Dr Gifty Anti biography: Husband, siblings, wedding, daughter, photos

Dr Gifty Anti biography: Husband, siblings, wedding, daughter, photos

Dr Gifty Anti is a Ghanaian journalist who doubles as a women's rights advocate. Her show, The Standpoint, is not only aired on national television but also ABN TV in the UK. It is one of the most-watched shows in the country, but her impact in empowering young girls is what she is most celebrated for. As a result, she has been a true source of inspiration for millions of women from around the world.

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It is almost impossible not to know Gifty Anti and not compare her to Oprah Winfrey. They have striking similarities in what they do with their platforms, especially when it comes to giving the girl child a voice. It is not just what she does or says, but having come from a poor background and not given up is quite commendable.

Dr Gifty Anti profile summary

  • Name: Gifty Anti
  • Date of birth: January 23, 1970
  • Place of birth: Tema, Ghana
  • Age: 50 years old (as of 2020)
  • Birth sign: Capricorn
  • Occupation: Journalist

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Dr Gifty Anti biography

Gifty was born and raised in Tema, the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. She is the last born in a family of eight children. Gifty Anti siblings were born when their parents were a little younger.

Gifty went to primary and middle school at Tema Community Basic School. From there, she went to Mfantsiman Girls Secondary School. She then studied at Ghana Institute of Journalism and attained a Diploma in Journalism. She also has a Masters Degree in International Journalism from City University, London.

Career

Gifty’s journalism career kicked off with a role as a Floor Manager at GBC. It did not take long before she became a TV presenter who grew to be a gender advocate and decorated feminist. This was made easy by launching her show, The Standpoint.

It is a talk show aired by GTV in which Gifty discusses matters such as social, political, cultural, health, traditional, leadership and gender issues. She is also the CEO of GDA Concepts. Apart from that, Gifty serves as the ambassador for the campaign against newborn deaths.

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She is the founder and president of Girl in Need Foundation and the Awo Dansoa Reading Project. Due to her commitment to advocacy works, she has received several awards. The most notable ones include:

  • United Nation’s MDGs 4&5 Ambassador Award 2012
  • The African Women in Leadership Organisation’s Excellence Award
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Photo: Dr Gifty Anti Image: instagram.com, @oheneyere_gifty_anti
Source: UGC

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Husband and children

Gifty Anti husband is Nana Ansah Kwao IV. He is the Chief of Akwamu Adumasa. The actress was crowned the Obaa and Hemasaa of Adumasa for being the wife of Adumasa.

Gifty Anti wedding is said to have been one of the most expensive weddings of 2015. It was a floral-themed event that took place at a serene Aburi venue.

How old is Gifty Anti husband? Chief Nana Ansah is 48 years old. The couple welcomed their first child in August of 2017. Gifty Anti daughter name is Nyame Aninuonyam.

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At what age did Gifty Anti give birth? The media personality was 47 years old at the time she gave birth. This may have been her first child, but the fourth for her royal husband who has three other children living in the USA.

Photos

Gifty Anti is a perfect definition of beauty with brains. While her knowledge is seen in all her works, her beauty is clearly seen in photos. Here are some of her best photos:

1. Royalty

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Lest you forget it, Gifty has the crown of the Obaa and Hemasaa of Adumasa. She is the wife of the chief of Akwamu Adumasa, and as a result, she is not an ordinary person. She gets to enjoy luxuries that ordinary folk wouldn’t be able to afford. Her position is not the only thing that is viewed as royalty-worth but also her character.

2. Walking the talk

Being an advocate for women issues is not for show-off as Dr Gifty leads from the front. She keeps reminding women that they should be mindful of their health even on her social media platforms. On this occasion, she was urging them to screen their breasts regularly as a way of combating breast cancer.

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3. African goddess

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Photo: Dr Gifty Anti Image: instagram.com, @oheneyere_gifty_anti
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Gifty has always praised God for all her successes, but that is only because she is a modest person. She is envied by many who admire her elegance and sense of fashion. Often, she is seen rocking African-inspired outfits that illuminate her beauty. Her look is crowned by complimenting accessories and a wonderful smile.

4. Keeping her head high

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Photo: Dr Gifty Anti Image: instagram.com, @oheneyere_gifty_anti
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There is no secret that Gifty is a bold woman. She has had to overcome many challenges throughout her life to be the woman she is today. She was born into poverty but never let that dictate her life. She was single until she was 45 years old but did not let the opinions of other people sway her as long as she made the right decisions.

5. A source of inspiration to women and young girls

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Dr Gifty Anti
Photo: Dr Gifty Anti Image: instagram.com, @oheneyere_gifty_anti
Source: UGC

While she is an icon to both genders in and outside of Ghana, Gifty is especially recognized by women for her role in championing for their rights. She has been at the forefront of campaigns for women's health matters, the fight against domestic violence and the provision of equal opportunities for girls in education.

Growing up, Dr Gifty Anti would have never imagined that she would be as successful as she is today. Nevertheless, she worked hard from humble beginnings and was able to rise to the top. She has maintained the same reputation of resilience and hard work even after her high-profile marriage.

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