Age, Biography and Wiki
Menaye Donkor is a Canadian-born Ghanaian businesswoman, model, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She is the founder of the Menaye Charity Foundation, which works to improve the lives of children in Ghana. She is also the founder of the Menaye Luxury Brand, which produces luxury handbags and accessories.
Donkor was born on 20 March 1981 in Toronto, Canada. She is the daughter of Ghanaian parents. She attended the University of Ghana, Legon, where she studied Business Administration.
Donkor began her career as a model in 2001, when she was chosen to be the face of the Ghanaian cosmetics brand, GTP. She has since gone on to become one of the most recognizable faces in Ghana, appearing in numerous campaigns for international brands such as Pepsi, Guinness, and Samsung.
In 2009, Donkor founded the Menaye Charity Foundation, which works to improve the lives of children in Ghana. The foundation has provided educational opportunities, medical care, and other resources to children in need.
In 2011, Donkor launched the Menaye Luxury Brand, which produces luxury handbags and accessories. The brand has become a favorite among celebrities and fashionistas alike.
Donkor is married to Ghanaian footballer Sulley Muntari, with whom she has two children. She is an active philanthropist and has been involved in numerous charitable initiatives in Ghana.
| Popular As |
N/A |
| Occupation |
businesswoman, model, entrepreneur, philanthropist |
| Age |
43 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Pisces |
| Born |
20 March 1981 |
| Birthday |
20 March |
| Birthplace |
Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality |
Canada |
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She is a member of famous Businesswoman with the age 43 years old group.
Menaye Donkor Height, Weight & Measurements
At 43 years old, Menaye Donkor height
is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) .
| Physical Status |
| Height |
180 cm (5 ft 11 in) |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Menaye Donkor's Husband?
Her husband is Sulley Muntari (m. 2010)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Husband |
Sulley Muntari (m. 2010) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Jamal Krasie Muntari |
Menaye Donkor Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Menaye Donkor worth at the age of 43 years old? Menaye Donkor’s income source is mostly from being a successful Businesswoman. She is from Canada. We have estimated
Menaye Donkor's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Businesswoman |
Menaye Donkor Social Network
Timeline
The school is located in Agona Asafo, which is considered one of the most deprived regions of the country, with high poverty and extreme illiteracy rates. Having started with 78 pupils sharing one school block, the school now has over 400 children and three blocks, helping students achieve excellent results in their BECE (pre-secondary school) examinations. The Menaye Charity Organisation funds everything for the school, from the buildings and equipment to the teachers’ salaries, as well as uniforms, books and stationery.
Menaye developed and founded the luxury Italian brand SHE-Y. The brand launched its first all-natural products early in 2016 using ethically-sourced Shea butter from Ghana. Her brand plays a part in her charity work by creating more job opportunities in Shea Butter production. A percentage of sales profit of SHE-Y is donated towards Menaye Charity Organization to help educate less fortunate children.
In 2013 she made the list of the 15 Most Influential Africans in Canada, which celebrated individuals who continuously inspire others through great achievements. In 2015, Menaye was honored with the "Woman of The Year" award by the Infant Charity Award in Milan. The Infant Charity Award is an organization that recognizes the work of different individuals and associations who support improving the lives of sick children.
In her early twenties Menaye Donkor won the title Miss Universe Ghana, and spent a few years travelling the world, working as a model. She appeared on the covers of many magazines in Ghana, South Africa and Italy such as New African Woman, Pompey Life, SportsWeek (La Gazetta dello sport), Canoe Magazine and Maxim Italy. She represented Chopard at The Cannes Films Festival in 2012 and 2013 respectively. She co-managed and marketed her then boyfriend Sulley Muntari brand from 2006 until 2009. In 2012, she became the face of Printex, a fabric and textiles company in Ghana. Menaye was the ambassador of Africa Fashion Week London in both 2012 and 2013. She also owns and manages a real estate company in Ghana.
In September 2012, Menaye was honored and chosen by the Chief and elders, of Agona Asafo in the Central Region of Ghana, to be the ‘Nkosuohemaa’ or ‘Development Queen’ of Agona Asafo. Her official title is Nanahemaa Menaye Afumade Afrakoma I. It signifies her global responsibility to her people and as well as her contributions to society.
Menaye Donkor was brought up by her parents in Accra, Ghana, and is the youngest of seven siblings with four brothers and two sisters. At the age of seven she inherited the job title of "Royal Stool Bearer" for her paternal grandmother, who is the Queen mother of Agona Asafo. Donkor received her childhood education in Ghana, lived and studied in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, during her high school years, and moved back to her birthplace in Toronto to study marketing and business marketing at York University, where she graduated with honours. In the summer of 2011, she studied film at The Studio (formerly The Sally Johnson Studio) in New York City and then completed a film course with Brian Deacon at the London Academy of Film, Media and Television.
Menaye founded the Menaye Charity Organization in 2004 contributing towards the welfare of underprivileged children through providing free quality education in Ghana. Donkor has worked tirelessly for over a decade to improve the lives of women and children in her home country Ghana through the Menaye Charity Organization. The Organisation provides free quality basic education and scholarships to rural underprivileged children in Ghana, health care and the developmental of young girls. She is solely responsible for raising funds to support the organization.
The school was founded on 7 September 2000 in the central region of Ghana. Menaye Donkor adopted the school in 2004 after winning Miss Universe Ghana to help build a better environment for the children as the original school lacked in basic necessities.
Menaye Donkor (born 20 March 1981) is a Canadian-born Ghanaian businesswoman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former beauty queen who was named Miss Universe Ghana 2004, and represented Ghana in Miss Universe 2004. Donkor is the wife of Ghanaian professional footballer Sulley Muntari.
