The entertainment industry in Ghana is growing faster, and there are certain media or social media personalities who are rising above the rest. Being influential today is not all about having hit songs or highly watched movies; it’s basically about your social media numbers, activism, your consistency, entrepreneurship and also the ability to change or shape culture.
Ideasghonline has researched Ghanaian celebrities and come up with a few who are doing more than just entertainment. They have become the voice of their followers and also forces to cause positive change in their societies.
Before we get to the list, we used social media following and engagement (Instagram, X/Twitter, TikTok, etc.). We also considered recent achievements (albums, movies, awards, collaborations, ventures). Public impact (activism, philanthropy, business ventures). Consistency/relevance in the past year.
10 Most Influential Ghanaian Celebrities in 2025
- 1. Jackie Appiah
Jackie is a Canadian-born Ghanaian actress who has inspired many females in Africa and beyond with her acting career. She became one of the most celebrated actors in the Ghanaian film industry.
Jackie Appiah is known to be the most followed Ghanaian celebrity on Instagram, with ~10–11 million followers.
- Yvonne Nelson
Yvonne Nelson is one of the popular Ghanaian actresses, known to be a film producer, model, entrepreneur, author and owner of other businesses. Yvonne has been featured in so many popular movies, including House of Gold (2013), Any Other Monday, In April, and Swings, and appeared in the limelight of the movie industry with a role she played in the “Princess Tyra” and “Playboy” movies. Nelson has over 7.5 million followers on Instagram currently.
- Nadia Buari
Actress Nadia Buari hails from Ghana. At the 2009 Africa Movie Academy Awards, she was nominated twice for Best Actress in a Leading Role. 5.8 million Instagram followers; keeps appearing in high-profile movies; and is still recognisable in the media and fashion industry. A style icon who bridges the gap between the younger and elder generations of performers by frequently appearing in high-profile parts.
- Nana Ama McBrown
Ghanaian actress, TV program hostess, and music composer Felicity Ama Agyemang is better known by her stage name, Nana Ama McBrown. She became well-known for her part in the television show Tentacles. It was after her roles in the Twi-language films “Asoreba” and “Kumasi Yonko” that she eventually achieved mainstream fame.
5 million Instagram followers; hosts well-liked television programs; has a significant influence in entertainment news. renowned in theatre, television, and film for its authenticity and adaptability.
- Stonebwoy
Ghanaian Afropop, Afro-dancehall, and reggae musician Livingstone Etse Satekla, better known by his stage name Stonebwoy, hails from Ashaiman, Accra. Numerous international honours, significant partnerships, and a sizable social media following. Ghana is represented on international stages via its musical style and social commentary.
- John Dumelo
Actor and politician John Matthew Kofi Setor Dumelo is a citizen of Ghana. The wonderful Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency is represented by him as a member of parliament.
After being appointed by President John Dramani Mahama, he was sworn into office on March 13, 2025, and is currently the Republic of Ghana’s Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture. He is a member of the ninth parliament at the moment.
He has 3.5 million followers on IG
- MzVee
Afropop, dancehall, R&B, and vocalist Vera Hamenoo-Kpeda, better known by her stage name MzVee, is from Ghana. “Dancehall Queen,” “Natural Girl,” and “Borkor Borkor” (which translates to “Slowly”) are among the hit singles from her debut solo album.
She has 3.7 million followers on social media.
- Black Sherif
Mohammed Ismail Sherif is a Ghanaian singer, rapper, and fashion model who goes by Black Sherif professionally. He was earlier known as Blacko.
Awards, global acclaim, high streaming volume, and partnerships.
- KIDI
Dennis Nana Dwamena is a Ghanaian singer-songwriter better known by his stage name, KiDi, which means “rhythm.” He is well-known for his contributions to the high-life and afrobeats genres.
- Gyakie
Ghanaian R&B and afro-fusion singer Jackline Acheampong is better known by her stage name Gyakie, also called Song Bird.
Ideasghonline’s final remark;
You will notice that the above celebrities are not just musicians or actors or social media gurus, but they have shaped the culture of their industries, driven conversations and served as role models for upcoming personalities.
