Celestine Donkor, born Celestine Akakpo on May 19th, is a highly regarded Ghanaian gospel musician and songwriter. With a career spanning from 2007 to the present, she has made significant contributions to the gospel music landscape. In March 2021, her impact was recognized when she was honored as one of the Top 30 Most Influential Women in Music at the 3Music Awards Women's Brunch. Notably, she is the founder of the Celestial Praise, an annual gospel music concert that has become a prominent event in the industry.

Celestine Donkor

Early Life and Education

Celestine Donkor's roots trace back to her birthplace on May 19th. She began her academic journey at St Augustine Preparatory School in Abeka Lapaz for primary education. She later attended Nsaaniya Secondary Business School in Kasoa for her secondary education. Continuing her educational pursuit, she furthered her studies at the University of Ghana, Legon, earning a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) degree in Sociology and Information Studies.

 her journey into the gospel music scene began in 2007.

Career

Emerging as a gospel singer and songwriter, Celestine Donkor has been actively involved in the music scene since 2007. Her notable achievements include winning the Collaboration Of The Year at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards in 2019 for "Agbebolo (Bread of Life)" featuring Nhyiraba Gideon. She has consistently been recognized for her talents, with nominations like the Gospel Artiste Of The Year at the 2018 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.

In addition to her solo career, Celestine has engaged in successful collaborations, including the award-winning "Agbebolo (Bread of Life)." Her commitment to traditional gospel music was acknowledged with wins at the Christian Community Music Awards in 2014 and 2012 for Best Traditional Song.

Personal Life

Celestine Donkor is happily married to Kofi Donkor, and their union has been blessed with three daughters.

Songs

- Agbebolo

- Bigger

- Praise Him

- Only You

- Testimony

- Manim Nguase

- Good to Me

- Turning Around

- No One

- They That Wait

- Okronkronhene

- W'ahyira Me

- Thank You, Yedawase

- Favor Everywhere

- Adom Ne Ahunumobro

- Mmere Pa

- Worship

- Emu Nsem

- Awurade Wu Ne Ma De Nyina

- Supernatural

- Okrokrohene

- It Is God

- You Are Worthy

- Amenuveve

- I Will Worship You

- Wo Ye Ma Me

- Mogya

- Boboobo

- Belongs to You

- I Need Your Touch

- Celebrate Mama

Awards and Nominations

Over the years, Celestine has received recognition for her exceptional talent. Notable awards include the Best Traditional Song at the Christian Community Music Awards in 2014 and 2012. Her collaborative effort, "Agbebolo (Bread of Life)," earned her the prestigious Collaboration Of The Year at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards in 2019.

Net Worth

As of 2024, Celestine Donkor has an estimated net worth exceeding $500,000, a testament to her successful career in the gospel music industry.

Social Media

Stay connected with Celestine Donkor on Instagram by following @CelestineDonkormusic for updates on her musical journey and life.