Who is Kwaku Manu? Kwaku Manu, also called John Tweneboa, is a Ghanaian actor, presenter, and musician. He is a former signee of Harbour City Recordz and has released songs like Town Helper, Enye Me Fault, Wobete Kraw, and Odo. He is the CEO of KM Production and the host of Aggressive Interview on Kwaku Manu TV.
Short Profile of Kwaku Manu
Full name: John Tweneboa (Kwaku Manu)
Age: 40 years old
Date of Birth: March 6, 1984
Hometown: Obuasi Ahansoyewodea, Ashanti Region
Relationship status: Divorced
Children: 4
Instagram: @Kwakumanubob
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Biography
Kwaku was born in his hometown Obuasi Ahansoyewodea, Ashanti Region, on March 6, 1984. He is the second child of seven children of his parents. He has four brothers and two sisters, one of his siblings is Filaman, who is also an actor and musician.
The renowned actor dropped out of school when he was about to move to JHS 2. He left school to help his father in his slippers-making business so he could take care of his younger brothers and sisters. He later went into Galamsey and electric welding, all to support the family.
Movie & Music Career
When K. Manu became an electric welder, he used to crack jokes at work for his colleagues to laugh, and one day he was told he would be a good actor, so he should go into acting. He thought about it and saw it was a good idea, so he decided to go for a movie audition in Kumasi. The audition he went to was organized by Tete Mmofra Films and Music Productions, owned by Agya Koo.
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Kwaku got the opportunity to interact with the Ace Ghanaian actor Agya Koo and told him about wanting to start his acting career. He listened and gave him his first role in a movie titled “Aware So.” He had his breakthrough from this movie, and since then, he has been featured in many films in Ghana.
After several years of experience as an actor, in 2011, Kwaku Manu started a music career in addition to his movie career. He released an album in 2011 and held a listening session for this first-ever career album in Kumasi. Subsequently, he released singles and featured numerous Ghanaian artists like Kwame Eugene on his songs.
Songs
- M’atu Ahye Da ft. VASC
- Suro Nipa ft. Odehyieba
- Woye Me Taste ft. Kesse
- Enye Me Fault ft. Fameye & Article Wan
- Odo ft. D Cryme & Broni
- Okaile
- Kwaku Manu
- Choice (Cover)
- Wobete Kraw
- Town Helper ft. Kwaku Darlington
Awards
- Best Actor in a Leading role Award (Local) – Ghana Movie Awards 2011.
- Inspirational Actor Award – Abbeam University College Awards 2012.
Wife
Kwaku was married to Naa Okaale Nyarko, but now they are divorced.
Children
He has four children, two daughters and two sons.
House and Cars
He has built a house in Kumasi, and he has a number of cars.
Net worth
Kwaku has an estimated net worth of $200,000. He makes money from music, acting, and presenting.
FAQs about John Tweneboa
• Where does Kwaku Manu come from?
He comes from Obuasi Ahansoyewodea in the Ashanti Region.
• What is the real name of Kwaku Manu?
His real name is John Tweneboa.
• How old is Kwaku Manu?
He is 40 years old as of 2024.
• When was Kwaku Manu born?
He was born on March 6, 1984.
• Is Kwaku Manu Alive?
Yes.