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Francisca Gawugah Duncan-Williams, better known by her stage name Sista Afia, is a multi-talented artist and entrepreneur from Ghana. Born on January 7, 1993, she has made a name for herself in the Highlife and Afropop music world, as well as in the fields of rap, songwriting, production and business.
Sista Afia comes from a family with quite impressive connections. In fact, she is the niece of Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, a prominent figure in Ghanaian religious circles who serves as the General Director of Christian Action Faith Ministries (CAFM).
Despite her family connections, she has made a name for herself, largely due to her incredible musical talent. She has released a number of hit songs over the years, including Slay Queen, Jeje (featuring Ghanaian artist Shatta Wale) and Are You Ready, among many others.
In addition to her music career, Sista Afia is also a smart businesswoman who has made a name for herself in various business ventures. With her talent, drive and determination, she is clearly a force to be reckoned with in the Ghanaian music scene and beyond.
Ghanaian singer
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| First and last name: | Francisca Gawugah Duncan-Williams |
| Stage Name: | Sister Afia |
| Born: | January 7, 1993 (age 31) |
| Place of birth: | Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality: | Ghanaian |
| Height: | Do not have |
| Parents: | Duncan-Williams Forever, Gawugah Eshun |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Husband • Spouse: | Not married |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Kelvyn Boy (rum.) |
| Children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Singer • Musician |
| Net asset value: | 5 million dollars |
Early life and education
Sista Afia, also known as Francisca Gawugah, was born on 8 November 1991 in Kumasi, Ghana to Perpetual Duncan-Williams and Gawugah Eshun. Although originally from Swedru in the Central Region of Ghana, she grew up in Santasi, Fankyenebra, a suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, and spent her early years in Kumasi and Accra.
At the age of 15, she moved to the United Kingdom (UK) to pursue her studies and eventually obtained a Master’s Degree (MSc) in Nursing from the University of Nottingham. However, she decided to pursue her passion for music. She returned to Ghana in 2015 to launch her career, becoming famous for hit singles such as Jeje featuring Shatta Wale and Slay Queen.
Apart from her music career, Sista Afia has also ventured into business, opening a restaurant and a shisha bar in Accra. Her education began at the Pastor John Teye Memorial Institute in Accra, but due to her mother’s absence, she completed her studies at the Angel Educational Complex in Kumasi.
Today, Sista Afia is a qualified nurse in the UK and a successful musician and entrepreneur, leaving her mark in the healthcare and entertainment industries.
Career
Bisa Kdei, a Ghanaian Highlife performer, discovered Sista Afia in London, UK, after she was introduced by her former manager (also in London). After studying nursing in the UK, singer Jeje returned to Ghana in 2015 to launch her music career.
Bisa Kdei, a highlife performer, has inspired and nurtured her as a musician since the beginning of her career. She is signed to BK Records and Ace Kandi Records. One of her earlier releases is a stunning collaboration with Bisa Kdei on Kro kro No, written and composed by Bisa Kdei.
Sista Afia rose to prominence in Ghana after her hit single Jeje, featuring African Dancehall King Shatta Wale. She first released a new rap song titled WMT (Wo Maame Tw3) on April 22, 2020, which was said to be a diss track to the likes of Sister Derby (Sister Deborah), Wendy Shay or anyone else the underground music scene is associated with.
On April 27, 2020, Freda Rhymz responded to Sista Afia’s WMT with a tune titled KMT (Komot), which also served as an Eno Barony diss track.
Eno Barony then released her rap single, Rap Goddess, on May 1, 2020, in response to both herself and Freda Rhymz. She returned with a bang on May 5, 2020, with the release of You Got Nerves, which impressed Eno Barony and Freda Rhymz.
She followed up Eno Barony’s surprise release of Argument Done on May 8, 2020. Eno Barony’s Done, filled with witty banter for Medikal—who is credited with writing the lyrics to Sista Afia’s You Got Nerves—certainly lived up to expectations by finally settling the controversy.
On May 11, 2020, Freda Rhymz released Point Of Correction to address Sista Afia’s You Got Nerves and Eno Barony’s Argument Done. Following the release of Point Of Correction, Freda Rhymz and Sista Afia engaged in a physical fight at the TV3 Network premises.
Nana Ama McBrown was the mediator in the argument between Sista Afia and Freda Rhymz on the show United Showbiz, aired on UTV.
Discography
Personal life
Sista Afia’s romantic endeavors have not been smooth sailing, especially when compared to other female colleagues in the industry. Singer Jeje was in a serious relationship with a Ghanaian guy living in the UK for 5-6 years, but the relationship went sour, and she was left heartbroken.
According to Sista Afia, she had to split from her partner, whom she had been seeing since she was 16 and was living in the Big Smoke, because of his infidelity and aggression. The guy was known to be a womanizer and did not hesitate to show off his charms to other women. In addition, he also showed aggressive tendencies, which proved to be the final nail in the coffin of their relationship. She was once rumored to be dating Kelvyn Boy.
Net asset value
Sista Afia has amassed a whopping net worth of $5 million, primarily from her burgeoning music career and various business ventures. Her music has not only earned her critical acclaim and a loyal fan base, but also a lucrative source of income.
Besides her music career, Sista Afia also participates in many business projects, helping her diversify her income and affirm herself as a smart businesswoman.
Social Media
- Instagram: @sista.afia
- Twitter: @sista_afia1
- Facebook: Sister Afia
