Alphonse Menyo is a prominent Ghanaian actor, director, and filmmaker celebrated throughout Africa for his captivating roles in independent and major films. He gained widespread acclaim for portraying Daniel in the noir-thriller Gold Coast Lounge (2020) and for his appearance in the American indie production Freetown (2015). In addition to acting, Menyo has made notable contributions as a director and producer, advancing Ghanaian cinema via acclaimed short films and other projects.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Alphonse Menyo |
| Date of Birth | 1998 |
| Place of Birth | Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| State of Origin | Greater Accra Region (By birth) |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor, Director, Producer |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Alphonse Menyo grew up in Accra, Ghana, with a diverse heritage; his father, Bernard Menyo, hailed from East Africa, and his mother, Eugenia, was a Ghanaian employed by an NGO. His father’s background as a National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) graduate and FESPACO award recipient likely sparked Menyo’s early passion for the arts.
Menyo trained at the Ghallywood Academy of Film Acting in Accra, focusing on cinema and drama studies. This education bridged his stage experience to on-screen success.
Career
Menyo launched his career in theater in 2009, refining his skills before entering film. His screen debut came in 2015 with Freetown, where he played Meyers, earning the movie several Ghana Movie Awards nominations.
He featured in shorts like Black Rose (2017) and Corruption (2018), both under Pascal Aka’s direction. His Corruption role secured the Yaa Asantewaa Award at the Black Star International Film Festival and Best Male Actor at the Fickin International Film Festival in Kinshasa.
In 2019, Menyo shone as Daniel in Gold Coast Lounge, winning Best Lead Actor at the Ghana Movie Awards. He debuted as director with Utopia, shown at the Helsinki African Film Festival, and recently helmed The Deep Well (2024) as actor, director, and producer.
Personal Life
Alphonse Menyo maintains privacy about his personal affairs. Public knowledge covers his parents’ backgrounds, but no details exist on relationships, marriage, or offspring.
Net Worth
Alphonse Menyo’s net worth is estimated at $500,000 to $1 million as of late 2025. Earnings stem mainly from acting, directing, and producing in Ghanaian and global films, including lead roles and production credits.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Deep Well | Faris | Short Film (also Director/Producer) |
| 2024 | The Queen of Akra | – | Film |
| 2020 | Ato Kwabena | Japo | Film |
| 2020 | Gold Coast Lounge | Daniel | Feature Film |
| 2018 | Corruption | Agyeman | Short Film |
| 2017 | Black Rose | Daniel | Short Film |
| 2016 | Utopia | Ataaskolo | Film (also Producer) |
| 2015 | Freetown | Meyers | Feature Film |
Awards and Nominations
- Winner: Best Actor in a Leading Role – Ghana Movie Awards (2019) for Gold Coast Lounge.
- Winner: Best Male Actor – Fickin International Film Festival, Kinshasa (for Corruption).
- Winner: Yaa Asantewaa Award – Black Star International Film Festival (for Corruption).
- Nomination: Best Actor in a Leading Role – African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) (2020) for Gold Coast Lounge.
