Veronica Quarshie, born Veronica Martha Agowa Quarshie is a pioneering Ghanaian filmmaker renowned for her work as a producer, director, and screenwriter who transformed gender representations in Ghanaian cinema.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Veronica Martha Agowa Quarshie |
| Date of birth | N/A |
| Place of birth | N/A |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Partner | Samuel Nai (husband, film editor) |
| Children | One son |
| Occupations | Producer, director, screenwriter |
| Net worth | $300,000 – $800,000 |
Early Life and Education
Few details are public about Quarshie’s childhood, but she trained formally in film at Ghana’s National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI), graduating in 1992 with a focus on Film Directing—where she won the Best Student Directing Award.
Her passion for directing started as a school hobby, though she once eyed medicine before fully embracing cinema. Some records mention a 1989 graduation, but 1992 matches her award year.
Career
Quarshie began professionally after graduation, debuting with Twin Lover in 1994 through Piro Production. She produced notable series like Ripples and A Stab in the Dark, partnering with groups such as Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, TV Africa, Film Africa Limited, and Princess Films.
Her skill in visual storytelling and narrative shaped Ghanaian cinema amid the late 1990s Nigerian film wave, though she paused briefly before resuming influence via jury work.
Personal Life
Quarshie is married to Samuel Nai, a film editor, and they share one son. Additional family or living details remain largely private.
Net Worth
Veronica Quarshie’s net worth is estimated at $300,000 to $800,000, drawn from her decades in film production, directing, and industry consulting.
Filmography
Quarshie’s major works from the 1990s and early 2000s highlight strong female stories:
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Twin Lover |
| 1995 | Tears of Joy |
| 1996 | Come Back Lucy |
| 1997 | Thicker Than Blood |
| 1997 | When the Heart Decides |
| 1999 | A Stab in the Dark |
| 2000 | A Stab in the Dark 2 |
| 2000 | Ripples: A Stab in the Dark 3 |
| 2000 | The 3rd Night |
| 2000 | Shadows from the Past |
| 2001 | A Call at Midnight |
| 2003 | Rage: Ripples 2 |
| 2008 | Heal My Heart |
| 2017 | Forbidden Fruit |
| Undated | Otilia and Xcapades |
Awards and Recognition
Quarshie gained early honors with NAFTI’s 1992 Best Student Directing Award, plus Best Film Directing at the Ghana Film Awards in 2001 and 2002. Industry tributes mark her as a trailblazer for women in Ghanaian film.
