Queen Afua Biography: Husband, Age, Sons, Net Worth, Books, Height, Wellness, Career

Helen Odel Robinson, also known as Queen Afua, is an eminent American writer, holistic health practitioner, wellness coach, herbalist, Khamitic priestess, and spiritual teacher known as the “Mother of Womb Wellness.”

She gained international acclaim through her groundbreaking book Sacred Woman and decades of pioneering work in plant-based healing, detoxification, veganism, and women’s holistic health.

Through her bestselling books, Sacred Woman Rites of Passage program, Queen Afua Wellness Institute, Heal Thyself product line, and Global Sacred Woman Village, she has empowered generations of women and men to reclaim wholeness using ancient African wisdom, nutrition, and sacred self-care practices.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Helen Odel Robinson
• Stage Name: Queen Afua
• Born: August 13, 1953
• Age: 72 years old
• Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: African American
• Occupation: Writer, Holistic Health Practitioner, Wellness Coach, Spiritual Teacher
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Khamitic (Ancient Egyptian/African Traditional Spirituality)
• Parents: Mr. Robinson and Ida Robinson
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Hru Ankh Ra Semahj
• Children: SupaNova Slom and Ali Torain
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Queen Afua, born Helen Odel Robinson on August 13, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, United States, was raised by her parents Mr. Robinson, a Garveyite, dental technician, and real estate entrepreneur, and Ida Robinson in a family environment rooted in Black nationalist ideals and community strength.

She grew up in Brooklyn and faced various health challenges in her early years that led her to explore holistic healing. She was initially drawn to the arts as a dancer and singer before becoming involved in the Black nationalist movement and community organizing in Harlem.

Her personal health struggles inspired a deep study of natural healing, nutrition, and ancient African wellness practices. She has dedicated over 50 years to mastering plant medicine, detoxification, and sacred woman rites. Her ethnicity is African American. Her religion is Khamitic (Ancient Egyptian/African Traditional Spirituality).

Career

Queen Afua began her wellness journey in the 1970s after overcoming personal illnesses through natural methods. She founded the Heal Thyself Center and later the Queen Afua Wellness Institute, offering detoxification programs, colonics, and holistic consultations.

In 1999, she published her seminal book Sacred Woman: A Guide to Healing the Feminine Body, Mind, and Spirit, which became a bestseller and established the Sacred Woman Rites of Passage program in 1994.

She has authored six bestselling books, created the Heal Thyself product line of herbal formulas and wellness tools, and serves as CEO of the Queen Afua Wellness Institute. As Chief Priestess of Purification in the temple of Nebt-Het and an initiate of the Shrine of Ptah, she blends Kemetic spirituality with practical healing.

Queen Afua has guided thousands through her Global Sacred Woman Village, online school, workshops, and retreats, emphasizing green foods, vegan living, womb wellness, and holistic lifestyle. She co-directed the Smai Tawi Heal Thyself/Know Thyself Afrakan Wellness and Kultural Center with her husband and continues to teach, speak, and expand her impact through digital programs and live events.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @queenafua
• Facebook: Queen Afua
• YouTube: Queen Afua
• TikTok: Queen Afua

Personal Life

Queen Afua, 72 years old, is married to Hru Ankh Ra Semahj (also known as Sen/ur Semahj), with whom she has co-directed wellness centers and shared a spiritual partnership.

She has been married and divorced in the past, as she has openly reflected on life’s ups and downs. She is the devoted mother of two sons, SupaNova Slom and Ali Torain, both of whom follow a vegan lifestyle, and she is a proud grandmother. No other long-term past relationships are widely detailed publicly beyond her marriages.

She is happily married and not engaged in any other relationship. Queen Afua prioritises family, spiritual practice, and mentoring while maintaining close ties with her mother Ida Robinson and extended community. Her height is Unknown.

Net Worth

Queen Afua’s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD. Her income primarily comes from bestselling book sales including Sacred Woman, wellness programs and Sacred Woman Rites of Passage retreats, Heal Thyself product line, Queen Afua Wellness Institute consultations and online school, speaking engagements, herbal formulations, and brand partnerships focused on holistic health and plant-based living.