Berthold Kobby Winkler Ackon popularly known as Wode Maya is a Ghanaian YouTube personality, vlogger, digital media influencer and aeronautical engineer. Wode Maya’ currently holds the record for a Ghanaian with the most YouTube subscribers and he had this to say about his journey to becoming a world acclaimed YouTuber.
The young Ghanaian influencer has shared an encouraging account of his experiences becoming public on the internet.
“As a young YouTuber, I had a lot of beliefs and aspirations and one of them was to travel around the world, he highlights on his humble through his social media platforms”.
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“I remember back then when I wanted to travel to Tanzania and had no money and means, I had to take a loan from a Chinese friend of mine @photographer_ahwei who inspired and motivated me on my trip”, he added.
“My own African brothers never believed in my dreams and always belittled my efforts. I remember there were times I had less money and had to spend nights in hostels”.
He has been working tirelessly for the past five years, and he is quite proud of his progress. Despite the challenges, his diligence has paid off, as he can now easily travel the world.
“I really want to tell the young ones and youth out there to never stop believing in their dreams no matter how small it may seem. Keep working on them and you shall smile”, he concluded.
Joshua Kofi Nyambil, professionally known as KOBBY JosVan, is a Ghanaian multi-award-winning blogger, music promoter, publicist, and entertainment critic. He is widely recognized for his dedication to discovering, promoting, and celebrating exceptional talent across Africa’s entertainment landscape.
KOBBY JosVan is the founder and operator of two fast-growing digital platforms, KobbyJosvan.com and TunesAfrik.com, where he publishes content focused on music, culture, lifestyle, and trending social issues that contribute positively to society.
With nearly a decade of experience in blogging and digital media, he has built a strong reputation for spotlighting emerging artists while also analyzing developments within the entertainment industry. His work is driven by a passion for storytelling, talent promotion, and amplifying voices that deserve recognition.
Academically, KOBBY JosVan holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Procurement and Supply Chain Management. He also possesses a Microsoft Office Suite Certificate, equipping him with both technical and professional skills that support his work in digital media and communications.
Beyond blogging, he actively collaborates with creatives, artists, and brands through promotion, publicity, and media coverage, helping them expand their reach and visibility.
