Wode Maya Earns $138,000 from One YouTube Video About Burkina Faso
Ghanaian YouTuber Wode Maya earns $138K from a single viral video on Burkina Faso, gaining over 2 million views. A major win for African content creators.
Isaac Mintah 
Celebrated Ghanaian YouTuber Wode Maya has once again captured headlines across social media after reportedly earning a jaw-dropping $138,000 from a single YouTube video.
According to a screenshot circulating online and sighted by Min-Tah.com, the content creator made the six-figure amount from a video he published about Burkina Faso. The video has since gone viral, amassing over 2 million views and continuing to gain traction globally.
Wode Maya, known for his Africa-centered travel and development videos, has been a powerful voice in changing the narrative about the continent. His platform has grown to become one of the most successful African-run YouTube channels, with millions of subscribers and followers from across the globe.
The video in question explores life in Burkina Faso, offering a fresh, authentic perspective that is rarely covered in mainstream media. Its success is a testament to the rising interest in African stories told by Africans.
While some social media users have expressed admiration and congratulated Wode Maya for his financial success, others see this as a moment of inspiration for African content creators looking to build sustainable careers through digital platforms.
A Trailblazer for African Creators
Wode Maya’s recent milestone reaffirms his status as one of Africa’s top digital influencers. From humble beginnings as an engineering student in China to becoming a full-time content creator, he continues to break barriers and showcase the beauty, diversity, and innovation across African countries.
The achievement not only demonstrates the economic power of content creation but also encourages young Africans to tap into the digital space with purpose and creativity.
