Akesse Sanza (born Akesse Moise Sanza, December 11, 1985) is a Ghanaian travel content creator, blogger, and consultant. He runs Jetsanza.com, a travel blog that shares his experiences, travel news, and tips.
Early Life & Education
Akesse comes from Pekyerekye in Asante Akyem, Ghana. He began his education at Pekyerekye Methodist Basic School, later attending Peters Educational Center in Kwadaso, Kumasi. He completed junior secondary school at Bestway International School (formerly Minnesota International School) in Kwadaso.
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For his secondary education, he attended Kumasi Secondary Technical School in Patasi, Kumasi. It was during this time that he developed a strong interest in tourism. He played an active role in organizing domestic tours for his fellow students, which sparked his passion for the travel industry.
After secondary school, he pursued professional training in tourism. He studied tour guiding and tourism management at the Hotel, Catering, and Tourism Training Institute (HOTCATT) in Accra. He also holds a Diploma in Travel and Tourism Consultancy from IATA in Montreal, Canada.
Career
Sanza started as a travel blogger by sharing his journeys on social media. He later launched Jetsanza.com, which grew into a leading travel website. Over the years, he has visited all the then 10 regions of Ghana and traveled to more than 50 countries across Africa, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, using eight passports so far.
He gained national attention in 2017 when he revealed that his blogging earnings had reached $30,000 per week. This made headlines, and several platforms have since recognized him as Ghana’s richest blogger. In 2018, Avance Media ranked him 10th among Ghana’s Top 50 Bloggers. He is also a member of Blogging Ghana and the Arts and Tourism Writers Association of Ghana.
Advocacy
Sanza is a strong advocate for safe migration and anti-human trafficking. Through his blog, he provides guidance on legal and affordable travel options.
Coverage of Global Travel Events
He has covered major international tourism events, including:
- ITB Berlin
- WTM London
- Africa’s Travel Indaba
- Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards
- Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass
- The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge
Personal Life & Net Worth
Akesse Sanza lives in Kumasi, Ghana, but spends much of his time traveling. His estimated net worth is $5 million.
Follow his journey at Jetsanza.com.