If you’ve ever watched Papayaw Ataamle perform, you’ll notice something immediately: his comedy doesn’t try too hard. It comes from a place that feels familiar, almost like a conversation you overheard at a lorry station or during a family argument that somehow turned funny. Born Alexander Anokye Safo, the Ghanaian stand-up comedian, comic influencer, and digital marketer has mastered the art of turning ordinary Ghanaian life into intelligent, relatable humour.

But before the stage lights and the online buzz, comedy was simply part of who he was. “I was always the funny one in school, in family gatherings, and among friends,” he recalls. It wasn’t something he studied or rehearsed. “I didn’t study comedy at first, I lived it.” His humour grew from daily experiences of street life, church conversations, social commentary, and the everyday realities of being a young Ghanaian navigating society.

Today, Papayaw Ataamle blends comedy, branding, and influence in a way that feels intentional yet effortless. Professionally, he performs across major stages in Ghana while running a digital marketing company that manages his influencer work and brand partnerships. Personally, he is a sharp observer. He notices the little things people often ignore: the mannerisms, the contradictions, the unspoken cultural habits, and shapes them into stories that leave audiences laughing and thinking.



His turning point came when he realised something had shifted. People weren’t just laughing; they were listening. His jokes started sparking conversations both offline and online, leading to invitations to major TV and radio platforms. The recognition became undeniable when he won Comic Influencer of the Year at the Ghana Comedy Awards, a moment that confirmed comedy was more than passion; it was a viable, sustainable career. “It was something I could build, structure, and grow sustainably,” he says.

Unlike many comedians who model their style after global icons, Papayaw Ataamle’s biggest influence is everyday Ghanaian life itself. Growing up in Ghana meant being surrounded by humour everywhere, whether at the lorry station, in politics, inside family homes, or even in hardship. While he admired established comedians, real life remains his loudest teacher.

For someone experiencing his work for the first time, he describes his comedic voice as observational, intelligent, and culturally grounded. “I don’t force jokes. I tell stories that naturally become funny because they are true,” he explains. His comedy often blends satire with lived experience, leading audiences to laugh first and reflect later.

He naturally gravitates toward themes Ghanaians instantly recognise: relationships, social class, politics, religion, business culture, and human behaviour. He enjoys highlighting irony in things society accepts as normal, using humour to expose truths gently. “My goal is always to entertain, but also to connect, educate, and spark thought,” he says. And true to that mission, he has a gift for making people laugh at themselves without ever feeling attacked.

Papayaw Ataamle is part of a new generation of Ghanaian comedians bridging traditional humour with modern storytelling. His voice feels familiar, yet fresh, rooted in Ghana’s everyday experiences but delivered with intelligence and warmth. As he continues to grow his craft, one thing remains clear: he isn’t just performing comedy; he is documenting Ghanaian life through laughter.