BREAKING: American Streaming Star Touches Down in Ghana
American YouTube and Twitch megastar iShowSpeed (real name Darren Jason Watkins Jr.) has officially arrived in Ghana on Monday, January 26, 2026, as part of his Speed Does Africa tour — a livestreamed journey across 20 African countries aimed at showcasing the continent’s culture and stories to a global audience.
IShowSpeed Touches Down in Ghana Africa Tour Hits Accra!
The highly anticipated visit has created a buzz among Ghanaian fans and content creators, who are excitedly waiting to see how Speed will engage with local culture, food, music, and tourism highlights during his stay.
Ghana’s Deputy CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Gilbert Abeiku Santana, urged young Ghanaians to use Speed’s visit as a chance to share positive Ghanaian narratives online and spotlight the country’s rich history, creativity, and welcoming spirit to millions of viewers watching live.
While some local media reported that Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale had not yet engaged with Speed during his visit, the attention on the streamer’s presence continues to grow among fans and creators alike.
IShowSpeed’s Africa tour kicked off on December 29, 2025 in Angola and has since taken him through nations such as South Africa, Morocco, Nigeria, Benin, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Eswatini — with Ghana now part of his itinerary.
Why This Visit Matters
IShowSpeed’s tour isn’t just about travel — it’s a cultural livestream experience that brings African destinations to his tens of millions of fans around the world in real time. His arrival in Ghana places the country firmly in the global spotlight and offers a unique chance to boost tourism and cultural appreciation.
