Habari yako! IShowSpeed explains why he’s returning to Kenya
American YouTuber and streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr, widely known as IShowSpeed, has once again expressed his love for Kenya, promising fans that he will definitely make a return to the country.
Speaking to his supporters on Monday, February 23, 2026, while sharing his experience during his Africa tour, the online sensation recalled the overwhelming support he received from Kenyans during one of the viral moments that saw him gain 360,000 subscribers.
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He described the experience as “crazy” and unforgettable.
“I want to gather that Kenyan moment again — 360,000 subscribers, which was crazy. Kenya showed me so much love, and I really love Kenya,” he said.
The content creator did not hold back his appreciation, even greeting his fans in Swahili.
“Habari yako to all my Kenyan fans, I love you, and I will be 100 per cent back in Kenya,” he added.
Speed on returning to Kenya
Speaking during a Zoom interview on Thursday, February 12, 2026, Speed said that Kenya amazed him the most, with over 30,000 fans showing up to see him during his livestream in Nairobi.
“My Kenya visit was so crazy to me, with how many people just came out for me. I think it was over 30,000 people that came out to the city just to watch me stream,” Speed revealed.
The globe streamer further described the experience as one of the most amazing moments of his career.
“It was an amazing experience for me, I do not think I have ever seen such people ever, and just to think I can pull such a crowd in Africa, I was astonished to be honest,” he added.
Speed’s Kenya tour
This comes after the globe streamer reflected on the overwhelming support he received in Kenya as he continued his African tour from the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert.
The high-energy content creator began his Sahara Desert livestream on Friday, January 16, 2026, following a brief but highly celebrated visit to Egypt, where he streamed from the iconic pyramids in Giza.
While he did not confirm whether he was in Algeria or Morocco, both of which were listed in his planned itinerary, the desert backdrop provided viewers with a dramatic change of scenery.
During the livestream, Speed spoke fondly of his time in Kenya.
