As the high-energy American streamer (Darren Watkins Jr.) continues his massive 28-day, 20-country adventure across the continent—kicking off late December 2025 and running into January 2026—Ghana’s tourism authorities and fans are ready to deliver an unforgettable “challenge pack” packed with adventure, culture, and pure chaos that perfectly matches Speed’s wild style.

The Deputy CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Abeiku Santana, just dropped this lineup on X, challenging Speed to take it all on when he hits Ghana.

Here’s the ultimate Ghana challenge pack that’s going viral:

• Speed with elephants at Mole National Park – getting up close with these gentle giants!
• Test courage at Paga Crocodile Pond – walk among real crocodiles (yes, really!)
• Run the Kakum Canopy Walkway – high above the rainforest on swaying bridges
• Climb to the top of Wli Waterfalls, the highest in West Africa – epic views and a serious work out!
• Pull the legendary Okomfo Anokye sword – the mythical sword stuck in stone that no one can remove (legend says only the chosen one can… is Speed the one?

IShowSpeed gears up for Ghana tour

Ghana is positioning itself as the adventure capital for Speed’s tour, blending adrenaline-pumping activities with rich culture to blow his mind (and his stream views!). Speed has already created madness in places like Angola (pull-up fails and races), South Africa (cheetah races and spinning cars), Zimbabwe (cow balls challenge), and Kenya (bus takeovers and massive crowds). Ghana is next-level ready to top it all.

The glamorous event went down on January 11, 2026, at the iconic Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, capping off a week-long celebration of African music excellence.

Wendy Shay delivered a stunning performance and emerged victorious in a tough category, outshining heavyweights like Tiwa Savage, Ayra Starr, Moliy, Amaarae, and others.

This win is massive for Ghanaian Afro-pop and a testament to her hard work, consistent hits, and undeniable star power.

The night also saw Nigerian stars like Rema dominating with multiple wins (including Artiste of the Year), but Wendy Shay’s triumph brought the shine back home to Ghana. She even took to socials to thank AFRIMA and her fans.

What a proud moment for Ghanaian music! Keep ruling the scene, Wendy Shay #WendyShay #9thAFRIMA #BestFemaleWestAfrica #GhanaToTheWorld

IShowSpeed’s “Speed Does Africa” Tour is massively reshaping how many Americans (and global viewers) perceive the continent, turning long-held stereotypes upside down through raw, unfiltered live streams.

The 20-year-old American streamer (Darren Watkins Jr.), known for his high-energy chaos, kicked off this ambitious 28-day IRL livestream tour on December 29, 2025, visiting up to 20 African countries (including South Africa, Angola, Mozambique, Eswatini, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Rwanda, and more planned like Ghana, Senegal, Morocco, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and others). As of January 11, 2026, he’s deep into the journey, racking up millions of concurrent viewers per stream and breaking records—like 4.1 million views in just hours in Rwanda.

The tour’s impact? It’s sparking emotional reactions worldwide, especially among Americans who admit to being “brainwashed” by outdated narratives of Africa as only “jungles, huts, poverty, and danger.” Speed’s streams showcase vibrant cities, modern infrastructure, incredible hospitality, wildlife safaris, street culture, and genuine warmth—leading to viral moments of viewers rethinking everything.

Here are some epic moments capturing the energy and beauty Speed is sharing:

How It’s Shifting Views

• Stereotype-busting in real time: Pre-tour comments joked about “no Wi-Fi” or getting “robbed,” but Speed’s experiences flipped the script—viewers now say things like “I didn’t know Africa was this beautiful” or “Africans are so welcoming.”
• Emotional reactions from the diaspora: Many Black Americans have shared tearful videos, realizing the “real Africa” contrasts sharply with media portrayals. Some even joke (or seriously consider) moving there due to the affordability, family vibes, and lack of the negativity they face elsewhere.
• Personal growth for Speed: He’s called it life-changing, regretting not coming sooner, feeling genuine happiness, and praising the love and natural lifestyle.

This isn’t just entertainment—it’s a cultural reset, proving how one creator’s platform can challenge decades of misinformation. With more countries ahead (fingers crossed for epic stops in West and North Africa like Ghana, Senegal, and Morocco), the conversation is only growing. What do you think—has Speed’s tour changed how YOU see Africa?