IShowSpeed: Ghana Added to Streamer's Nationalities on Wikipedia, Fans React

IShowSpeed: Ghana Added to Streamer's Nationalities on Wikipedia, Fans React

  • American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly called IShowSpeed, has had his Wikipedia page updated
  • The YouTuber has made his Ghanaian mother proud as he embraced his roots after a historic tour across Africa
  • Social media users have commented on Gossip 24's new post about the updates to IShowSpeed's list of nationalities

American streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed has officially had Ghana added to his nationality section on his Wikipedia page.

The 21-year-old content creator, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., visited Ghana on January 26, 2026, as part of his African tour.

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American streamer IShowSpeed makes his mom proud as Ghana is added to his list of nationalities on Wikipedia. Photo credit: @gossip24.
Source: Instagram

IShowSpeed: Ghana to streamer's nationalities

American streamer IShowSpeed, who was honoured with the name Berima Kofi Akufo, has officially made his motherland proud after Ghana was added as his second nationality on his Wikipedia page.

According to research by YEN.com.gh, it is unclear whether the YouTuber made the changes himself or if it was edited by one of his millions of followers.

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During his visit to Ghana, IShowSpeed expressed his love for the country's unique culture, hospitality and even mentioned buying a house in the motherland.

This new change has been described by many as a great decision after his life-changing experience in Eastern and the Greater Accra Region.

The Instagram post is below:

IShowSpeed enjoys massage in Ghana

ShowSpeed’s Ghana visit was nothing short of unforgettable, as the popular streamer fully immersed himself in the country’s culture, nature, and traditions.

His day began on a calm and refreshing note at the Asenema Waterfall in Akropong, where Ghanaian YouTuber Wode Maya treated him to a nature-themed massage by beautiful women.

During the livestream, he openly praised people of the country for their warmth and hospitality, while members of his team and security also joined in and enjoyed the moment.

IShowSpeed was also spotted at Miss Malaika contestant Hamamat Montia's shea butter museum, where he enjoyed a massage, which sparked conversation on Instagram.

The Instagram video is below:

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IShowSpeed visits Okuapemhene in Eastern Region

YouTuber IShowSpeed also showed off his ability to quickly adapt to local customs.

A viral video captured him performing a traditional dance at the palace of Okuapemhene Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III.

Carefully mimicking the gestures of a palace kinsman, the 21-year-old won over the people with his dance moves, which sparked laughter and applause from those present, while viewers online admired Ghana’s rich traditions.

To top it all off, IShowSpeed took part in a traditional outdoor naming ceremony, where he underwent a spiritual bath and was given the name Berima Kofi Akuffo, symbolising his acceptance into the community and a deeper connection to his roots.

The Instagram video is below:

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Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on streamer IShowSpeed, who shared plans of starting a donation campaign in Africa after his tour.

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The American streamer made this announcement before he ended his live broadcast, which was viewed by more than 50 million people.

Social media users applauded the high-energy YouTuber for giving back to various communities after receiving so much love.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Portia Arthur (Entertainment Editor) Portia Arthur holds a BA in publishing from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2013). She has nearly a decade of experience in journalism. She worked as a Lifestyle editor for Pulse.com.gh for almost six years. She joined YEN.com.gh in 2022 as its pioneer fashion editor. She has also worked with celebrities and footballers in image consultancy and management. She has completed Google News Initiative News Labs courses and Advanced Lab courses in Advanced Digital Reporting, Fighting misinformation. She can be reached via email: portia.arthur@yen.com.gh