IShowSpeed’s no-show in Tanzania: Learning from a missed opportunity

Young internet sensation Darren Watkins Jr. aka IShowSpeed. The youngster is proving a powerful cultural ambassador, connecting millions to the real Africa by sharing authentic moments, from football to local life, showcasing the continent’s rich traditions and welcoming spirit. PHOTO | COURTESY

With 50 million subscribers on YouTube, a feat no other black content creator has ever achieved, the 21-year-old streamer is a force to be reckoned with.

According to a Tanzanian American with more than 20 years of experience in tourism, IShowSpeed was supposed to visit Tanzania, which includes a tour of Zanzibar Island.