IShowSpeed reveals he’s officially buying a HOUSE IN AFRICA after his massive streaming tour

He revealed plans to buy a house during his Africa tour

While livestreaming from Zambia on January 10, 2026, American streamer IShowSpeed (real name Darren Watkins Jr.) told his audience that due to the overwhelming love he’s received across Africa, he intends to purchase a house on the continent.

He said he’ll choose one African country at the end of his tour and buy property there — a big personal commitment tied to the positive reception he’s experienced.

Why this matters

IShowSpeed is on a massive 28-day livestream tour across Africa, called “Speed Does Africa,” where he’s been traveling through many countries such as Angola, South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, Zimbabwe and more.

Fans have turned out in huge numbers at many stops, and he’s frequently livestreamed interactions with local cultures and crowds. The affection and enthusiasm he’s encountered have clearly made a strong impression on him.

In his Zambia livestream announcement he said he’s never “felt out of place” anywhere on the continent and specifically mentioned how much he enjoys aspects like African safaris and the warmth of the people.

What this reflects

This isn’t the first big property moment in Speed’s life — previously he’s bought a mansion in the U.S. and shared tours with fans.

But choosing to buy property in Africa is a fresh kind of gesture that reflects his connection with the continent and his global fanbase — and it’s driven by the overwhelming fan love he’s experienced during a very successful tour