The 20-year-old YouTuber and Twitch streamer made the remarks after travelling through South Africa, where he launched his Africa tour. In videos circulating on social media, he noted that South Africa, where his journey began, does not have mountain gorillas, adding that he intends to see them in Rwanda.
'There are no gorillas here. We'll visit the gorillas in Rwanda. We won't be able to do a livestream because there are too many trees, but I'll do a video,' he said.
Rwanda's mountain gorillas represent a major conservation success story. Once critically endangered, their numbers have risen significantly, now exceeding 1,000, making them the only great ape population increasing globally.
This success is largely driven by community-focused tourism, which funds protection and turns locals into 'gorilla guardians' against threats such as poaching and habitat loss. This makes gorilla trekking not only a unique and precious wildlife encounter but also a powerful symbol of national pride and sustainable economic development.
IShowSpeed, born Darren Jason Watkins Jr, kicked off his 28-day tour, dubbed 'Speed Does Africa Tour,' on December 21, 2025. During the tour, he plans to visit multiple African countries, conduct livestreams, and share his experiences with followers worldwide.
Wherever he has travelled so far, the internet personality has drawn large crowds of fans, offering them a glimpse into his experiences across the continent. He received an enthusiastic welcome in South Africa, the first stop on his tour.
In videos shared on X while announcing the tour, IShowSpeed said he plans to visit several countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Rwanda, among others.
The influencer recently concluded his 'Speed Does America Tour', during which he travelled across 25 states in the United States over a 35-day period.
According to IShowSpeedTracker.com, he has previously toured regions including South America, Europe, Asia and Oceania.
The date of his visit to Rwanda is yet to be announced.
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