In a delightful twist on one of the most talked-about moments from IShowSpeed’s visit to Kenya, social media sensations Bien and Chimano have gone viral for recreating the now-infamous scene of the American streamer chasing a young boy while shouting “Habari yako!” — a blend of Swahili greeting and pure Speed-style energy that had Kenyan audiences in stitches.
The original moment, which has been widely shared on TikTok, captured IShowSpeed — born Darren Jason Watkins Jr — sprinting through a rural setting in Kenya as he called out to a small boy with infectious enthusiasm.
The phrase, roughly meaning “How are you?”, quickly became a meme among Kenyan viewers, thanks to Speed’s high-octane delivery and unmistakable charm.
In the clip, the unexpected fusion of an international internet star and local Swahili greeting created a perfect storm of comedy and cultural crossover that spread rapidly across platforms.
Bien and Chimano, known for their comedic timing and knack for capturing internet trends, took this moment and dialled it up.
In their recreation, the pair donned exaggerated expressions and playful costumes, echoing the original chase but with their own flair.
What makes their version particularly entertaining is their attention to the small details — from the exaggerated shout of “Habari yako!” to the mock breathless run around a Kenyan neighbourhood.
Viewers immediately recognised the homage, praising the duo for both their creativity and their respect for the original viral moment.
The clip has since been shared widely on TikTok and other social channels, with thousands of likes and comments from fans who appreciated the levity in an already energetic cultural moment.
Many Kenyan viewers remarked that Bien and Chimano’s take was not only funny but also a clever celebration of how local and global cultures can collide in the digital age.
This trend feeds into a much broader phenomenon: IShowSpeed’s visit to Kenya itself has been nothing short of a cultural sensation.
The American streamer, who commands millions of followers worldwide, arrived in Nairobi as part of his “Speed Does Africa” tour — a multi-country livestreaming journey designed to explore African cultures and connect with fans in real time.
His Kenyan stop drew extraordinary attention, with crowds tracking his movements through city streets, livestream figures soaring into the hundreds of thousands, and news outlets covering everything from his interactions with local youth to his spontaneous street adventures.
Indeed, Kenya became one of the most successful stops on his tour, with IShowSpeed gaining a remarkable number of subscribers and proclaiming Kenya his favourite destination so far.
Fans at markets and on streets called out to him, joined his streams, and delighted in the unexpected cross-cultural exchanges — even when they involved a sprinting chase and a memorable greeting.
BY stephen atila
