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American streaming influencer featured in 2026 World Cup coverage, including FIFA closing ceremony performance and a World Cup campaign video highlighting Ghana.

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October 2026
17 OctJoy Online
Streaming star IShowSpeed has partnered with Breakwater Studios and Higher Ground Productions to bring The Eyes of Ghana, a documentary about the preservation of Ghana’s cinematic history, to cinemas for a one-night screening on October 28, 2026. …
IShowSpeed partners Obamas to bring Ghana history documentary to cinemas on October 28
September 2026
13 SeptJoy Online
… Her work has also given her the opportunity to meet and interact with notable personalities, including former President John Agyekum Kufuor, Ghanaian business executive and preacher Joyce Aryee, Nigerian music star Davido and American streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed, among other …
My parents opposed my decision to pursue art – Aewura Arts
13 SeptJoy Online
January 2026 saw American streamer IShowSpeed take his “Speed Does Africa” tour across the continent, spending 28 days visiting 20 African countries and immersing himself in different cultures along the way. …
IShowSpeed’s manager said my artwork was one of the best he received on tour — Aewura Arts
July 2026
27 JulJoy Online
… It is also investigating allegations of racist abuse towards American social media influencer IShowSpeed, while supporters were arrested at multiple matches – including following England’s semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta. …
Infantino tells Fifa critics to ‘meditate, pray or watch football’
19 JulJoy Online
… Streamer IShowSpeed took to the field at the New York New Jersey Stadium first, alongside drummers and dancers in vibrant tracksuits. …
Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
16 JulThe Ghanaian Times
… This star-studded show will feature performances from IShowSpeed, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams, as well as a special appearance by Tom Cruise, bringing together some of the world’s biggest names in music and entertainment for an unforgettable celebration …
IShowSpeed, Tom Cruise headline World Cup closing ceremony
15 JulJoy Online
… Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and IShowSpeed are set to perform as part of the ceremony, with Jennifer Hudson to sing the United States’ national anthem. …
World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutes
7 JulJoy Online
FIFA has opened an investigation following allegations of racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina’s 3-2 win over Cape Verde on Friday. …
Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed
June 2026
26 JunJoy Online
… Built as a fast-paced, arcade-style football experience, FIFA Heroes is designed for a global audience and launched June 25th with iShowspeed. …
Ghana’s DJ Shagy, Kvpel & Ctea join FIFA Heroes soundtrack alongside Central Cee and J Balvin
12 JunJoy Online
… Nearly two years later, in early 2026, Ghana’s Foreign Ministry approved a Ghanaian passport for the 21-year-old streamer IShowSpeed after establishing what it called irrefutable ties to the country, describing him as a worthy ambassador. …
From Ghanaian passport to Ghanaian Property: Why African Americans are betting on Ghana’s real estate boom

Culture

Documentary on Ghana's cinematic history screens October 28

The News

Streaming star IShowSpeed has partnered with Breakwater Studios and Higher Ground Productions to bring The Eyes of Ghana, a documentary about the preservation of Ghana's cinematic history, to cinemas for a one-night screening on October 28, 2026 in the United States. The film follows 93-year-old Ghanaian cinematographer Chris Hesse, who served as personal cameraman to Ghana's first President Kwame Nkrumah, as he works to preserve and repatriate more than 1,000 reels of historical footage documenting Ghana's independence era and the wider African liberation movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

17 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 17 October

Documentary on Ghana's cinematic history screens October 28
Streaming star IShowSpeed has partnered with Breakwater Studios and Higher Ground Productions to bring The Eyes of Ghana, a documentary about the preservation of Ghana's cinematic history, to cinemas for a one-night screening on October 28, 2026 in the United States. The film follows 93-year-old Ghanaian cinematographer Chris Hesse, who served as personal cameraman to Ghana's first President Kwame Nkrumah, as he works to preserve and repatriate more than 1,000 reels of historical footage documenting Ghana's independence era and the wider African liberation movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
17 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 13 September

Ghanaian pencil artist overcame parental resistance to pursue visual arts
Ghanaian pencil artist Aewura Adjoa says her parents opposed her decision to pursue art as a career, questioning how she would make a living from it, but she chose Visual Arts at Mfantsiman Girls' Senior High School despite their concerns. Her childhood passion for drawing eventually led her to focus on picture-making and participate in school artistic projects.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian artist's IShowSpeed portrait praised by streamer's manager
Ghanaian artist Aewura Arts drew a detailed pencil portrait of American streamer IShowSpeed during his "Speed Does Africa" tour in January 2026, and IShowSpeed's manager described it as one of the best artworks received during the tour.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

Infantino dismisses FIFA critics via social media post
FIFA president Gianni Infantino told critics to "meditate, pray or watch a football match" instead of spreading criticism about his leadership and the World Cup. He claimed FIFA delivered the "greatest event on earth" and praised the 2026 tournament's safety and unity, including Iran's participation, contradicting accounts from Iran's head coach who said his team were the "most oppressed" at the World Cup.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 19 July

Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS headline 2026 World Cup final
Pop stars Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and K-pop group BTS performed at the 2026 World Cup final half-time show, which lasted 27 minutes and 22 seconds—the longest in World Cup history. The performance featured fireworks and reunited Shakira with Nigerian musician Burna Boy, who had performed together at the tournament's opening ceremony.
19 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 16 July

FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony features Tom Cruise, IShowSpeed
The FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony on 19 July at New York New Jersey Stadium will feature performances by IShowSpeed, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams, with a special appearance by Tom Cruise. Jennifer Hudson will perform the United States national anthem ahead of the final match.
16 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 15 July

World Cup final half-time break set for 20–25 minutes
The half-time interval in Sunday's World Cup final will last between 20 and 25 minutes, with an 11-minute performance by Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and other artists. The extended break exceeds the standard 15-minute regulation, similar to last year's Club World Cup final which lasted 24 minutes.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

FIFA investigates alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed at tournament
FIFA has opened an investigation into alleged racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and an Argentina supporter during the Copa América, which took place on 3 July at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

Ghanaian DJ Shagy's song selected for FIFA Heroes soundtrack
DJ Shagy's song "Bounce," produced by an all-Ghanaian team including Kvpel, C-tea, and Redemption Beatz, has been selected for the official FIFA Heroes soundtrack as the only African song featured on the game's soundtrack.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

Ghana attracts African diaspora through passport policy and real estate investment
Ghana has pursued a sustained decade-long strategy to welcome the global African diaspora, beginning with Right of Abode provisions and accelerated by the 2019 Year of Return campaign, which drew over a million visitors and more than 3 billion dollars into the local economy. The article suggests this policy framework is now driving African American investment in Ghanaian real estate as a practical step following diaspora citizenship.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 3 June

American streamer iShowSpeed features Ghana in World Cup video
Streamer iShowSpeed has released a FIFA World Cup campaign music video featuring Ghana prominently, showing him dancing to Afrobeats and celebrating Ghanaian culture, which has garnered millions of views across social media platforms.
3 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 5 May

Personal visibility increasingly essential for career success
An opinion piece argues that visibility has become as important as talent and excellence for professional advancement, with opportunities now flowing to those who maintain public awareness rather than those who remain hidden. The author contends that widespread impostor syndrome keeps talented people from self-promotion, yet modern employers and partners select from those they already know.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →