"Don't Gatekeep Kenya": Prankster Vindee Hits Back at M Ably Over IShowSpeed Tour Comments (Kenya 🇰🇪 )

 The debate over international streamer IShowSpeed’s upcoming Kenyan tour has taken a sharp turn as popular digital creator and prankster Vindee officially weighed in, slamming fellow creator M Ably for his "elitist" stance.

The confrontation follows M Ably’s viral video urging Speed’s team to avoid the slums and instead stick to "Barabara kali kali" (high-end roads) to protect the country's international image.

Vindee, known for his gritty and relatable street content, did not mince words when addressing M Ably’s suggestions. In a spirited rebuttal, the prankster argued that hiding the "trenches" or the "slums" from international visitors is a disservice to the millions of Kenyans who live there and contribute to the nation's culture.

 Vindee labeled the idea of avoiding the slums as "fake" and "gatekeeping," suggesting that Speed’s brand thrives on the raw energy found in grassroots neighborhoods.

 He pointed out that IShowSpeed has visited "hoods" and "favelas" globally (including O-Block in the US and Brazil's favelas), and that Kenya should not try to curate a "sanitized" version of reality for him.

  Vindee encouraged fans to ignore calls for a "VIP-only" tour, insisting that the warmth and hospitality of the ghetto are part of what makes Kenya unique.

The feud highlights a growing divide within the Kenyan content creation scene regarding how the country should be marketed to the world:

M Ably Development-Focused: Show the skyscrapers, malls, and modern infrastructure. "Mtembeze barabara kali kali." 

 Vindee  Authenticity-Focused: Show the people, the streets, and the raw culture. "Don't act like the slums don't exist; it's part of our home." 

While Vindee is pushing for an "unfiltered" experience, critics of his stance point to the potential security risks. IShowSpeed’s livestreams are famous for attracting massive, chaotic crowds that can quickly become uncontrollable in narrow slum alleyways. However, Vindee’s supporters argue that with proper local security, the "ghetto" tour would provide the most viral and memorable content of the entire Africa tour.

The hashtag #SpeedInKenya is currently trending, with fans taking sides.

Vindee is right," one TikToker posted. "Speed wants the vibes, not a tour of a shopping mall he can see in America. Let him see the real 254!"

Carter Efe and other West African creators have also been tagged in the debate, as many wonder if Speed's experience in Kenya will mirror his high-octane visits to Lagos or Johannesburg.

NEWS SOURCE: Nairobi gossip club

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