DJ Sbu Responds After Being Trolled for Fanboying Streamer IShowSpeed: “I Hype Everyone Up”

• South African veteran broadcaster DJ SBu recently reacted to tweeps trolling him for fanboying the streamer, IShowSpeed
• The Radio 2000 radio host shared that he wasn't fanboying the star, but doing what he usually does for those who come to his show
• Many netizens couldn't help but flood the comment section with their reactions to DJ Sbu's explanation

Bathong, DJ Sbu didn't let trolls drag him down as he decided to explain himself regarding the whole American streamer, IShowSpeed, saga and him being accused of fanboying him on social media.

On Sunday, 4 January 2026, the Radio 2000 host shared on his social media page that he wasn't fanboying the American streamer who previously asked about Cyan Boujee, but revealed that he is always hyping up the guests who always come to his show.

He wrote:

"This is nothing new. @ishowspeedsui is not an isolated incident. I do this every morning on @Radio2000_ZA, sweating and rallying behind every guest who visits my show. I've been doing this my whole career. This is what I’m about. Those who’ve visited me in my element know. I hype everyone up. I give love. I’m blessed to be doing what I’m doing. That’s why I’m great & blessed to still be here in 2026. Love to everyone."

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SA reacts to SJ Sbu's explanation

Shortly after the broadcaster shared on social media about trolls who accused him of fanboying a streamer, many netizens flooded the comment section with their reactions. Here's what they had to say below:

@Lord_Ori_ said:

"Don’t over-explain yourself Groetman, we get you."

@duma_noluthando wrote:

"Please don't respond and be touched by children...you did great! Thank you for representing our beautiful country. We appreciate you! And thank you for loving the youth and pouring your soul into Kasi culture...you will be remembered for the inspiration that you are! We love you!"

@Deejay_Buckz commented:

"I am proof of your undying support for all of us. God bless you, your passion and resilience."

@AdvBarrryRouxx responded:

"Bro… facts. You’re not just doing a job, you’re building energy, hype, and love every single day. That consistency is why people respect you and why you’re still shining in 2026. Big moves, big vibes."

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@MkhontaLungelo replied:

"Much respect, Grootman, you don't even need to explain yourself. Whosoever has a problem with your grind, that's their problem. Keep doing you."

@PHASTARICO tweeted:

"I don't think there will ever be a South African celebrity accusing us of supporting US artists' concerts. I've never seen excitement shown by our celebrities like day before yesterday fighting for autographs with fans, wow."

3 Other stories about IShowSpeed

• In another article, Briefly News reported that while in the Mother City, Speed got a South African woman's number, telling her that he would text her.
• The streamer joined a group of high school learners and participated in a war cry on New Year's Eve, leaving many to wonder how it was possible to get the boys on the last day of the year.
• During a visit to a cultural centre in a Cape Town township, Speed got a massive fright when a local man used one of the isiXhosa clicks during a conversation.

Source: Briefly News