Jokes galore, a bottle of White Cap... Inside comedy legend Dave Chappelle's Kenya show

The Wednesday show, which was announced on Monday morning caught many of his Kenyan fans by surprise and just when people were trying to get ready to buy tickets, it was announced they were sold out in two hours. A ticket was going for Ksh.7,000, a fair price to see one of the best to ever tell jokes for a living.

Many still did not believe the comedic genius would perform in Kenya but hope springs eternal, especially for those who bought the tickets.

There was one photo doing the rounds that he had landed in the country but there was no actual proof. It was said even the organisers did not know where he was staying though it later emerged he flew to the world-renown Maasai Mara National Reserve staying at the luxurious Angama Mara lodge with his wife and eldest son.

Dave Chappelle shows off his jumping skills as he joins the Maasai dancers at the Masai Mara. Photo I Mathieu Bitton

Wednesday rolled around, the moment of truth came and the legend proved he was a man of his word and showed up at the Louis Leaky Auditorium much to the delirium of those in attendance and more pain for those who missed out.

The venue, which holds 300 people was packed and everyone was ready for the man of the moment. But first, some Kenyan stand-up artists Eric Lu Savali and Ciru Mwangi were selected to curtain raise for Dave Chappelle and they did not disappoint.

Then the man, the legend was up and next and he lived up to the expectations. First, it was a no-phone-allowed event.

The organisers of the event, Punchline Comedy Club Nairobi, had mentioned that phones, cameras or recording devices which included smart watches would not be allowed into the auditorium.

"Upon arrival, all phones and smart watches will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be unlocked at the end of the show. Guests maintain possession of their phones throughout the night, and if needed, may access their phones at designated Yondr unlocking stations in the lobby. Anyone caught with a cell phone in the venue will be immediately ejected. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience."

None of the 300 people present looked like they had a problem with this rule and everyone was just present in the moment, just laughter and good vibes, a true Dave Chappelle experience.