Shangilia skate park — Skateboarding arrived in Kenya about a decade ago. Since then, the scene has gone from the strength to strength. FREDRIK LERNERYD/AFP/Getty Images Shangilia skate park — Skateboarders hang out at Shangilia Skate Park in Nairobi. It's the biggest one in East Africa. FREDRICK LERNERYD/AFP/Getty Images Shangilia skate park — Skateboarding took off when a video called "Skate Play" was produced by Kenyan skaters who documented their tricks in Nairobi. Nairobi — Nairobi's skateboarders usually roll through downtown around midday when it's less crowded. Shangilia skate park — The skate park provides a space for young Kenyans to hang out and escape the daily grind of Nairobi. Shangilia skate park — The region's biggest skate park was built by local skateboarders in partnership with NGO Skate Aid. Shangilia skate park — Local skateboarder Sherry told CNN: "I skateboard because I love skateboarding. It's like loving your boyfriend. I'll say skateboarding is my bae." Shangilia skate park — The skate park allows them to push the limits of their skills. Prev Next
