South Africa’s top skateboarders and emerging talent battled for honours across the Junior, Women’s and Men’s divisions at Thrashers Skatepark. Pretoria, South Africa (23 September 2026) – Pretoria was…
Homework first, kickflips second! Skateistan is helping Jozi kids build confidence on and off the skateboard. Johannesburg, South Africa (02 September 2026) – Mandy Wiener is back with another…
South Africa’s Olympic skateboarder headlines this weekend’s O’Neill Ballito Pro Skate Jam as the country’s best riders battle it out for top honours. Durban, South Africa (09 July 2026)…
While Jason Vanporppal’s skateboard journey across Africa captured global attention, many South Africans found themselves equally inspired by Jerome Joel, the man who helped him reach Cape Town. Now, thanks…
Jason’s adventure shows that even the biggest journeys begin with a single push. Most people use a skateboard to get around a neighbourhood, practise tricks with friends or spend…
The travelling skater shared his excitement after locals showed up in numbers to support his adventure through South Africa. Richmond, South Africa (18 May 2026) – After South Africans…
After taking a painful fall during his skateboarding journey across Africa, Jason Vanporppal found himself on the receiving end of some very South African care. South Africa (18 May…
After a dream debut in Malaysia, Capetonian skateboarder Jean-Marc Johannes reflects on representing South Africa for the first time on the Urban World Series stage and sets his sights on…
Skateboarding is becoming a thriving movement across South Africa, giving young people spaces to learn new skills, connect with others, and build confidence while having fun. Johannesburg, South Africa…
Johannesburg Skate Club is empowering kids from Soweto and Alexandra through skateboarding, offering a safe space to grow. Johannesburg, South Africa (28 July 2025) – If you have ever…
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“The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible” - Arthur C. Clarke
