The rise of roller skates in Nairobi | The 77 Percent

The streets of Nairobi aren't exactly the safest place for inline skaters to show off their skills. But the sport is rapidly growing in popularity, bringing all genders and communities together. In lieu of proper facilities, young skaters have found their own skating oasis.
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[@SpartaMugo]

This is impressive. The skating community is awesome❤🥂

[@javahlee1755]

And about the Nairobi Skateboard scene?Please,make one vídeo,cheers from Brasil

[@DWThe77Percent]

Thanks for the tip! We'll look into it!

[@mellenawuor8952]

Wooow the love i have for this plc. I always have to pass by there evn if its to say hi

[@JohnNdungu-wx4zg]

Kapero mwenyewe

[@Burundianhustler]

Nice video ❤

[@WhiskerWander3r]

No helmets and safety equipments? 😳

[@PROROLLERCONGO]

Good

[@nanaayuma-vi2ni]

Izo skates za wheels kubwa kubwa ni how much

[@SamTumukugize]

But how much are they in Uganda

[@cindybrown9898]

k this isnt roller skating. those are roller Bladez. not quad skates. there is a huge differencr