KIMBERLEY – Kimberley-born Boipelo Awuah, the highest-ranking African woman skateboarder in history, has become the first skater in South Africa to secure a car sponsorship. The 20-year-old Awuah has represented the country and continent on the world stage, and with the sponsorship of a brand-new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, she is now brand ambassador for Chery Kimberley.
The handover took place at the dealership on Friday 23 January, followed by a photo session at the Kumba Skate Plaza in Kimberley.
The Northern Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism said its Kimberley Diamond Cup (KDC) acted as a crucial launch pad for Awuah’s skateboarding career. Awuah has been learning stunts at the skate plaza since the age of five, and received vital development, exposure and opportunities through the KDC, helping her become a two-time Olympian.
Among her achievements, she was placed 18th in women’s street skateboarding at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and fifth in the Grand Skate Tour 2025 in Moscow.
Even while having been featured across local, national and international news platforms, Awuah remains deeply rooted in her community, and in youth development work.
Through her 053 Fantasy Girls Skateboarding Foundation, she presents skate lessons for young girls, amongst other activities. On 21 February, she is presenting a 053 Girls’ Skate Workshop at the Kumba Skate Plaza, from 14:00 to 20:00. Girls of all ages are welcome.
Follow Awuah on Instagram at @053_girlsskateboarding.
With the 2028 Olympic Games in mind, Awuah is currently raising funds to attend the Olympic qualifier event in Brazil in March.
Chery Kimberley will sponsor her for a year, including insurance coverage for the car.
