The South African entrepreneur who went from selling perfumes as a student to owning a unique brand

• Theo Baloyi is a South African entrepreneur and the founder of Bathu Shoes, which he launched in 2015.
• Theo Baloyi's entrepreneurial journey began while studying at the University of South Africa (UNISA), where he started selling perfumes door-to-door and was later selected for PwC’s graduate programme.
• Bathu Shoes has experienced significant growth, with over 35 outlets nationwide, and has also created job opportunities for family members and the Alexandra community through its 'Bathu for Batho' initiative.