Established in 2023, our group operates in diverse Bathu is a dynamic South African conglomerate with a widespread presence across the African continent. Established in 2023, our group operates in diverse sectors, including retail, financial services and licensing. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Bathu Group continues to expand its footprint and make a significant impact on the African business landscape.
At Bathu Group, our mission is twofold.
Firstly, we are committed to fostering the growth and empowerment of our subsidiaries and entities by adhering to rigorous ethical standards and promoting economic impact. Secondly, we aim to deliver maximum return on investment to our stakeholders, investors, and partners, while maintaining agility and adaptability in an ever-evolving market landscape.”
Bathu Group envisions itself as an emblematic African brand conglomerate, deeply rooted in the African identity and culture. Our aspiration is to be a beacon of pride for Africans worldwide, representing the epitome of excellence and innovation.
Bathu is a common universal slang term mostly used in townships across South Africa in reference to any type of shoe. We are a local premium sneaker brand that is all about pushing boundaries and ourselves beyond limits. We believe everyone is on a journey and ours is to equip it with the necessary armour for it. Our vision is clear, create a shoe brand that all Africans can proudly affiliate with.
Everyone is on a quest to find themselves
They want to find who they are
Where they come from and where they are going
Their type of style
Their type of boy or girl.
That dream car or that dream house
But what they really want find is that one thing that makes them different from everyone. Their Scent
Its that one thing that you want people to remember about you
It tells people what type of a person you are
Something powerful that can truly, Define Your Presence
Meet Avenue Exchange. Your new scents haven.
Monosi Movements is a South African sneaker brand founded in 2019 by Monosi Kotsoe from Mabopane, Pretoria. Monosi is a Tswana name meaning “ The One”
Our story began with a simple yet profound belief: fashion should be as unique as the individual who wears it. From our flagship Mono Victory sneakers to our latest collection of expressive apparel, every Monosi piece is infused with the essence of South African culture, crafted to empower and inspire.
At Flowers for Society, we go beyond the known to revolutionise the footwear industry. With open-arms mentality, transparency and a deep love for the community, we are dedicated for creating meaningful change.
Our mission is rooted in progressive thinking challenging the status quo and disrupting outdated industry norms from product distribution to design and every aspect of our operations, we push boundaries and redefine the possibilities of footwear.
Step into the world of Baka, where we blend cultures to craft exceptional furniture from Africa’s heritage to the elegance of Japandi; our pieces tell unique tales. Experience fusion, elevate spaces and let your home narrate its story. Welcome to Baka – where creativity meets craftmanship.
We pride ourselves on being more than just furniture makers. We are artisans, breathing life into each piece right here in South Africa. When you choose Baka, you choose a touch of Africans soul.
Beyond our craftmanship, we are here to make your space truly yours. Our intentions advice is more than suggestions: its about creating an atmosphere that reflects your essence. Lets weave your story together.
Experience Fusion: Inspire Spaces: Unfold Stories – Welcome Home
In 2011, the vibrant streets of Soweto, South Africa’s largest township, became the backdrop for a fashion revolution. Boys of Soweto, affectionately known as B.O.S.
BOS emerged as a powerful symbol of self-expression, creativity, and community.
At Boys of Soweto, we transcend the boundaries of a typical fashion brand—we are a movement. Our mission is to empower individuals through stylish, high-quality garments that inspire confidence and foster self-love.
Join us on this extraordinary journey as we redefine fashion and uplift communities around the world.
Theo Baloyi, an award-winning Founder and Group CEO of the Bathu Group, is a seasoned professional in the field of Accounting with extensive expertise in Performance Management, Audit, Strategy, Capital Markets, and Accounting Advisory Services.
During his tenure at the renowned accounting firm PwC, Theo specialized in Asset Management in the Middle East and played a pivotal role in implementing IAS16 across the region. It was during this period that his passion for sneakers ignited, planting the seeds for his entrepreneurial journey.
In 2015, Theo fulfilled his vision by establishing Bathu, a dynamic sneaker brand dedicated to; Reignite hope and create sustainable employment with a vision of creating a shoe brand that Africans can proudly affiliate with.
Under Theo’s visionary leadership, what began as a bootstrap venture has evolved into one of Africa’s leading brands, celebrated continent-wide as a beacon of pride and achievement.
In 2023, Theo expanded his entrepreneurial footprint by founding the Bathu Group, a multifaceted South African conglomerate with a Pan-African presence. Today, the group encompasses interests in Retail, Financial Services, and licensing, employing over 400 individuals across four subsidiary companies. The Bathu Group operates from more than 11,000 square meters of office space and retail outlets spanning the continent
Theo Baloyi, an award-winning Founder and Group CEO of the Bathu Group, is a seasoned professional in the field of Accounting with extensive expertise in Performance Management, Audit, Strategy, Capital Markets, and Accounting Advisory Services.
During his tenure at the renowned accounting firm PwC, Theo specialized in Asset Management in the Middle East and played a pivotal role in implementing IAS16 across the region. It was during this period that his passion for sneakers ignited, planting the seeds for his entrepreneurial journey.
In 2015, Theo fulfilled his vision by establishing Bathu, a dynamic sneaker brand dedicated to; Reignite hope and create sustainable employment with a vision of creating a shoe brand that Africans can proudly affiliate with.
Under Theo’s visionary leadership, what began as a bootstrap venture has evolved into one of Africa’s leading brands, celebrated continent-wide as a beacon of pride and achievement.
In 2023, Theo expanded his entrepreneurial footprint by founding the Bathu Group, a multifaceted South African conglomerate with a Pan-African presence. Today, the group encompasses interests in Retail, Financial Services, and licensing, employing over 400 individuals across four subsidiary companies. The Bathu Group operates from more than 11,000 square meters of office space and retail outlets spanning the continent