BORN IN KATLEHONG. MADE TO GO FURTHER.

Go for your dreams.
Go for it.

VAYA is a South African sneaker brand founded by Themba Makamo. The idea began in Katlehong: create a sneaker that carries a message of courage, possibility and ambition.

Launched in 2021, VAYA speaks to people who are building their own path. “Vaya” means “go” — a call to take the next step, even when the destination feels far away.

Find your Triumph

VAYA founder Themba Makamo holding a VAYA Triumph sneaker — **Themba Makamo**FOUNDER, VAYA

COLOUR WITH CONFIDENCE

The spirit of Triumph.

The VAYA Triumph collection pairs a bold silhouette with expressive colourways. From black and white to Lime, Gold and Sky Blue, there is a VAYA for the way you move.

OUT IN THE WORLD. IN OUR COLOUR.

Real people.
Real VAYA.

From the streets to the spotlight.
This is what going for it looks like.

VAYA Sky Blue sneakers worn with a grey tracksuit outdoors — VAYA IN REAL LIFE01

VAYA Red sneakers worn with a grey jacket and a VAYA shopping bag — VAYA IN REAL LIFE02

VAYA Mustard sneakers worn on a seaside promenade — VAYA IN REAL LIFE03

Three VAYA wearers showing their colourful sneakers together — VAYA IN REAL LIFE04

VAYA Sky Blue sneakers worn with a colourful shirt — VAYA IN REAL LIFE05

VAYA Mustard sneakers worn beside a yellow car — VAYA IN REAL LIFE06

VAYA Sky Blue sneakers and a VAYA T-shirt worn in store — VAYA IN REAL LIFE07

A VAYA wearer holding up a pair of bright Lime sneakers — VAYA IN REAL LIFE08

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Go for your dreams.Go for it.

The spirit of Triumph.

Real people.Real VAYA.

Go for your dreams.
Go for it.

Real people.
Real VAYA.