Stories

My name is Franck Leya. My hope is that my story inspires youth out there to never give up on their dreams – There is no better victory than paying it forward and helping others through your efforts.

The first step is believing in yourself. If you cannot trust yourself why would anyone else? Learn that it is okay to take risks, it is okay to fall, however, don’t you ever stop believing in yourself.

I strongly believe in the expansion of the young black mind, especially in townships, by providing different programs that might provide a broader mental view on the world and a wilder dream state.

Sneakers are more than footwear to the youth, they are a symbol of an inspiring and personal journey to greatness

I would like to see the youth of today elevate themselves. We are no longer living in the industrial age; we are living in the age of information, digitization, and technology. 

I am Kgosi Mashugane, co-mayor of the Johannesburg Junior Council and I call upon the youth of South Africa to band together and collectively we will aspire to empower the voices of the unheard.