Bradley Marongo, aka Bradley Mtall, wore closed shoes for the first time this week and was thankful to Bata for customising them for him.

Describing it as a ‘life-changing’ opportunity, he said the gesture humbled him and was looking forward to more deals with the company.

“I am deeply grateful to @batakenya for the life-changing opportunity to wear closed shoes for the first time. This experience means more to me than words can express, and I truly appreciate your support.

“I look forward to the possibility of working together on more meaningful projects in the future,” he wrote.

Due to his outstanding height, Marongo became an internet sensation during the Gen Z-led protests and made several media tours to highlight his journey.

During a recent interview with KTN, he said so many women have been on his case but he is married

“Ladies like tall, dark, and handsome. If I were to walk with another man, I’d attract more girls than him,” he said.

He added that he has had enough of the fame and now wants to find ways to make money. He claimed he does not mind the nature of work as long as he is well compensated.

“I finished primary school in 2012 but I could not continue with my education due to lack of school fees…I have never met my dad.

“My mother’s house was locked, and I made the bitter decision to look for employment, which is how I ended up being a tout,” he said

Adding: “I make Shs300 per day, and considering the cost of living, it is a struggle for me as I have to send upkeep money to my family in Vihiga County”.

Marongo said he lives in a single room with three other friends, and when things are tough, he sleeps hungry to save a few coins for his family.

While many might consider his height a blessing, for Marongo, conducting simple chores like going to the market is a challenge as he often attracts crowds fascinated by his height.