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Temu Price
~R170 R695 -75%
⚠️ Prices subject to change. Always verify current price on the Temu app before purchasing.
🎉 New User Exclusive Deal
R16 new app users only · once per account
Nearly perfect 4.9 stars. 27,000 sold. R16 for new Temu users, R170 for everyone else. This is the walking shoe South African female students have been looking for — and it costs less than a campus lunch.
Campus walking is serious business. Hours on your feet across large university grounds — UCT, UP, Wits, UJ — in shoes that weren’t designed for it is how students end up with sore feet and worn-through soles by mid-semester. This Women’s Lightweight Breathable Sneaker from Temu was built specifically for this use case: a comfortable low-top lace-up walker with a breathable upper, cushioned insole, and slip-resistant sole. At ~R170 standard (R16 new user deal), it’s the kind of buy that keeps showing up on wishlists across the uni24 shopping hub for good reason.
What You’re Getting
Full product name: Women’s Lightweight Breathable Sneakers — Comfortable Low-Top Lace-Up Casual Walking Shoes, Women Shoes. Temu price: ~R170 (original ~R695, -75%). New app user exclusive: R16 — once per account. 27,000+ units sold. 4.9-star rating from 75 reviews — one of the highest-rated shoes in this price segment on Temu SA.
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Breathable Upper
Ventilated mesh construction keeps feet cool across long lecture days and campus walks. Critical for South African summer conditions in Joburg, Pretoria, and Durban.
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Lightweight Build
Light enough to wear all day without fatigue accumulating. No unnecessary bulk. Ideal for students who cover significant ground between venues every day.
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Slip-Resistant PVC Sole
Non-slip outsole handles wet tiles, rain-slicked campus paths, and polished floors. Listed with arch support and a cushioned insole for all-day comfort.
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Low-Top Lace-Up Style
Clean, minimal low-top silhouette. Pairs equally well with jeans, joggers, and summer dresses. A versatile daily shoe that doesn’t announce its price tag.
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Built for Walking
Described as a casual walking shoe — engineered for prolonged pedestrian use, not just aesthetics. Gym, shopping, campus, weekend outings. It covers all of it.
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4.9-Star Rating
Near-perfect rating across 75 verified reviews. 27,000+ sold. In budget footwear this close to R200, a 4.9 is rare. It means this shoe is consistently delivering what it promises.
Product Snapshot
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Women’s Lightweight Breathable Sneakers — Comfortable Low-Top Lace-Up Casual Walking Shoes |
| Temu Price (Current) | ~R170 (was ~R695) · -75% off · Verify on Temu app |
| New User Exclusive | R16 (new app users only · once per account) |
| Units Sold | 27,000+ |
| Rating | 4.9 / 5 stars (75 reviews) |
| Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Lightweight breathable mesh |
| Sole | Slip-resistant PVC with arch support and cushioned insole |
| Use Cases | Casual walking, gym, shopping, campus, daily wear |
| Returns | 90-day return window on Temu |
⚠️ Price subject to change. Discount may vary from page display. Verify before checkout.
Why Female Students in South Africa Keep Coming Back to This Shoe
Walking footwear for women at South African retail sits at R400–R900 minimum for anything that combines breathability, grip, and aesthetics. The budget end of that market — R200 and below — is almost entirely occupied by synthetic fashion sneakers that look good in the shop and fall apart before the semester ends. This Temu sneaker sits structurally closer to a proper walking shoe than anything most students can find at this price: an arch-supporting cushioned insole, a slip-resistant PVC sole, and a breathable mesh upper that actually moves air through a full day of wear.
Students building a full Temu footwear setup will recognise this as the women’s counterpart to the men’s picks that have been making waves in the student community. The R17 Men’s Casual Running Sneaker and the R25 Slip-On Hiking Shoe cover the men’s side — this sneaker does the same for women. Together, a couple could kit out entirely in new footwear for under R350 total from Temu. The Men’s Breathable Mesh Sneaker guide is also worth reading if you’re shopping for someone else or want to compare silhouettes across the range.
The 4.9-star rating on 27,000+ sales is the most important data point here. Temu women’s footwear is a mixed bag — sizing inconsistencies and material quality vary significantly between listings. A near-perfect rating at volume means verified buyers are receiving what the listing promises. Students who want to fill out a first Temu order with additional items can read the best Temu quality buys under R100 to round out the basket — and those building a complete wardrobe on a tight budget should start with the full Temu wardrobe under R2,000 guide.
🎉 First Time on Temu?
New app users pay just R16 for this sneaker as a one-time exclusive deal. Download the Temu app, sign up for a new account, and the deal applies at checkout. This is a once-per-account offer for users who’ve never purchased on Temu before. Temu also gives new users a coupon bundle worth up to R2,000 — the Temu coupon bundle guide explains exactly how to use it to stack savings on your first order.
Claim R16 New User Deal →🎓 The Student Use Case
Morning lecture. Afternoon library. Evening gym. Weekend shopping. This shoe handles the full daily cycle without you having to think about it. Students managing NSFAS budgets who want to understand how Temu fits into smarter monthly spending can read the NSFAS budget stretching guide — footwear is one of the highest-impact purchases you can optimise. For students in off-campus accommodation who need a full setup, Temu finds for off-campus living covers the essentials beyond shoes.
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👟 Men’s Budget Pick
These R17 Men’s Casual Running Sneakers Are the Ultimate Budget Shoes for Students in 2026
Shopping for a partner, brother, or housemate? The men’s equivalent in this Temu budget footwear range lands at R17 for new users — five-star rated, 52,000+ sold, and covering running, gym, and campus use in one lightweight sneaker.
See the Men’s Sneaker Guide →Verdict
R16 New User. R170 Standard. 4.9 Stars. The Walking Shoe Students Have Been Waiting For.
A 4.9-star walking sneaker at 75% off — that’s the headline, and it holds up. This Women’s Lightweight Breathable Sneaker from Temu delivers arch support, slip-resistant grip, and all-day breathability for ~R170. For new Temu app users the R16 exclusive deal makes this an almost no-risk first purchase. The 27,000+ sales at a near-perfect rating confirms this shoe consistently delivers. Check sizing on the Temu listing before you order, test within 24 hours of delivery, and take full advantage of the 90-day return window if needed.
⚠️ Prices subject to change without notice. R16 exclusive deal is available once per account for new Temu app users only. Discount may vary from page display. Always verify current pricing on the Temu app before checkout.
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