The Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has officially endorsed Truck Test 2026, reinforcing the event’s position as a benchmark initiative for the transport and logistics sector in South Africa and across the continent. The endorsement marks a significant milestone for Truck Test, which continues to grow in credibility and industry relevance. Scheduled to take place from 3 to …

In an increasingly complex and data-driven supply chain environment, mastering logistics requires more than operational efficiency. Devlyn Naidoo explains that it demands purpose, insight, strategic thinking and disciplined execution to remain competitive and relevant. You will be glad to know this is not another ubiquitous food review. Those who didn’t get the dry humour relating to the title are forgiven. …

This year marks a truly remarkable milestone as the Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) celebrates 105 years of service to the South African logistics industry. On 13 and 14 May 1921, the First Conference of the South African Shipping & Forwarding Agents Association was convened in Port Elizabeth, now Gqeberha, laying the foundation for what would become one …

From groundwork to real movement, Q1 2026 marks a shift from intention to impact. This edition of Touch the Sky explores how reform, collaboration, and industry alignment are beginning to translate into measurable progress across the logistics system.

Photo Caption:Mr. Prince Magoda Manganyi – Terminal Manager PointMs Sue Moodley – SAAFF Alternate DirectorMr. Earl Peters – Managing Executive Durban and Cape Terminals The Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) joins industry stakeholders in recognising a record-breaking milestone achieved by the Durban Car Terminal – handling 695 686 Fully Built Units (FBU) in the financial year ended 31 …

Transnet has proposed reclaiming land from the sea to expand the Durban Port — a development that could significantly reshape South Africa’s logistics capacity and long-term trade potential. In a recent interview on SAFM’s Market Update, Dr Juanita Maree, CEO of the Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF), unpacked the implications of this proposal and what it could mean …

For weeks, the geopolitical standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has escalated, effectively freezing nearly a fifth of the world’s oil supply. This has driven fuel prices sharply higher, with petrol and diesel costs in South Africa expected to rise significantly. At the same time, shipping delays and surcharges are pushing logistics costs even higher. Dr Jacob van Rensburg from …