– MEMBERS ONLY – Not another stakeholder meeting a platform to co-create the future of legitimate trade facilitation, with you, our members at the centre of it all SAAFF’s National Trade Facilitation Division is taking RESOLVE: From Friction to Flow across South Africa — creating a practical engagement platform where industry and government can move beyond identifying challenges and begin …
The way South Africa manages its borders is undergoing a massive digital evolution. Historically, border management operated in silos—immigration, customs, and health checks were handled by entirely separate government entities. Today, the integration of Port Health under the BMA is proving to be a game-changer for both national security and ease of doing business. The latest milestone in this journey …
This week, the SAAFF community proudly celebrates the publication of the 300th BUSA SAAFF Cargo Movement Report, an important milestone in a remarkable six-year journey. The first report was circulated on 15 July 2020, during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Developed at the request of industry, it provided a timely, informed point of reference on the movement of cargo, …
SAAFF CEO Dr Juanita Maree will join senior government and industry representatives at UnBlocked: Focus on Freight in Durban on 1 October. With ongoing congestion at the Port of Durban continuing to disrupt freight movement, delivery schedules and business operations, the event brings key stakeholders together for a solutions-driven discussion on the challenges facing KwaZulu-Natal’s freight and logistics sector. The …
The latest edition of SAAFF’s Navigating Forward Together explores how member experience, industry intelligence and coordinated action come together to support practical reform across South Africa’s freight and logistics sector. This edition looks at SAAFF’s 477 strategic structure, current projects and working groups, regulatory modernisation, the new SAAFF Legal Corner, and the next generation of industry leadership. Read the August …
A legend in its own right is back! TONIGHT – The SAAFF Western Cape 21st Annual Fun Quiz returns for another unforgettable evening of sharp thinking, spirited rivalry and great industry camaraderie. Sold out year after year, this is the moment when INDUSTRY COMPETITION gets even tougher than it is out in the marketplace! SHARPEN YOUR WITS – get ready …
SAAFF CEO Dr Juanita Maree will chair the opening “Gateway to Growth” session at Ports & Rail Week 2026 on Wednesday, 25 November, bringing industry leadership into a critical conversation on Africa’s integrated ports, rail and trade corridors.
Cross-border logistics in Africa presents enormous opportunities for growth, but it also comes with very real challenges. In Episode 11 of the Unitrans Podcast, “Crossing Lines: The Real World of Seamless Trade in Africa,” SAAFF CEO Juanita Maree joins Hugo Nieuwenhuizen, Unitrans Customs Manager, for a conversation about what seamless regional trade really looks like on the ground. The discussion …
By Devlyn Naidoo: Head of Trade Facilitation SARS and OGA Turning Legislative Change to Operational Readiness | SAAFF Member Workshop on the Draft Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill 2026 The Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) recognises that changes to customs legislation do not remain confined to the pages of an Act. They translate directly into processes, systems, declarations, …
Today’s the day! ⛳ Welcome to a fully booked SAAFF Annual Golf Day, with more than 40 teams joining us for a day of golf, networking and giving back with SAAFF. A sincere thank you to our sponsors and partners for their support, and to all our members for making today possible. This year, we’re proud to support San Michele, …