Which South African ports do freight forwarders use?

Durban is the largest and busiest container port in Sub-Saharan Africa, followed by Cape Town and Ngqura (Coega); Richards Bay and Saldanha handle bulk exports. Air cargo moves primarily through Johannesburg (JNB) and Cape Town (CPT).

Can South Africa forwarders arrange cross-border road freight?

Yes. Road freight into the SADC region — Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Mozambique, the DRC, and beyond — is a core service, including transit customs and border documentation. Post a freight request with your route for quotes.

How does customs clearance work in South Africa?

Imports and exports are declared to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) via its electronic system, with a licensed clearing agent managing classification, duties, and permits. Most forwarders on CargoLinked provide clearing in-house.

Freight Forwarders & Logistics Companies in South Africa

Customs & logistics across Durban, Cape Town & Johannesburg

Find 754 freight forwarders and logistics companies in South Africa on CargoLinked. As Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest economy, South Africa trades through Durban — the busiest container port in the region — plus Cape Town, Ngqura/Port Elizabeth, and Richards Bay for bulk, with air cargo through Johannesburg (JNB) and Cape Town (CPT). Forwarders here handle FCL and LCL ocean freight, air freight, licensed customs clearance via SARS, cross-border road freight into the SADC region, and exports of minerals, fruit, wine, and vehicles. Compare providers by service and mode, then post a free freight request for competitive quotes.

Zeen FreightUnclaimed

Pretoria, South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Freight Forwarders

Ziegler South AfricaUnclaimed

South Africa

136 Plane Road, Spartan Ext 19, Kempton Park, Johannesburg Gauteng, 1619, South Africa

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Zonke Shipping & Logistics Pty LtdUnclaimed

Edenvale, South Africa

Edenvale, 1610, South Africa

Freight Forwarders

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Johannesburg, South Africa

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Frequently asked questions

Which South African ports do freight forwarders use?: Durban is the largest and busiest container port in Sub-Saharan Africa, followed by Cape Town and Ngqura (Coega); Richards Bay and Saldanha handle bulk exports. Air cargo moves primarily through Johannesburg (JNB) and Cape Town (CPT).
Can South Africa forwarders arrange cross-border road freight?: Yes. Road freight into the SADC region — Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Mozambique, the DRC, and beyond — is a core service, including transit customs and border documentation. Post a freight request with your route for quotes.
How does customs clearance work in South Africa?: Imports and exports are declared to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) via its electronic system, with a licensed clearing agent managing classification, duties, and permits. Most forwarders on CargoLinked provide clearing in-house.