Mukubagold Merchants was established to facilitate effortless access to premium South African products for both individuals and commercial entities in Zambia. What began as an altruistic endeavour by our foundersâassisting friends and colleagues in sourcing high-quality goodsârevealed a broader market challenge: buyers frequently encounter multinational distributor restrictions, cross-border paperwork hurdles, and payment trust barriers.
In response, Mukubagold Merchants serves as an essential conduit. We connect local non-exporting South African suppliers with clients across Zambia, negotiating bulk discounts, securing SADC duty preference certificates, and managing end-to-end transport logistics.
To be our clients' dependable eyes and ears within the procurement landscape, providing a superior vantage point that meticulously optimizes price, quality, and value across the entire Southern African supply chain.
To serve as a dedicated procurement partnerâproactively orchestrating every facet of the supply chain to secure optimal pricing, unwavering quality, and steadfast reliability. We transform sourcing ambiguities into actionable solutions.
We adopt a 'can-do' attitude, never dismissing responsibilities as outside our scope.
We continuously strive for superior performance; settling for 'good enough' is never an option.
No concealed costs and no unforeseen surprises; you see exactly what we see.
We anticipate supply chain bottlenecks and resolve issues before they impact operations.
We identify optimal factory solutions, delivering unwavering confidence.
Direct supplier identity verification and quality audits protect you from scams or default.
We implement rigorous custody protocols to safeguard client assets as if they were our own.
Your brand is our commitment. When you shine, we shine in partnership.
Combining 40+ cumulative years of expertise in finance, accounting, supply chain logistics, and cross-border transport.
Founder & Director
Naomi leverages her extensive finance background to structure transparent pricing, manage currency conversions, and ensure secure transaction escrow for all cross-border trades.
Founder & Supply Chain Consultant
Mwelwa specializes in factory sourcing, supplier negotiations, SADC duty preference optimization, and risk mitigation across regional transport corridors.
Logistics Director & Fleet Owner
Humphrey oversees distribution fleet operations, driver safety protocols, load securing, border post transit speed, and fleet maintenance.
Clearing & logistics agents stationed in Johannesburg and Durban port.
Dedicated clearing agents at Chirundu, Beitbridge, Kasumbalesa, and regional ports.
Central receiving & dispatch warehouse in Lusaka for safe client distribution.
Direct accounts with tier-1 South African manufacturers and global B2B platforms.
Adhering strictly to the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) of 1993 (South Africa) to safeguard assets and cargo.
| Activity | Identified Risks | Risk Control Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Custody of Goods | Break-in, Theft, Looting | Access control, perimeter security, 24/7 CCTV at Gauteng & Lusaka warehouses. |
| Cross-Border Travel | Road accidents, Driver fatigue | Vehicle service records, en-route overnight driver lodging, check-in tracking. |
| Site Visits & Audit | Trips, Falls, Industrial hazards | Pre-visit risk assessment, mandatory PPE gear provided prior to site entry. |
Let us manage your next South African sourcing batch with total transparency.
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