The Gateway to
Doing Business
With Africa.
We bridge global markets to Africa's vast resource base — managing the full trade cycle from mandate origination and compliance to multi-modal logistics, supply chain aggregation, and last-mile delivery across 54 nations.
Built From the
Ground Up,
Across Africa.
We are a Pan-African trade facilitation firm headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya — founded and led by operators with direct, boots-on-ground experience moving commodities across the continent. Not consultants. Not intermediaries from afar. Trade practitioners who have done the work.
Our roots trace to 2014, when our founder established Wafalme Logistics and Transport Solutions — one of Kenya's early logistics technology ventures, recognised by USAID in 2017 as a top solution for post-harvest supply chain challenges in Tanzania.
Since then, our team has physically managed copper cathode movements from the DRC's Kolwezi mines to Dar es Salaam Port, executed gold verification mandates across Sierra Leone, Kenya and Uganda, and expanded trade corridors across East and Central Africa.
We bring that lived operational knowledge — combined with structured financial documentation, compliance rigour, and a wide network of regional relationships — to every mandate we take on.
Our Full Services →Pan-African Reach
Active across EAC, ECOWAS, SADC, COMESA, and CEMAC — with verified on-ground relationships in key commodity corridors.
Minerals Track Record
Direct operational experience in copper cathode logistics (Kolwezi–Dar es Salaam) and gold mandate verification across three countries.
End-to-End Coverage
From mandate origination to port delivery — we manage every link in the chain with full documentation and auditability.
USAID Recognised
Our supply chain innovation was shortlisted by USAID in 2017 as a leading post-harvest logistics solution for East Africa.
A Nairobi-based trade and logistics specialist with over a decade of hands-on experience across African commodity corridors. Founded Wafalme Logistics in 2014, led live copper cathode operations from the DRC to export ports, and executed gold verification mandates across West and East Africa. Currently Director at Bandika IoT Ltd.
Operational Track Record
Present
Director — Bandika IoT Ltd, Nairobi
Leading business development and trade operations for a Pan-African IoT company serving connected device infrastructure across East and Central Africa.
Gold Mandate — Sierra Leone, Kenya & Uganda
Represented Lugymar in verifying the existence and extractability of gold across three African jurisdictions — conducting physical due diligence and counterparty verification.
Minerals Mandate · West & East Africa2023
Copper Cathode Operations — DRC to Dar es Salaam
Operations Team Lead at Notify Logistics, managing 11 trucks transporting copper cathode from Kolwezi, DRC to Dar es Salaam Port for onward shipping to China. Oversaw offloading in Lubumbashi and full cargo loading in Kolwezi.
Copper · DRC–Tanzania Corridor · Export to China2023
Managing Partner — Fork Freight
Led Fork Freight's expansion into the African market, developing freight partnerships and trade logistics solutions across the continent.
2018
Founder — Wafalme Logistics & Transport Solutions
Built a Nairobi-based logistics startup focused on supply chain technology and commodity transport. Shortlisted by USAID (2017) as a top contender for post-harvest loss solutions in Tanzania.
USAID Shortlisted · East Africa Post-Harvest Solutions 2017A Full Spectrum
of Trade Services.
Whether you are a global buyer seeking African resources, or an international supplier entering African markets — we are the single point of accountability that makes it happen.
Petroleum & Energy Imports
Facilitating the structured import of crude oil, refined petroleum products, LPG, diesel, jet fuel, and LNG into African markets with full compliance documentation.
- Crude oil & refined fuels
- LPG & liquefied natural gas
- Lubricants & petrochemicals
- Power generation fuel supply
Industrial Machinery & Equipment
Sourcing and importing heavy machinery, construction equipment, mining tools, and industrial plant from global OEMs into African infrastructure projects.
- Mining & extraction equipment
- Construction machinery
- Agricultural mechanisation
- Manufacturing plant & tools
Fertilizers & Agrochemicals
Supplying African farmers and agri-businesses with NPK fertilizers, urea, herbicides, pesticides, and seed inputs through strategic import programmes.
- Urea & NPK blends
- DAP & potassium inputs
- Crop protection chemicals
- Government subsidy programmes
Agricultural Commodity Export
Aggregating and exporting Africa's rich agricultural produce to global buyers with full traceability, quality certification, and logistics management.
- Cocoa, coffee & tea
- Cashews, sesame & macadamia
- Fresh produce & horticulture
- Grains, legumes & oilseeds
Minerals & Metals Export
Working with licensed mine operators and processors to bring African minerals to international commodity markets with full title chain and compliance verification.
- Gold, silver & platinum group
- Copper, cobalt & manganese
- Iron ore & coal
- Coltan, lithium & rare earths
Petroleum & Gas Exports
Supporting African producers and NOCs in connecting to global energy markets — from crude liftings to refined product offtake arrangements and spot trades.
- Crude oil liftings & offtake
- Natural gas & LNG export
- Carbon credits & clean energy
- NOC partnership facilitation
Mandate Origination
We hold, originate, and represent verified buying and selling mandates on behalf of principals — ensuring legitimate transactions that protect all parties involved.
- Seller & buyer mandate verification
- LOI, ICPO & BCL processing
- SPA & SBLC structuring
- FCO & SCO facilitation
Commercial Negotiations
Our seasoned trade negotiators represent principals at the table — structuring deals, resolving deadlocks, and securing commercially advantageous terms.
- Price & volume negotiations
- Incoterms structuring
- Off-take agreement design
- Government tender support
Market Entry Advisory
Strategic advisory for companies seeking to establish trade operations across Africa — covering market sizing, partnership identification, and entry frameworks.
- Country market assessments
- Distributor & partner sourcing
- AfCFTA market strategy
- Government relations support
Regulatory & Trade Compliance
Full management of the regulatory landscape — from import/export licensing and customs classification to origin certification and international trade law.
- Customs clearance management
- Certificate of origin (COO)
- Import/export licensing
- PVOC & SGS inspection
Supply Chain Aggregation
We consolidate fragmented supply chains across multiple producers, regions, and commodity types — delivering consistent, bankable volumes to international buyers.
- Multi-origin aggregation
- Warehouse & storage management
- Quality control & grading
- Inventory financing facilitation
Security & Risk Management
Protecting your cargo, personnel, and transaction integrity across high-risk corridors and complex operating environments throughout Africa.
- Cargo tracking & monitoring
- Armed escort & security logistics
- Political & operational risk advisory
- Transaction security structuring
What We Trade.
Spanning energy, minerals, agriculture, and manufactured goods — we manage the full breadth of African trade flows with specialised knowledge at every level.
↓ Into Africa — Imports
↑ Out of Africa — Exports
We Protect Your
Transaction
From Day One.
In African trade, the difference between success and loss is process integrity. We enforce rigorous protocols across every deal — protecting your capital, your cargo, and your reputation.
Mandate Verification
Every seller and buyer mandate is independently verified before engagement proceeds — eliminating fraud at the source.
Document Structuring
LOI, ICPO, BCL, FCO, SPA, SBLC, and DLC documentation prepared, reviewed, and managed to international banking standards.
Regulatory Compliance
Full customs, licensing, AfCFTA, WTO, and bilateral trade agreement compliance managed in-house across all corridors.
Security Logistics
Cargo security, personnel protection, armed escort coordination, and real-time tracking across all transit zones.
"Africa does not lack resources — it lacks trusted intermediaries who can structure, verify, and execute at international standards."— Wambugu Kamotho, Core Mandate
Moving Goods
Across a
Continent.
Africa's logistics landscape demands flexibility. We deploy road, rail, sea, and air in coordinated multimodal solutions — optimised for cost, speed, security, and compliance across every trade corridor.
Ocean Freight
FCL, LCL, and bulk vessel charters for large commodity movements across African port networks.
Air Freight
Time-critical and high-value cargo solutions via charter and commercial air across major African hubs.
Road Transport
Long-haul trucking, bonded haulage, and last-mile delivery across EAC, SADC, and ECOWAS road networks.
Rail & Inland
Standard gauge and metre gauge rail integration for bulk commodities and landlocked corridor access.
Five Regions.
One Partner.
Latest Insights
AI-curated analysis on African global trade, EXIM policy, commodity markets, and logistics corridors — updated twice weekly.
Ready to Trade
With Africa?
Tell us what you need. Whether you are importing, exporting, seeking a mandate partner, or exploring the African market — our team is ready to structure the path forward.