International Freight Management

Global Shipping, African Expertise.

Customs clearing, freight forwarding and shipping to Africa, America, Asia, Australia and Europe — efficiently, timely and competitively.

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Door-to-Door. Every Time.

We Move Your World.

Fast, reliable multimodal transport via air, sea, road and rail. Containerised, break bulk and sensitive shipments handled with precision and care.

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Our Home — Gaborone, Botswana

Zebra Shipping. Proudly Motswana.

Wholly citizen-owned and led — headquartered at Gaborone International Commerce Park. 32+ years of trusted freight management serving Africa and the world.

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Trusted by UN Agencies & Governments

Partners of World Leaders.

Proven track record with UNDP, UNICEF, SADC, ADB and key Botswana government clients. Awarded Certificate of Appreciation from Botswana Railways.

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32+Years Experience
50+Countries Served
10K+Shipments Done
100%Citizen Owned
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What We Do

Comprehensive Freight Solutions

From customs clearing to door-to-door delivery — we handle every link in your supply chain with precision, speed and care.

Air Freight
Air Freight

Time-critical air cargo services with real-time satellite tracking via Argus+. EX-Works, FOB and CIF terms handled with full documentation support.

Sea Freight
Sea Freight

Containerised, break bulk and sensitive shipments by sea. Full FCL and LCL options. Competitive rates to all major ports across Africa, Caribbean and beyond.

Road Transport
Road Transport

In-house fleet of 1T, 4T and 8T trucks. Citizen-owned transport partners engaged for larger regional consignments.

Customs Clearing
Customs Clearing

Electronically linked to BURS and live-connected to SARS for real-time declaration submission and approval. Faster, error-free clearance every time.

Bonded Warehousing
Bonded Warehousing

Registered with the Customs Department for secure storage pending clearance, duty and VAT. General warehousing space also available.

Freight Forwarding
Global Freight Forwarding

Worldwide logistics management through our global partner network. Handling highly sensitive cargo via trusted worldwide representatives.

Professional Memberships & Accreditations

Botswana Clearing & Freight Forwarding Association | BOCCIM & Business Botswana | CPN Cargo Power Network | Botswana Railways — Certificate of Appreciation | UNDP Approved Vendor | UNICEF Approved Vendor | SADC Partner | African Development Bank Partner | Botswana Clearing & Freight Forwarding Association | BOCCIM & Business Botswana | CPN Cargo Power Network | Botswana Railways — Certificate of Appreciation | UNDP Approved Vendor | UNICEF Approved Vendor | SADC Partner | African Development Bank Partner |
Zebra Shipping Operations Freight Team
32+ Years of
Excellence
Who We Are

Wholly Citizen-Owned.
Proudly Motswana.

Zebra Shipping is a wholly citizen-owned and led freight management company based in Botswana. Led by Mr. Oduetse Makgane — a seasoned Motswana professional with over 32 years in freight management — we maintain strong ties with major airlines and shipping organisations worldwide.

We proudly serve UNDP, UNICEF, SADC, the African Development Bank and key Botswana government clients with a personalised "door-to-door" approach on every sensitive and high-priority project.

🔒 Confidentiality
Protecting client information through secure account management and formal confidentiality agreements.
📡 Communication
ICT integration for real-time shipment tracking and full visibility across the supply chain.
⭐ Quality & Excellence
High service standards through teamwork, transparency and customer-oriented solutions.
💰 Competitiveness
Simple, cost-effective pricing while ensuring efficient, high-quality service at every stage.
Global Shipping Network
50+ Countries
5 Continents
32+ Years Exp.
Global Reach

We Ship to Every Corner

With 32+ years of experience we have built trusted networks and partnerships across every major shipping lane. Our global network spans 5 continents and 50+ countries.

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Africa
West, East & Southern Africa — Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana & more
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Caribbean
Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados, Guyana and all Caribbean islands
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Asia & Pacific
Australia, New Zealand, and key Asian logistics hubs
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Americas & Europe
USA, Canada, UK, and all European destinations
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Nigeria
West Africa
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South Africa
Southern Africa
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Botswana
Head Office
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Kenya
East Africa
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Jamaica
Caribbean
Zebra Shipping Fleet
4.5T Forklift
Capacity
Transport & Equipment

Built to Move Anything.

Our in-house fleet and handling equipment ensures every shipment is managed safely and efficiently — from warehouse to final destination.

1 Tonne Bakkie
Light local deliveries & collections
4 Tonne Truck
Medium consignments & inter-city freight
8 Tonne Truck
Heavy consignments & bulk loads
4.5T Forklift + Jack Trolleys + Pallets
Full warehouse handling equipment on-site
ICT & Technology

Powered by Smart Systems

We leverage world-class technology to deliver real-time cargo visibility and seamless paperless customs processing.

Argus+ Global Tracking

Satellite-linked global communication system providing real-time tracking and shipment history for every client consignment, anywhere in the world.

BURS Electronic Link

Fully electronically integrated with Botswana Unified Revenue Service for all customs declarations — eliminating errors and reducing processing time.

SARS Live Connection

Real-time live connection to the South African Revenue Service for faster, more efficient cross-border clearance with instant submission and approval.

Why Choose Us

The Zebra Advantage

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Proven Track Record

32+ years serving UNDP, UNICEF, SADC, ADB and the Government of Botswana. Recognised with a Certificate of Appreciation from Botswana Railways.

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100% Citizen-Owned

Proudly Motswana. Every shipment supports local ownership and Botswana's vision of a thriving citizen-led economy.

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Global Network

Trusted partnerships spanning Africa, America, Asia, Australia and Europe with worldwide representatives on the ground.

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Door-to-Door Service

Personalised handling from origin to final destination. We manage your cargo as if it were our own — every single time.

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Contact Information

Based in Gaborone, Botswana. Serving clients across 50+ countries with personalised freight solutions.

Address
Plot 75, Gaborone International Commerce Park
P.O. Box 501546, Gaborone, Botswana
Phone
(+267) 3923327
Fax
(+267) 3924913
Company Type
International Customs Clearing &
Freight Forwarding Company
Our Mission

"To offer clients freight management services comprising customs clearing, freight forwarding and shipping efficiently, timely and competitively."

Our Vision

"To become the first 100% citizen-owned billion Pula organisation and to be ranked among the top five organisations in freight forwarding worldwide."

Zebra Shipping — Plot 75, Gaborone ICP