DHL to transport MallforAfrica products to US markets

October 6, 2017: One of the leading international express services providers, DHL Express has recently announced its partnership with e-commerce company MallforAfrica, for transporting products for the US markets.

The made-in-Africa products will be made available through eBay platform powered by MallforAfrica to the customers in the United States.

Through this partnership, DHL locations will serve as drop-off points for products destined for consumers in the United States. This will be the first time businesses in Africa can sell their locally manufactured products directly on eBay.

DHL Express currently handles inbound express delivery for MallforAfrica and has enabled its customers importing from the US to receive their packages seamlessly in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Ghana. This is a watershed partnership for African businesses as it allows them an avenue to trade on the global stage.

“We have been partners with DHL Express for many years and have tremendous trust in their ability to ship to our customers. Both companies have a common goal of seeing African e-commerce businesses thrive on the global stage. We want to contribute to the future of e-commerce growth, African cross-border sales and most importantly, improve the lives of African artisanal arts, designs, crafts and more,” said Chris Folayan, CEO, MallforAfrica.

“We are proud to be playing a crucial role in connecting African artists with American customers through MallforAfrica.  We look forward to supporting local artisans across Africa sell into America. ‘Brand Africa’ is something that has increased exponentially in popularity in recent years, and this platform allows businesses to capitalise on international opportunities through seamless international trade,” added Randy Buday, regional director West and Central Africa, DHL Express.

MallforAfrica is Africa’s largest e-commerce enabler, providing Africans with a platform through which they can purchase items directly from over 200 international online retailers, such as Macy’s, eBay, Ralph Lauren, Net-a-Porter, Carters, GAP, and FarFetch – brands that, would otherwise be inaccessible to the African consumers. By managing every aspect of the order and return cycle, the MallforAfrica app offers its customers a simple, secure and convenient solution to online shopping.