South Africans have plenty of affordable options for couriering small parcels across the country, with prices starting from as little as R59.95.
For instance, some couriers offer store-to-door delivery options where parcels can be dropped into a bin or placed in a locker located at a convenient place such as a supermarket or petrol station.Due to already having logistical infrastructure and systems in place, many couriers also offer a store-to-store delivery option.
Pudo, a locker-to-locker service offered by The Courier Guy, is the second most affordable delivery option, starting at R60 for a 5kg package. Valoyi argued that although private postal and courier services have filled the gap left by the Post Office, it caters to all South Africans — especially those in lower-income segments.