KOKI Delivery, founded by Rumbidzo Herbet Marembo and Shamiso Fungura, was established in March 2023 as a logistics service provider headquartered in the Lin-gang New Area Special Free Trade Zone, Shanghai, China. The company offers innovative solutions in logistics, e-commerce, on-demand delivery, and warehouse fulfillment, with a focus on empowering the informal sector and fostering seamless trade relationships between China and Africa. A key component of KOKI Delivery’s operations is its subsidiary, Shanghai International Hazmat Logistics (SIHL), which specializes in the safe transportation of dangerous goods worldwide, addressing a critical need in industries such as lithium batteries, new energy, pharmaceutical intermediates, pesticides, fertilizers, fine chemicals, paints, and coatings, just to name a few. By combining innovative logistics solutions with expertise in hazardous materials transportation, KOKI Delivery is well-positioned to address the unique challenges of international trade between China and Africa, particularly in sectors that require specialized handling and transportation.
Key Achievements
KOKI Delivery has achieved remarkable milestones in its short history. Since its establishment, we have created subsidiaries Loyal Squire Pvt. Ltd (Zimbabwe, 2021) and Loyal Squire South Africa (2022), strengthening trade networks across Africa. Our achievements include participation in the 2nd and 3rd China-Africa Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competitions (2023 and 2024), where we secured 3rd and 2nd prizes, respectively.
Our entrepreneurial journey has been recognized internationally: China Daily, CGTN and Shanghai Eye showcased us through detailed video features and radio broadcasts, available on YouTube and WeChat. KOKI Delivery’s innovative e-commerce platform enables people to buy and sell products effortlessly, while our diverse payment options—covering systems like EcoCash, Inbucks, cash, and bank transfers across Zimbabwe, South Africa, and China—have facilitated financial inclusion.
Additionally, we actively empower small businesses and the informal sector by providing tools and opportunities for entrepreneurs to expand their reach and thrive within the global economy, fostering sustainable growth and inclusion.
(https://youtu.be/phP96Efm4xQ?si=hPGW–8rdO6uVLDe (China Daily video))
(https://youtu.be/Ge-q9tirn_8?si=vZmFkbaYhn3hIMYb (Shanghai Eye video))
Community Impact
KOKI Delivery drives meaningful social impact through solutions that empower small businesses and farmers in Zimbabwe and Africa at large. Recognizing the critical role of resources like lithium and agricultural chemicals, SIHL ensures safe global transport of hazardous goods needed for agriculture and economic sustenance.
By leveraging technology and innovation, we enable access to products and markets, fostering growth for informal sectors and building trade bridges. Our commitment to Africa’s development inspires our mission to create mutually beneficial networks between Africa, China, and beyond.
Vision for the Future
KOKI Delivery aspires to redefine logistics and trade between Africa and China, highlighting Africa’s untapped resources. Through sustainable practices, innovation, and collaboration, we aim to empower small-scale business owners and industrial giants alike, driving economic growth. By leveraging our four pillars, we are committed to placing Africa on the map and reshaping global trade dynamics.