About Guliwe Invest

Executive Summary

Guliwe Invest (Pty) Ltd is a premier physical oil and gas trading company headquartered in Sandton, South Africa, with operations and supply channels spanning Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

We specialize in the sourcing, trading, logistics, and delivery of refined petroleum products, including diesel (10ppm and 50ppm), gasoline, jet fuel, and other bulk commodities. Guliwe also trades select mineral and agricultural commodities, leveraging its logistics network and strategic partnerships.

Operating with the ambition and precision of global giants like Trafigura, Gunvor, and Vitol, Guliwe Invest maintains agility, efficiency, and compliance through a highly skilled team and robust risk management framework.

Vision

To be Africa's leading independent oil, gas, and commodity trading company with global credibility and influence.

Mission

To provide reliable, competitive fuel and commodity trading services
To foster partnerships built on trust, performance, and shared growth
To deploy strategic market intelligence for profitable, ethical trading
To contribute meaningfully to Africa's energy security and economic development

Strategic Edge

What sets us apart in the competitive global trading landscape

Deal Execution Speed

Agile and lean operation enables rapid deployment and market response

Compliance Culture

Full adherence to KYC, AML, and environmental standards

Infrastructure Network

Access to tank farms, pipelines, and depots via partnerships

Financial Strength

Strong credit lines and financing relationships

Our Reach

A Global Network
Anchored in Africa

From our Sandton headquarters, we operate trading desks, supply channels, and physical partnerships spanning four continents.

Continents

African Markets

Middle East Hubs

Asian Partners

Headquarters

Trading Hub

Market & Supply

Regulatory Standing

Licensing & Compliance

Authorised, audited and accountable across every jurisdiction in which we operate — underwritten by South Africa's principal trade, energy and revenue authorities.

DMRE

Fuel Wholesale Licence

Issued under the Petroleum Products Act by the Department of Mineral Resources & Energy — authorising wholesale trade, storage and distribution of petroleum products throughout the Republic.

ITAC

Import & Export Permits

Registered with the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa for the lawful importation and exportation of controlled commodities, fuels and strategic goods.

SARS

Customs & Excise Code

Holder of a SARS Customs Client Code with Excise registration — ensuring full duty, VAT and cross-border tax compliance on every cargo we move.

All licences and registrations are current, in good standing, and verifiable on request through the issuing authorities.

ESG and Sustainability

Committed to responsible trading and sustainable business practices

Environmental

Partnering with low-sulphur, clean fuel producers and supporting clean energy transitions through trade

Social

Promoting diversity, local hiring, and enterprise development across our operational footprint

Governance

Maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance, transparency, and ethical trading practices