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SAFI Membership is open and FREE to South African furniture manufacturers who are registered with the relevant Furniture Bargaining Council. Members join a national platform that encourages compliance, supports transformation, and helps businesses succeed in a competitive industry.

Member Benefits at a Glance


Membership with SAFI offers a range of valuable benefits designed to grow and support your business.

Export Information


The Export Information hub gives you the tools and insights you need to access regional and international markets. Export guidelines, documentation requirements, market trends, and trade opportunities. The practical knowledge you need to grow beyond local borders and secure international orders.

safi export
"In partnership with SAFI’s thought-leadership,

Trade Research Advisory has developed an evidence-based export strategy to strengthen the global competitiveness and long-term growth of South Africa’s furniture industry."

Dr. Martin Cameron

Job Postings


Hiring in a niche industry can be tough. The SAFI Employment Portal makes it easier:

  1. Access to a specialised talent pool within the furniture industry
  2. Search filters to target candidates who match your needs
  3. Simple, effective job posting
  4. Track applications and manage the process
  5. A space to showcase your brand, values, and opportunities

Cabinet Maker

Cabinet Maker, Carpenters and Joiners

Cape Town Contract
Fitting of furniture on board boats. Key Responsibilities: Assemble and install custom cabinetry. Reading drawings. Take verbal instructions from Supervisors...
Seaming/Overlocking/Double Needling

UPHOLSTERY SEAMSTRESS/STITCHER

Centurion Contract
Sewing and stitching upholstery fabrics for furniture. Cutting and preparing fabric according to patterns and measurements. Operating industrial sewing machines....
Maintenance Manager - Forestry Operations

Maintenance Manager – Forestry Operations

Cape Town Full_time
Maintenance manager - Forestry operations

Tenders


SAFI’s Tender Bulletin is a central hub for all government tenders relevant to the furniture industry. No more hunting across multiple sites to find opportunities that match what you make.

Public sector contracts for furniture, seating, office furniture, school furniture, and mattresses. All in one place, so you can move fast on opportunities that matter.

“Local manufacturers deserve a fair chance to compete for government work,” says Tracy Symons, Marketing Relationship Manager at SAFI.

University of KwaZulu-Natal Closing Soon

Supply and Delivery of Single Bed Sets and...

RFB UKZN 04-26R Sep 17, 2026 Documents Available
Housing Development Agency Closing Soon

Request for Proposal for the Appointment of Service...

HDA/KZN/2026/001 Sep 17, 2026 Documents Available
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Active

Refurbishment and Furnishing of Reserve Bank Boardroom.

BCMM/DDP/ARCH/1539/2026 Sep 22, 2026 Documents Available