This article has been supplied and will be available for a limited time only on this website. The International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) Young Logistics Professionals (YLP) South Africa 2026 winner Sinazo Nogwebela’s submission is a highly commended research document demonstrating how professional excellence, integrated logistics and strong compliance can strengthen trade, industrial competitiveness and economic resilience.
Sinazo, a Key Account Consultant | Imports and Exports - Ocean at C. Steinweg Bridge, is South Africa’s Award Winner 2026 in the prestigious FIATA YLP 2026. The award recognises emerging logistics professionals who demonstrate exceptional technical knowledge, analytical capability and the potential to contribute meaningfully to the future of the freight forwarding, logistics and supply chain profession. Sinazo distinguished herself through an outstanding submission that showcased both academic excellence and practical industry insight.
The Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has placed the outstanding achievement of Sinazo Nogwebela at the centre of its call for a unified industry commitment to developing the next generation of freight and logistics leaders. SAAFF’s Chief Executive Officer Dr Juanita Maree announced that; “In recognition of Sinazo’s achievements, SAAFF and Global Maritime Legal Solutions (GMLS) will co-sponsor Sinazo’s FIATA Higher Diploma in Supply Chain Management, the sponsorship represents a practical investment in her continued development and will enable her to deepen her expertise and leadership capacity within the profession.”
