Corporate gifts

Corporate gifts in South Africa: prices, branding and gift rules

Updated 4 November 2026

In South Africa, a branded pen or lip balm costs about R 23 to R 159, a gift set or hamper about R 190 to R 535, and premium gift sets or awards from about R 531. These are approximate prices, according to sellers' websites in November 2026. For quotes that match your number of gifts and budget, post a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Gift rules and what to check

Many companies have gift policies that cap the value of gifts and rule out cash, and Corruption Watch's gift guidelines list cash gifts among the things to avoid. Gifts to public officials follow the Treasury Regulations, which cover gifts and donations. One Gauteng government document defines a corporate gift as one bearing the company's logo, so check the recipient's rules before you order. Suppliers bidding for government work must register on the Central Supplier Database.

Season and timing

Summer runs from December to February, and end-of-year gifting is the main peak. Order in November so that branding and delivery are in place before December. Ask the seller for the production time in working days and a delivery date for the office you need.

Delivery and branding

Ask whether the price includes your logo, packing and delivery to Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town or Gqeberha. For several offices, give the delivery address for each one. Listings show custom-logo items priced for a quantity, such as 25 pieces, so ask for the price at the number you need, not for a single item.

What to write in your request

Give the number of gifts, the budget per gift in rand, who the gifts are for, the occasion and the date they are needed by. Say whether you want your logo on them, how they should be packed and which city they go to. Mention the contents you prefer, such as food, drinks or stationery, so sellers can offer the right set.

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