Transforming a house into a home begins with selecting furniture that exudes character and charm. Few choices rival the authenticity and craftsmanship of hand-crafted cane furniture from Malawian artisans. Each piece, meticulously woven from natural cane fibre, bamboo and blue gum, not only promises durability but also seamlessly blends indoor comfort with outdoor resilience.
Cape Town-based Malawi Furniture has been importing these lovely pieces of furniture since 2016 for the South African market to enjoy. According to Ryan Roberts, the Director of Malfurn (the holding company of Malawi Furniture), what began as a modest venture alongside his main focus, DeskStand, quickly blossomed into a standout player in the furniture industry.
Partnering with Payfast by Network for ecommerce payments
Critical to Malawi Furniture’s ascent in the industry are strategic partnerships, none more impactful than their collaboration with Payfast by Network. As a leading online payment gateway, Payfast offers a seamless transaction experience, accommodating a wide array of payment preferences—from cards to Instant EFT, SnapScan and Zapper. This flexibility has been instrumental in Malawi Furniture’s ability to effectively cater to diverse customer needs.
Beyond transactional support, Payfast’s Easy Advance business funding service has been pivotal in Malawi Furniture’s growth trajectory. This innovative funding solution provides accessible capital directly linked to sales revenue. For Ryan Roberts and his team, the swift application process, rapid access to funds and favourable payment terms have been instrumental in managing working capital efficiently and scaling operations sustainably.
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