Built in Tanzania, Trusted Along Every Corridor We Serve

Skystars Freight Limited is a clearing and forwarding agent founded to make cross-border trade in East Africa simpler for the businesses that depend on it.

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Our Story

From a Two-Desk Clearing Office to a Full-Service Freight House

Skystars Freight Limited began as a small clearing desk near Dar es Salaam Port, filing declarations for a handful of local importers. As Tanzania's trade volumes grew, we grew alongside them — adding sea and air freight forwarding, inland haulage, and warehousing.

Our Vision, Mission & Values

What drives us forward and shapes our identity as an organization.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide seamless, cost-effective, and Eco-friendly logistics services that connect markets and foster global trade.

  • Deliver tailored logistics solutions with exceptional efficiency.
  • Leverage technology to enhance transparency and speed.

Our Vision

To be a globally recognized leader in logistics, offering innovative and sustainable freight solutions that empower businesses and drive economic growth.

  • Streamline international trade through cutting-edge logistics.
  • Build long-lasting relationships based on trust and efficiency.
  • Pioneer digital transformation in the freight industry.

Our Values

At the heart of our operations lie principles that guide our actions and decisions.

  • Integrity: We uphold transparency and ethical business practices.
  • Customer Commitment: Prioritizing clients' needs with exceptional service.
  • Innovation: Adapting cutting-edge solutions for seamless logistics.
  • Sustainability: Promoting eco-friendly logistics to protect our planet.
  • Teamwork: Fostering collaboration for shared success.
Our Journey

Milestones Along the Way

2013

Clearing Desk Opens Near the Port

Skystars Freight begins operations as a customs clearing agent serving local importers in Dar es Salaam.

2016

Sea Freight Forwarding Added

We begin booking FCL and LCL shipments directly with shipping lines, extending service beyond clearing alone.

2019

Air Cargo Desk at JNIA

A dedicated air freight team is established to handle time-sensitive cargo through Julius Nyerere International Airport.

2021

Bonded Warehouse Partnership

We partner with a bonded warehouse facility near the port to support consolidation and short-term storage.

2024

Regional Haulage Network

Our trucking partnerships expand to cover the Central and Northern Corridors into six neighbouring countries.

Our People

The Team Behind Every Clearance

A small, experienced team of licensed clearing officers and logistics coordinators who know the port procedures inside out.

Portrait of Erick Mwakalinga, Managing Director

Erick Mwakalinga

Managing Director

Portrait of Grace Mushi, Head of Customs Compliance

Grace Mushi

Head of Customs Compliance

Portrait of Daniel Komba, Operations Manager, Sea & Air Freight

Daniel Komba

Operations Manager, Sea & Air Freight

Portrait of Aisha Rajabu, Client Relations Lead

Aisha Rajabu

Client Relations Lead

Portrait of Salum Maembe, Information Technology Officer

Salum Maembe

Information Technology Officer

Want to Know More About Working With Us?

Reach out and one of our clearing officers will walk you through the process for your specific cargo type.

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