Membership
About Members
Members of AMIE have insight into reliable statistics, ongoing policy negotiations, and lobbying in the meat import and export realm in South Africa. Whether you are a local manufacturer, producer, other stakeholders, or an international interested party, AMIE provides clarity and transparency. Our members include lamb-, beef-, pork and poultry importers and exporters, producers, and other members of the import-export value chain.
The Association of Meat Importers and Exporters represents a fast-moving and influential community shaping the future of South Africa’s meat and poultry trade.
We protect the interests of our members through active industry engagement and strategic advocacy. AMIE is recognised by government and industry partners as a trusted voice that drives reform, supports fair competition, and strengthens food security.
Joining AMIE means becoming part of a dynamic network that is working to open markets, remove barriers, and create real commercial opportunities.
WHY DOES MEMBERSHIP MATTER?
- Market access delays are threatening exports
- Import permit uncertainty continues to impact trade
- Port inefficiencies are increasing costs
- Industry representation has never been more important
AMIE Members gain access to benefits including:
- Direct industry representation with government authorities
- Early visibility on market access developments
- Trade and SPS issue escalation support
- Industry intelligence and regulatory updates
- Participation in strategic industry working groups
Fees
Initial Subscription:
Once-off fee for all new members: ZAR 8,000.00 (Eight Thousand Rand)
Annual Renewal Fees:
- Ordinary Members (base on the number of containers processed annually):
– 259 fcl: ZAR 20, 000.00 (Twenty Thousand Rand)
– 500 fcl: ZAR 30, 000.00 (Thirty Thousand Rand)
– 501+ fcl: ZAR 50, 000.00 (Fifty Thousand Rand) - Associate Members:
ZAR 30, 000.00 (Thirty Thousand Rand)
Constitution
To ensure good governance, executive oversight, and good conduct, all AMIE members adhere to the AMIE Constitution.
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When you apply to the Executive Committee of AMIE for admission to membership, you accept and undertake to observe and be bound by the provisions of the Constitution, the by-laws of the Association, and to further the objectives of the Association. Should a member not observe all relevant legislation or fall 90 days or more in arrears with statutory levies, the Executive Committee has the right to suspend membership until the situation is satisfactorily remedied.