About Arbalest
Arbalest is an IT and telecommunications distributor based in Johannesburg that services both the South African and Namibian markets.
We are the provider of choice for device distribution, offering beginning-to-end hands on experience for their customers. With expertise in device distribution and solutions development, we ensure that our customers benefit from tailored offerings designed to meet their particular market needs.
From our humble inception in 2007, today Arbalest comprises of a dedicated team of professionals who strive to meet the highest standards of service delivery, innovation and total customer satisfaction.


“Arbalest have recently moved their Supply Chain requirements to RAM .We are delighted to see the rapid growth in their product distribution, a result attributed to their staff’s constant commitment to satisfying their customers ever changing requirements.”
Archie Vermeulen(Managing Director) - RAM
“Arbalest has proven to be a partner we trust and rely on. They always go the extra mile to help us achieve our goals and are a pleasure to work with.”
Theolin Moodley(Product Manager) - Internet Solutions
“Robtronics currently looks after Arbalest after sales service
We really enjoy the working relationship and endeavor to push their sales from a product perspective
The branded products they distribute carry a high standard of quality and allow for reliability in our local market”
Mark Robbins(Managing Director) Robotronics PTY LTD
“Cellucity have built a relationship with Arbalest over many years and I can honestly say it has been such a pleasure. From the beginning Jason and his team have been professional, provided exceptional service and above all have shown that their clients are as important to them as ours are to us. Jason and the team are always at hand to assist us with queries, promotions and information – nothing seems to be to much to ask from them.”
Frankie(Online Guru) Cellucity
“Arbalest has proven to be a partner we trust and rely on. They are super passionate, and always go the extra mile to help us achieve our goals – a pleasure to work with.”
Kim Clark(Senior Buyer) TFG
Just wanted to say thank you very much for the great service you gave me. I will still be buying your brand and recommending it to everyone as it is the best. Great service, friendly staff, understand exactly what is needed. Best of all putting a smile in my day. My daughter even says “Thank you Aunty Robyn, Uncle Paul and Uncle Jason”, you made her day!
Eugene Du PlessisCustomer
Our family
CUBOT

CUBOT is a global brand that provides full featured high-quality smartphones at an affordable price. The brand is available in Europe, South America, Middle East, Russia and now South Africa. It was founded in China by the Shenzhen Huafurui technology Company in 2004.
Kingmax

Kingmax is a world-renowned professional manufacturer of RAM modules and memory cards, KINGMAX Group has prided itself as a leader in the memory storage industry ever since it was founded in Taiwan in 1989.
ZTE Corporation

ZTE Corporation is a global leader in telecommunications and information technology. Founded in 1985 and listed on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company has been committed to providing integrated end-to-end innovations to deliver excellence and value to consumers, carriers, businesses and public sector customers from over 160 countries around the world to enable increased connectivity and productivity.
Blackview

Blackview is a well-known brand which designs, produces and sells quality phones. All their products are subject to strict high standards and high-quality testing processes to ensure that every user has the best experience possible. Blackview phones have competitive pricing, and their products are available in Russia, Ukraine, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Czech Republic, Greece, Algeria, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Laos and other locations. Their focus is on "Rugged Outdoor Smartphones" and their range has a MIL-STD-810G Certification, which makes them Military grade phones suited to the requirements of Africa.
Ulefone

Uefone is one of the biggest manufacturers of high-quality mobile devices and accessories in China. Ulefone has a unique Underwater Photography feature. Arbalest is the exclusive distributor for South Africa.


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Become A Reseller
Arbalest owns the South African sole distribution rights for many popular IT and telecommunication brands, making us the ‘Go To’ for device distribution in South Africa. With this in mind it makes sense to partner with us and use our market knowledge and connections to increase sales in your retail space. Become a reseller of one or more of our top selling brands and get competitive wholesale prices from us.
To apply, please fill in the application form HERE and send completed form to sales@arbalest.co.za
You can view our Warranty policy HERE
Causes We Support
Smile Foundation
We donate care packages to the Smile Foundation. Smile Foundation is a South African non-governmental organisation with a comprehensive healthcare vision for children living with facial conditions. Smile Foundation together with the country’s Academic Hospitals work together to put the smile back onto children’s faces with corrective facial reconstructive surgery and treatments.
SANCCOB
We donate rugged smartphones to the SANCCOB. SANCCOB is a registered non-profit organisation whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds – especially endangered species like the African penguin.
Rocky
We adopted Rocky from SANCCOB! Our contribution will ensure Rocky and her friends get all the food and care they need to happily live out their lives in their home pen.
Steve
We adopted Steve from SANCCOB! Our contribution will ensure Steve and his friends get all the food and care they need to happily live out their lives in their home pen.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Arbalest (Pty) Ltd
First Floor, Syringa Building
The Avenues Office Park
45 Homestead Road, Rivonia, 2191
+27 (0)11 783-6108
sales@arbalest.co.za