The Border Management Authority said it prioritises law enforcement activities at all ports of entry.
The latest Red Sea attack from the sea and air has heightened security concerns in the region.
Cargo Integrity Group emphasises that shippers have a legal and moral obligation.
The partnership will bolster efforts to foster inclusive economic growth and improve the well-being of rural populations.
Ports within the region are vulnerable to trafficking in cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and cannabis.
"Criminals are highly organised and often know the contents of a container long before it’s even unpacked." – Dion Landman, GM at Secure One.
The shipping of oil-products around Cape Town has surged due to Red Sea crisis.
Business leaders expect import and export volumes to rise in the next 12 months.
