Southern Africa’s sole distributor of mitsubishi forklifts
We are a proud B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor with over 60% direct black shareholding, which means that we are 135% compliant and we contribute twice our customers' procurement scorecard, meaning a net recognition of 270% on their scorecards. To our knowledge, we are the only OEM in South Africa to offer this unique procurement recognition.
Masslift Africa
The Leading Provider of Mitsubishi Forklifts in Southern Africa.
Masslift Africa is the leading provider of Mitsubishi forklifts in Southern Africa. We offer a wide range of reliable and cost-efficient forklifts with exceptional customer service. As the sole distributor of Mitsubishi forklifts in Southern Africa, we have an extensive footprint and a headquarters in South Africa, making us the top choice for forklifts in the region.
Masslift Africa is a leading provider of forklift products, services, and maintenance with an extensive footprint throughout Southern Africa.
B-BBEE Level 1
B-BBEE Level
We are B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor with over 60% direct black shareholding and over 20% black female shareholding, allowing customers to claim 270% on procurement spend.
'Masslift Ninja' culture
'Masslift Ninja' culture
Our unique 'Masslift Ninja' culture is focused on high-performance, workplace transformation, and fostering a team of committed, empowered, and skilled individuals.
Built for the African market
Built for the African market
Our product range is built for the African market, reliable and cost-effective, making them a great choice for businesses of all sizes.
Forklifts for Sale
Masslift Africa is the premier destination for new forklifts in Southern Africa, offering over 170 different models, including diesel, electric, and LPG-petrol options ranging from 1.5 tons to 20 tons.
As the exclusive provider of Mitsubishi forklifts in Southern Africa, we deliver exceptional quality and reliability, supplying one of the broadest ranges of forklifts available, from pallet trucks to heavy-duty forklifts.
Trust Masslift Africa for top-quality forklifts that ensure smooth and efficient operations, making us the go-to choice for all your material handling needs.
Hire a Forklift
We offer a wide range of quality-approved and warranty-backed forklift rentals, serving Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Nelspruit and other areas across Southern Africa, with flexible rental options for both short-term (daily, weekly, or monthly) and long-term (1 to 10 years) needs.
Our customisable rental periods ensure you get the most value and convenience, with competitive prices and a commitment to service excellence, including 4-hour response times on all service plans, guaranteeing minimal downtime.
With a vast rental fleet and expert guidance, Masslift Africa helps you select the right forklift for any job, ensuring smooth and efficient operations throughout your rental period.
Used Forklifts For Sale
Masslift Africa offers a wide selection of ex-rental, trade-in, and second-hand forklifts, all workshop tested and serviced to ensure they are ready for their next job.
We provide comprehensive evaluations of new and existing forklifts and warehousing equipment, helping you decide whether to replace or repair equipment nearing the end of its lifecycle, with stock availability, pricing, condition reports, and photos available upon request.
Our dependable, affordable used Mitsubishi forklifts meet high performance standards, offering internal combustion and electric options, all quality-approved and warranty-backed, ensuring your business invests in reliable products from legitimate and experienced industry professionals.
Servicing, Maintenance and OEM Parts
At Masslift Africa, we specialise in repairing and maintaining all types of forklifts, including diesel, electric, and warehouse models, with experienced technicians handling various issues such as mast repairs, steering repairs, and starting problems.
Our service excellence is demonstrated through tailored packages like AIM (All In Maintenance), 3-year Service Plan, and PMA (Preventative Maintenance Agreement), offering benefits such as guaranteed 4-hour breakdown response time, reduced labour rates, 6-month warranty on parts and labour, and 24-hour on-call service.
As the sole distributor of Mitsubishi forklifts in Southern Africa, we provide genuine Mitsubishi parts and a variety of other options to ensure your forklifts run smoothly and efficiently, supported by our 24/7 emergency breakdown assistance.
Explore Our Forklifts
I started working at Masslift in May 2017. Masslift is a company that truly puts people first—both the team and the customers. The job is always challenging, which keeps me busy and on my toes. It constantly pushes me to grow, not just within the company, but as a person too
A key highlight of my journey at the company has been taking on a leadership role in the Sales admin department, particularly in guiding and supporting the sales team to drive growth in a positive, collaborative environment. One of my top priorities has always been ensuring my team feels happy and appreciated, as I believe this directly contributes to our success.
Celebrating the small wins along the way is something I truly value, as it keeps everyone motivated and focused. I’ve been proud to help the sales team to exceed targets that have contributed to the company’s overall performance. Along the way, I’ve also experienced a lot of personal development, particularly in strategic decision-making and cross-department collaboration. Most importantly, I’ve enjoyed helping strengthen my team, ensuring that everyone feels supported while working toward shared goals.
Empowering Future Talent at Masslift Africa
At Masslift Africa, we are committed to developing the next generation of skilled professionals. In this video, meet Hlanganane Madibela, one of our talented apprentices, as she shares her journey of growth and opportunity within our apprenticeship programme.
Through hands-on experience and industry-leading training, Hlanganane is building a strong foundation for a successful future in the material handling industry. Her advice to aspiring professionals? Embrace the opportunities, learn with confidence, and take charge of your career path.
Watch her inspiring story and discover how Masslift Africa is shaping the future of skilled talent.
New Generation Mitsubishi Grendia Forklift Launch
As we reflect on the celebration of the New Generation Grendia Mitsubishi Forklift launch. Our hearts are filled with gratitude and humility.
Thank you for over two decades of support for the old Grendia model and for the overwhelming amount of support with the New Generation Grendia.