Prohibited & restricted items

Listing any of these can get you removed and reported. Naartjie may remove any listing at its discretion and report suspected illegal activity to the South African Police Service or other authorities. When in doubt, don't list it.

Prohibited & restricted items

Part of the Terms of Use · Last updated: 1 October 2026

Never allowed

The following may never be listed on Naartjie:

Firearms, ammunition, and weapon parts
Knives or weapons marketed for harm
Illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia
Counterfeit, replica or pirated goods
Stolen or unlawfully obtained property
Human body parts, organs, or remains
Endangered species, ivory, or protected wildlife products
Pornographic or sexually explicit material
Hateful, extremist, or violent material
Government IDs, passports, or official documents
Stolen account credentials or personal data
Hacking tools, malware, or skimming devices
Hazardous, toxic, or recalled goods
Tobacco and vaping products sold to minors
Lottery tickets, gambling, or pyramid schemes
Vehicles, trailers, boats and property — for example cars, bakkies and motorbikes, or homes, flats, rooms and land for sale or rent. Parts, accessories and overlanding gear are fine.
Photos showing a child's face. Sell the clothes, the pram or the toy — not the child. Please don't include children's faces in photos.
Anything whose sale is unlawful in South Africa

Restricted — conditions apply

These may only be listed if you hold the required licence or meet the legal conditions. You are responsible for compliance:

Alcohol — only with a valid liquor licence; never to anyone under 18.
Medicines & health products — no prescription medicines; regulated products must comply with SAHPRA rules.
Food — home-made or perishable food must meet health and labelling requirements.
Live animals — only where lawful and humane; comply with the Animals Protection Act and SPCA guidance. No endangered or protected species.
Cosmetics & supplements — must be genuine, sealed, and within expiry.
Tickets — only where resale is permitted by the event organiser.

Why these rules exist

Naartjie is a venue that connects neighbours. These rules keep the community safe and the platform compliant with South African law. They form part of our Terms of Use and Community Guidelines.

Report a listing

Use the report control on any listing, or email support@naartjie.co.za. If you've been sold stolen or counterfeit goods, also report it to the SAPS.