Our History

Our journey began in 1997 by providing foundational computing and technology services to local businesses and educational institutions which included some accompanying PC/Printer stationery and supplies. Driven by rapid growth and the evolving needs of our clients, Computer Arena was established and registered as a Closed Corp (No 2000/048732/23) in 2000 to manage our expanding Information and Communication Technology (ICT) division, while our professional consulting services continued to grow alongside it.

Over the next two decades, we recognised the growing demand for an integrated business support partner capable of delivering strategic consulting, business administration, technology solutions, and procurement services through a single trusted provider. This led to the strategic consolidation of our consulting expertise, specialised business services, e-commerce capabilities, and procurement operations.

Today, operating under the Arena Professional Services brand and formally incorporated as a private company in 2021, we serve as a comprehensive business solutions provider.

Our specialised divisions, including Computer Arena, Arena Business Services, Arena Stationery Supplies, and Arena Sports, deliver focused expertise while providing clients with the convenience of coordinated services through one trusted business partner.

Although our organisation has evolved significantly over more than 25 years, our core values, professional expertise, commitment to service excellence, and client-focused approach remain unchanged. We continue to build lasting partnerships by delivering practical solutions that help organisations grow, improve performance, and achieve sustainable success.

As part of this comprehensive offering, Arena Stationery Supplies was established to directly serve the specific needs of businesses and educational institutions. By leveraging our procurement expertise, we offer an economical bulk-buy model—ensuring that our partners receive premium stationery at highly competitive, wholesale prices without compromising on quality.

OUR SPECIALISED DIVISIONS

Arena Professional Services

Integrated Business Managed Services.
We provide holistic, end-to-end business support to manage non-core and highly specialised functions in the fields of Business Services & Processes, ICT turnkey solutions, and Office Supplies.

We act as your strategic partner to transition your business into its next phase of growth.

Computer Arena

Managed ICT Solutions.
We provide a range of technology solutions tailored to your business, from mobile devices and PCs to advanced Web Portals and networking solutions and infrastructure. Aimed particularly at startups and SMEs, our turnkey ICT procurement and dedicated onsite support ensure your operations run seamlessly.

Computer Sports

Quality Sports Equipment
We supply high-quality sporting equipment tailored to the needs of local sports clubs, schools, and corporate wellness programs. Leveraging over a decade of e-commerce and procurement expertise, we offer cost-effective alternatives to mainstream retail with discounted pricing for bulk purchase options.

Proud Stockists of Premium Brands

Arena Stationery Supplies partners with leading local and international manufacturers to offer an extensive range of trusted, high-quality stationery, office supplies, educational resources, and related products.

To ensure you receive the best possible pricing, we operate a direct procurement model, sourcing products through a trusted network of leading South African distributors rather than maintaining extensive on-site inventory. This approach enables us to offer highly competitive prices while providing access to an extensive product range.

As product availability is subject to national supplier stock levels, we encourage customers—particularly schools, educational institutions, and businesses placing larger orders—to order as early as possible. Advance planning allows us to secure the required quantities and ensure timely delivery. Product availability is monitored continuously, with stock information updated on a bi-weekly basis.

Expanding Our Online Catalogue

Our online store currently features thousands of the most popular and essential school, office, and business stationery products. We are continually expanding our catalogue by adding new brands and product ranges, ensuring our customers have access to an even broader selection of premium products.

Can’t Find What You’re Looking For?

If you cannot find a specific product on our website, simply let us know. Our team will gladly source the item where possible, fast-track its addition to our online catalogue, and provide you with a competitive quotation for comparison.

Email: info@stationeryarena.co.za

Stockists of the following Brands

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

Reviews & Trust Index

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Nkosana Khumalo
4 August 2025
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Good day. We note your 1 star rating but have no idea why? You do not seem to be one of our customers, and in order to improve our services, the least that you can do is to indicate the reason for the review.
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Jami-Lee Oliver
17 January 2025
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Amazing service. Quick and efficient! Will order more stationery for the next school year.
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Jay-Nean Rixon
23 December 2024
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Good afternoon all staff at Arena Stationery Supplies, I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge the excellent service, comparative pricing and overall outstanding experience I have once again had when dealing with your company and staff. In a world where complaints are the norm and appreciation is sparce, I feel it appropriate to congratulate you. At this time of year the adverts are plentiful for Back To School items. Your company is by far the most competitive, the quality is outstanding and the attitude of your staff and drivers is beyond compare. Thank for making my last two years of purchasing from you as enjoyable as it has been. You are all superstars and deserving of the highest praise. May you get your orders picked and delivered as soon as possible and you all have a safe and peaceful holiday period. Many thanks and kind regards, Jay-Nean Rixon Plumstead

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Thank you for your kind review. Really Appreciated !
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Hilton Palanyandi
25 May 2024
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Arena Stationery Supplies and the subsidiary companies offer a friendly, reliable and professional service amidst a challenging economic context. The director Mr Joe February understands his clients and their niche requirements.

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Thank you, appreciated
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michelle langeveldt
5 February 2024
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Thank you for your kind review
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Talent Talent
5 February 2024
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Thank you for your kind rating, appreciated
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Sphiwe Dube
3 February 2024
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I ordered a grade one stationary instead of grade 2 in Jan the 4th if not mistaken about the date. I call and the guy was able to assist with the amendments. I have a refund of R300+ which was supposed to be made on the same month, upto this day, there is no refund made and no feedback on Whatsapp and emails. I attempted to call them again but no answer. I am not sure if I am the only one experiencing this issue or if there are more people who have not received their refund.

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Hi Ms Dube. Our apologies for the delay in processing your refund. We certainly slipped up in this instance. An immediate payment was made earlier for the difference. Again our apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Adrian Kamoetie
3 February 2024
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Thank you for the kind rating, appreciated.
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dominic ashley
3 February 2024
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Hassle Free. Enjoyed the service

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Thank you for the kind rating, appreciated.
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Donxgraphics
21 January 2024
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Do not understand the mere 5 star reviews on this business, it has been an elapsed time since the 5th January 2024 awaiting my twins stationery supplies from this company and today is dated the 16 January 2024, bearing in mind this is not an overseas delivery where one waits an entire month for your items. The online shopping experience is all star however the deliveries and me contacting them endlessly to no availability nor answering/ late answering on WhatsApp is pure frustrating. I kept being pushed back to say my delivery will be the next day and this coming from the owner/ manager but after follow ups nobody answers a call nada nothing. My kids do not have stationery for their first day of school tomorrow due to the lacking interest of this particular business. I expect my delivery done today even if it's midnight. Edit: The stationary arrived as at 18th Jan 2024, with an apology however I messaged to say my order clearly stated deliver to my home whereas some other parents in my area received it to their home just not us, also a side note that I messaged these guys and ignored me yet again and cherry on top the text books that I paid for has not been delivered AS WELL. Friends and contributors I believe that this is the most terrible supplier in the entire western cape rather take your chances with Waltons and pay a bit more

Owner's reply
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration caused by the delay in delivering your stationery order. It is truly unfortunate that we fell short of meeting your expectations during this crucial back-to-school period and we deeply regret any inconvenience this may have caused. Whilst we had communicated a processing time of 7 to 10 working days for this period, we experienced exceptionally high volume, calls, and WhatsApp messages, and accept the lack of communications by our team as a shortcoming on our side. We will use the learnings to build a better customer experience going forward. In addition, we will also give feedback and engage with the school (for this new partner cohort) regarding unexpected challenges as a result of the changing in arrangements by the school.
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