Selling
The smarter way to turn your old textbooks and gear into cash, with zero fees and zero stress.
List as many items as you want, free. You keep every cent of your listed price. We only charge a small buyer protection fee on the buyer side.
Every buyer has a verified @mandela.ac.za email. You know you're dealing with a real classmate, not a scammer from Gumtree.
Payment is secured before the meetup. No more chasing people for money or getting ghosted after handing over your items.
Snap a few photos, write a description, set your price. Our streamlined listing flow is designed for student life, fast and painless.
Every completed sale earns you reviews. A strong rating makes future buyers trust you instantly, helping you sell faster.
No postage fees or courier nightmares. Buyers meet you on campus, inspect the item, and the deal is done. Simple.
| Feature | Campus Swap | Facebook Groups | Gumtree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verified buyer IDs | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Escrow payment protection | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Zero listing fees | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Buyer & seller reviews | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Campus-only community | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dispute resolution | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| In-app messaging | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
The average NMU student accumulates R2 000–R5 000 worth of resellable items per year, textbooks, electronics, clothing, and more. Instead of letting them gather dust, turn them back into cash.
Example prices are estimates only and will vary by item condition, edition, and demand.
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