Fiona Counter Books 1 to 5 Quire — Bulk Export to East Africa & South Africa | AKPune
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Premium quality Fiona counter books, manufactured in India, fully customisable, shipped to Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa & beyond
The Counter Book — Africa's Most Trusted Record-Keeping Tool
Walk into any shop, school, clinic, or government office across East and Southern Africa — and you'll find a counter book on the desk. It's the universal tool for daily record-keeping: sales, stock, attendance, credit accounts, and cash registers.
As African economies grow and trade volumes increase, the demand for reliable, affordable, bulk-supply counter books continues to rise — and AKPune is meeting that demand with our trusted Fiona brand of counter books, manufactured to the highest standards in India.
We supply the full range — 1 Quire to 5 Quire Fiona counter books — in bulk, export-ready, to Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and the wider African market.
Introducing Fiona — Our Premium Counter Book Brand
Fiona is AKPune's flagship stationery brand, trusted by buyers across India and now available for export to Africa. The Fiona range is known for:
- Consistent quality — same specification, every batch, every order
- Durable binding — sewn and stitched to last years of daily use
- Premium paper — smooth, bleed-resistant, ballpoint and gel pen friendly
- Clean, professional appearance — ideal for retail, institutional, and corporate use
Whether you are a wholesaler in Nairobi, a distributor in Dar es Salaam, or a retailer in Johannesburg — Fiona counter books give your customers a product they can trust.
Understanding Quire Sizes — Complete Range
At AKPune, 1 Quire = 96 Pages (48 Sheets). Our full Fiona counter book range:
| Size | Pages | Sheets | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Quire | 96 pages | 48 sheets | Small shops, dukas, daily cash registers |
| 2 Quire | 192 pages | 96 sheets | Medium shops, stock registers, offices |
| 3 Quire | 288 pages | 144 sheets | Schools, NGOs, admin departments |
| 4 Quire | 384 pages | 192 sheets | Government offices, hospitals, larger institutions |
| 5 Quire | 480 pages | 240 sheets | Annual registers, court records, large institutions |
All sizes available in A4 format (210mm × 297mm) — the standard preferred across East and Southern Africa.
Product Specifications — Fiona Counter Books
- Paper: 50 GSM / 60 GSM / 70 GSM wood-free paper — clean, bleed-resistant
- Ruling: Single-line ruled with left margin (standard)
- Binding: Sewn and stitched — durable for years of daily use
- Cover: Hard board — marbled, printed, or fully custom branded
- Size: A4 standard (custom sizes on request)
- Brand: Fiona (or your private label — see below)
Full Customisation — Tailored to Your Market
At AKPune, we believe every buyer's market is unique. That's why we offer complete, end-to-end customisation on all Fiona counter book orders:
Cover Customisation
- Custom cover artwork, colours, and design
- Your logo and brand name printed on front cover
- Custom spine labelling for easy shelf identification
- Matte or gloss lamination on cover
- Solid colour, marbled, or full-bleed printed covers
Inner Page Customisation
- Custom ruling — single line, double line, margin, columns, or bespoke grid
- Header printing — school name, company name, government department, logo watermark
- Page numbering, date columns, or pre-printed table formats
- Custom footer — address, contact, QR code
Packaging Customisation
- Barcode printing — EAN-13, UPC-A for retail
- QR code on cover linking to your website or product page
- Shrink-wrap, poly-bag, or boxed set packaging
- Custom carton labelling with your brand and destination details
Specification Customisation
- Custom page counts — any quire size between 1Q and 5Q
- Custom paper weights — 50 GSM, 60 GSM, 70 GSM, 80 GSM
- Custom sizes — A4, A5, Foolscap, or bespoke dimensions
- Custom ruling colour — blue, red, green, or black lines
From cover to content to carton — we customise everything. Share your specs and we'll deliver a product built exactly for your market.
Key Markets — East Africa & South Africa
East Africa
Tanzania — Entry via Dar es Salaam port. 1Q and 2Q fastest-moving in retail; 3Q–5Q for schools and government. Strong demand for Swahili-language custom covers.
Kenya — Mombasa serves as a regional hub. 2Q and 3Q preferred for institutional use. High demand for private-label and custom-printed Fiona counter books.
Uganda & Rwanda — Supplied via Mombasa. Growing school, health centre, and SME demand. NGOs procure large quantities for field use.
Ethiopia — Via Djibouti port. High-volume government and institutional demand for 3Q–5Q registers.
South Africa & Southern Africa
South Africa — Via Durban port. Corporate offices, schools, and retail chains. Quality certification and retail-ready Fiona packaging preferred. Popular sizes: 2Q and 3Q.
Zimbabwe & Zambia — Strong school and government demand. Cost-optimised 1Q and 2Q most popular. Via Durban or Beira ports.
Mozambique & Malawi — Growing institutional demand. Via Beira and Nacala ports.
Who We Supply To
- Importers & Wholesalers — container-load buying for regional redistribution
- Stationery Distributors — supplying retail shops, bookstores, and supermarkets
- Government Tenders — education departments, municipal offices, health ministries
- Schools & Universities — annual procurement for registers and record books
- NGOs & Development Organisations — field office stationery supply
- Supermarket Chains — Naivas, Chandarana, Game, Shoprite, Pick n Pay
- Amazon & E-commerce Resellers — branded bulk supply for online retail
Export Shipping — Ports & Transit Times
| Destination | Port | Approx. Sea Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | Dar es Salaam | 18–22 days |
| Kenya | Mombasa | 18–22 days |
| Uganda | Via Mombasa | 22–28 days |
| South Africa | Durban | 20–25 days |
| Zimbabwe | Via Durban / Beira | 25–32 days |
| Zambia | Via Durban / Dar es Salaam | 25–30 days |
| Ethiopia | Via Djibouti | 20–24 days |
Air freight available for urgent orders or sample shipments.
MOQ & Pricing
| Product | MOQ | Carton Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Quire — Fiona (92 pages) | 1000 dozen | 60 pcs/carton |
| 2 Quire — Fiona (192pages) | 1000 dozen | 48 pcs/carton |
| 3 Quire — Fiona (288 pages) | 1000 dozen | 36 pcs/carton |
| 4 Quire — Fiona (384 pages) | 500 dozen | 24 pcs/carton |
| 5 Quire — Fiona (480 pages) | 500 dozen | 18 pcs/carton |
Prices quoted FOB Mumbai / JNPT. CIF pricing available for Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, and Durban. Mixed-size container orders accepted.
Our Export Process
Step 1 — Inquiry: Share your requirements — quire size(s), quantity, destination port, and any customisation specs.
Step 2 — Proforma Invoice: Detailed PI within 24–48 hours with pricing, lead time, and shipping terms.
Step 3 — Sample Dispatch: Physical Fiona samples couriered before bulk order confirmation.
Step 4 — Production: Lead time 3–5 weeks standard. Custom branding may require 1 additional week.
Step 5 — Quality Inspection: In-house QC on all batches. Third-party inspection available on request.
Step 6 — Shipment & Documentation: Full export documents — CI, PL, COO, BL, GSP certificates — prepared and shared.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the price?
Our pricing is determined by 7 key factors:
- Material — paper grade, cover board weight
- Size — A4, A5 or any custom dimensions
- Colour — cover colour, ruling colour
- Finishing — lamination, UV coating, hot stamping, embossing, etc.
- Structure — quire count, binding type
- Quantity — order volume directly impacts unit price
- Accessories — packaging, barcodes, inserts, custom elements
Share your full specifications and we'll provide a detailed Proforma Invoice within 24–48 hours.
2. How about samples?
Sample Lead Time:
- White mock-up samples: 2–3 working days
- Colour / custom design samples: 5–6 working days after artwork approval
Sample Charges:
- Regular customers: Free of charge
- New customers: USD 100–200 for colour/custom samples — fully refundable upon order confirmation
- Standard catalogue samples: Free of charge
3. How many days for shipping?
By Express Courier (DHL, UPS, TNT, FedEx): 3–5 working days to your door
By Air Freight: 5–10 working days to your airport
By Sea Freight: Transit time varies by destination —
- Africa: 30–45 days
- Europe & America: 25–35 days
- Asia: 3–7 days
- Australia: 16–25 days
Please advise your port of destination for exact sea freight transit confirmation from our freight forwarders.
4. What are the Payment Terms?
We accept the following payment methods:
- T/T (Wire Transfer / Bank Transfer) — most common for export orders
- L/C (Letter of Credit) — accepted for large volume orders
- Western Union — for smaller transactions
5. What are the Surface Finishing Options?
We offer a wide range of cover finishing options to suit every market and price point:
- Matte Lamination
- Glossy Lamination
- 3D Lamination
- UV Coating
- Silver Foil Stamping
- Hot Stamping (Gold / Silver / Custom colours)
- Spot UV
- Flocking
- Embossing & Debossing
- Texture Finish
- Aqueous Coating
- Varnishing
Custom finishing combinations available — ask our team for samples of each finish option.
Get a Quote Today
📩 Inquiry: akpune.com/pages/contact
📦 Range: Fiona 1 Quire · 2 Quire · 3 Quire · 4 Quire · 5 Quire Counter Books
🌍 Destinations: Tanzania · Kenya · Uganda · Rwanda · South Africa · Zimbabwe · Zambia · Ethiopia · Mozambique
🚢 Shipping: FOB Mumbai | CIF African Ports | Air Freight Available
AKPune — Crafting Premium Fiona Stationery for Africa and the World