Though it's associated with Africa, head portage was commonly practiced nearly everywhere.

https://youtu.be/BRnwg3dpboc?t=731

Over the decades, I have gotten many a weird look from family, friends and strangers when I use my head for assisting carrying things - but, it works, and often lets me use either one - or both hands to stabilize the "load", provides unobstructed view and far easier maneuverability (less walking backwards, easier to navigate corners, etc.).

It's a "no-brainer", "use-your-head" simple thing...