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Web Development
Websites that don't just sit there — they work.
We design and build websites for South African businesses that treat your site as infrastructure, not a brochure. From local Cape Town shops getting online for the first time to national brands needing a site that scales, we build fast, modern, search-ready websites that start generating leads, bookings, and sales from day one.
Most web developers stop at "pretty and launched." We start there — then build the automation, AI, and analytics that make your site earn its keep.
Why Work Lekker
Websites built to work harder
Cape Town studio, global standards
We're based in Cape Town, but we build to global standards. Your site competes with the best in the world — not just other South African websites. Performance-first architecture, accessibility, and modern SEO that actually works.
Automation & AI in the foundation
Every site we build comes with automated lead capture, basic AI chat that qualifies leads and answers FAQs 24/7, WhatsApp integration, and analytics dashboards — included from day one, not sold as add-ons. Your site doesn't just launch, it starts working.
We own our tech stack
No drag-and-drop builders that lock you into expensive subscriptions. We build on modern frameworks (Next.js, React, Vue) that you own. Fast, secure, scalable — and you're never hostage to a platform's price hikes.
Small business DNA
We're not just developers, we're business owners. We run our own portfolio (Schelidas, NSC Past Papers, Port Watch) on the websites and automation we build. We know what SA businesses actually need because we live it.
What we do
Our web development services
Custom Website Design & Build
Every business is different. Your website should reflect that — custom design and build around how your customers actually decide.
- Discovery sessions to understand your business, customers, and goals
- Custom wireframes and designs (no recycled templates)
- Mobile-first responsive development
- SEO foundation (meta tags, schema markup, site structure)
- Speed optimization (Core Web Vitals compliant)
- Security setup (SSL, headers, backups) + launch training
Ideal for: SA businesses launching their first proper website or rebranding after growth.
E-Commerce & Online Stores
South African e-commerce grew 30% in 2025 — but most stores still leak revenue at checkout. We build stores that convert.
- Fast, mobile-first checkout (60% of SA traffic is mobile)
- Local payment gateways (Yoco, PayFast, Peach Payments)
- Automated abandoned-cart recovery via WhatsApp
- AI product recommendations + real-time inventory sync
- Delivery tracking integrations (courier APIs)
Ideal for: retailers and brands selling direct-to-consumer in South Africa.
Web Application Development
Need more than a marketing site? We build custom web applications for complex business workflows.
- Customer portals and dashboards
- Booking and scheduling systems
- Quote and proposal generators
- Inventory management tools + internal business tools
Tech stack: Next.js, React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Supabase, AWS.
Website Redesigns & Migrations
Your current site isn't working — let's fix it. We audit, preserve your best assets, and rebuild on a modern stack.
- Underperforming sites (low traffic, no conversions)
- Outdated designs and slow tech stacks
- Sites locked into expensive platforms (Wix, Shopify, etc.)
- Tracking set up so you see the improvement
How it works
Our process
01Discovery
Week 1We learn your business inside and out — what's working, what's not, who your customers are, and what success looks like.
Deliverables: Project brief, sitemap, content strategy, technical recommendations.
02Design & Wireframing
Week 2–3We design for conversion, not just pretty. Every page has a job: educate, persuade, capture.
Deliverables: Wireframes, mobile/desktop designs, copy outline, conversion funnel plan.
03Development
Week 4–6We build fast — modern frameworks, clean code, SEO-first structure.
Deliverables: Staging site, responsive on all devices, basic SEO setup, analytics integration.
04Testing & Launch
Week 7We test everything. Forms work. Speed is fast. Mobile is perfect.
Deliverables: Bug fixes, final SEO polish, launch checklist, training session.
05Post-Launch Support
OngoingYour site launches, but the work continues. We monitor performance, fix bugs, and iterate.
Deliverables: Monthly reports, uptime monitoring, security updates, optimization recommendations.
Pricing
Transparent, scope-based
Every project is different — these are realistic ranges, not cookie-cutter packages. We quote based on scope.
Small Business Website
R15k – R30k
4–6 weeks · 5–10 pages
- Custom design & responsive build
- Basic SEO + schema markup
- Contact forms + analytics setup
E-Commerce Store
R25k – R60k
6–10 weeks
- Everything in Small Business
- Payment gateway + product catalog
- Cart/checkout + order management
Custom Web Application
R40k+
8–16+ weeks
- Full custom development
- Database design + user auth
- Admin dashboards + API integrations
Monthly Support
R2.5k – R7.5k/mo
Ongoing
- Uptime monitoring + bug fixes
- Security & performance updates
- Monthly reports + small content updates
FAQ
Common questions
Simple 5–10 page business website: R15,000–R30,000 (4–6 weeks). E-commerce store: R25,000–R60,000 (6–10 weeks). Custom web application: R40,000+ (8–16+ weeks). Every project is different — we quote based on scope, not cookie-cutter packages.
4–10 weeks depending on complexity. Simple business sites: 4–6 weeks. E-commerce: 6–10 weeks. Custom web applications: 8–16+ weeks. We prioritize speed without cutting corners — your site launches when it's ready, not when an arbitrary deadline hits.
Yes. We're based in Cape Town but work nationally (Johannesburg, Durban, Pretoria) and internationally. Remote is standard for us — discovery via video call, staging sites for review, launch via call.
Yes. We build on platforms you own (Next.js, headless CMS options) and provide training. For simple changes (text, images, blog posts) you'll have a CMS or editing interface. For complex changes, we're here. You're never locked in.
We recommend and set up hosting on modern platforms (Vercel, Netlify, AWS) — faster and more reliable than traditional cPanel. We don't resell hosting; we set you up directly so you own the account. Typical cost: R200–R800/month depending on traffic.
SEO is built into every site: meta tags, schema markup, fast loading, mobile optimization, semantic HTML. For ongoing SEO (content strategy, link building, rank tracking) we offer monthly partnerships or refer you to specialists.
Yes. We audit your current site, identify what's working (content, rankings, backlinks) and what's not (design, speed, conversions), then rebuild on a modern stack while preserving your best assets. Many redesign clients see 2–3x improvement in lead quality.
50% deposit to start, 25% at design approval, 25% at launch. For larger projects (R50k+) we can structure milestone payments. You only pay for work completed. Monthly support is billed separately, month-to-month.
Proof
We run our own businesses on this
Every project below is live and generating real results — not a borrowed case study.
NSC Past Papers
- Problem
- Needed a content platform that ranks and converts for 10,000+ monthly students.
- Result
- In development — deployed on Cloudflare Pages, OCR pipeline running.
Port Watch
- Problem
- Truck operators wasted R1.5k–3k per trip driving to closed ports.
- Result
- In development — validating with design partners.
Work Lekker
- Problem
- We needed a site that practices what we preach.
- Result
- You're here — it converts visitors into leads.
Stop accepting a website that just "exists"
Most SA businesses have sites that sit there — no leads, no bookings, no clear ROI. We build websites that work from day one: automated lead capture, AI chat, WhatsApp, and analytics. Let's talk about what your website could actually do.
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