E-commerce website development in Kenya: an online store your customers can actually pay on
We design and build online stores for Kenyan retailers and brands — fast on mobile, simple to manage and set up to accept the payment methods your customers use.
The problem we solve
Selling through WhatsApp and Instagram alone means manual order-taking, missed messages and no searchable catalogue. A store lets customers browse, choose and pay at any hour, while you track orders in one place.
The challenge is building a store that is simple on a phone, trusted at checkout and affordable to run — which is what we focus on.
Who it's for
- ✓Retailers and boutiques selling products across Kenya
- ✓Brands that currently sell only through social media or WhatsApp
- ✓Established shops adding an online channel
What you get
- ✓Product catalogue with categories, variations and search
- ✓Mobile-first cart and checkout
- ✓Payment integration — including M-Pesa where it fits your setup
- ✓Order notifications and a simple admin to manage stock and orders
- ✓Product-page SEO and structured data for shopping results
- ✓Training so your team can manage the store
Technology
- ✓Shopify or WooCommerce, chosen to match your catalogue size, budget and management preferences
- ✓Payment gateways and local mobile-money options
- ✓Optimised product images for fast loading on mobile data
- ✓Analytics for add-to-cart, checkout and WhatsApp enquiry tracking
Results to expect
- ✓Customers can browse and order without messaging you first
- ✓Orders and stock in one place instead of scattered chats
- ✓Product pages that can appear in Google search
- ✓Data on which products and pages drive sales
How we work
- Step 1Discovery call
We learn about your business, customers and goals, and agree on the scope in writing.
- Step 2Fixed quote
You get a clear price and timeline before any work starts — no hidden fees.
- Step 3Design & build
We design mobile-first, build, and share progress so you can give feedback early.
- Step 4Launch & handover
We go live under your own domain and hosting account and hand over full access.
- Step 5Support
Optional monthly care plans keep the site secure, backed up and up to date.
Pricing guide
E-commerce is part of our Premium range.
- ✓Premium (e-commerce / bookings): from KES 120,000, typically delivered in 3–6 weeks
- ✓Smaller catalogues may start with a leaner Business build — we'll advise honestly during the quote
- ✓Payment gateway and platform subscription fees (if any) are paid directly to the provider and discussed up front
- ✓Monthly care plans cover hosting, backups, security patches and updates
Frequently asked questions
How much does an e-commerce website cost in Kenya?
Our Premium e-commerce builds start from KES 120,000. The final quote depends on catalogue size, payment setup and any custom features. Platform or payment-provider fees are separate and explained up front.
Can customers pay with M-Pesa?
We can integrate mobile-money and card payments through payment providers. The exact options depend on the platform and the provider account your business sets up; we'll confirm during discovery.
Shopify or WooCommerce — which should I choose?
Shopify is quicker to launch and fully hosted; WooCommerce offers more flexibility and control. We recommend based on your catalogue, budget and who will manage the store.
Can I manage products myself?
Yes. We train you to add products, update prices and process orders, and offer a care plan if you'd rather we handle updates.
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