Guide
Website Design for South African Businesses
This guide explains when a simple site is enough, what From R999 actually covers, and how Ascenra websites connect to SEO, ecommerce, and a free AscenraDS store if you later want to sell.
What From R999 and From R1,999 mean
Website Starter from R999 is the entry package for a professional site. Business Website from R1,999 covers more pages and functionality. From is an entry point, not a locked quote for every scope. Custom work is priced after we see requirements.
What a useful South African website usually includes
- Clear offer, contact path, and mobile layout
- Hosting and SSL unless a proposal says otherwise
- Basic SEO so the site can be indexed
- A path to enquire or buy
Website vs store vs AscenraDS
A brochure site is enough if you need trust and enquiries. A custom ecommerce site fits if you already have stock. AscenraDS is the turnkey dropshipping path: first month free, then R380/month.
| Need | Start here | Entry price |
|---|---|---|
| Presence and leads | Website Starter | From R999 |
| Larger site | Business Website | From R1,999 |
| Own products | Custom ecommerce | Quote |
| Ready-made store | AscenraDS | Free, then R380/month |
14-day starter plan
- Days 1 to 3: List pages you need and collect logo, photos, and contact details.
- Days 4 to 7: Send an enquiry with budget and domain status.
- Days 8 to 10: Review the draft site.
- Days 11 to 14: Launch, then decide if SEO or a store is next.
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