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Website, UX & UI Design & Development in South Africa
Crafting high-performance, SEO-ready websites from Hillcrest, Durban, for the KZN region and beyond
Your website is more than just an online brochure - it's a lead magnet, a sales engine, and your digital storefront. At erzo web development, we design and build websites that look great, perform well, and scale with your business.
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Read the reviewWhy erzo is your ideal web partner in KZN & SA
Local & accessible
Based in Hillcrest, we know Durban, KZN, and the South African digital landscape intimately.
End-to-end capability
From strategy and UI/UX to frontend, backend, and integrations, we handle it all.
SEO-first & performance-driven
We build with speed, best practices, clean code, and search engine visibility in mind.
Scalable & maintainable architecture
Modular, future-proof code, ready for growth.
Ongoing support & management
We don't just build and walk away; we maintain, update, and evolve your site.
Transparent process, clear communication
You know what is happening, when, and why.
What We Do: Website Services Tailored for South Africa
We offer a full suite of services to cover all your web development needs, from simple sites to complex web applications.
Strategy & Planning
- •Discovery & domain research
- •Competitive and market analysis
- •User personas, customer journey mapping
- •Wireframes, site architecture & sitemap
- •Technical specifications & scope definition
Thoughtful UI / UX & Visual Design
- •Custom branding, moodboards, and design systems
- •Interface design with focus on usability, responsive layout, and intuitive navigation
- •Design review & iteration cycles
Front-End Development
- •HTML5, CSS3 (or SCSS/SASS), modern JavaScript (ES6+)
- •Frameworks (React, NextJS, or as suited) for dynamic interactivity
- •Responsive, mobile-first design
- •Accessibility (WCAG) and inclusive design
Back-End / Server-Side Development
- •Robust server logic using Node.js, Python, or other suitable stacks
- •Database design (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
- •API integrations, 3rd-party services, webhooks
- •Authentication, user management, roles & permissions
E-commerce & Online Stores
- •Product catalog, shopping cart, checkout flows
- •Payment gateway integrations (local SA gateways, PayFast, etc.)
- •Inventory, shipping, tax, promo rules
- •Order management, fulfillment, user dashboards
Custom Content Management Systems (CMS) & Web Apps
- •Headless CMS, Strapi, etc.
- •Custom CMS or admin panels tailored to your workflows
- •Blog, news, resource sections
WordPress Conversions
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- ✓Clean, semantic code and file structure
- ✓Image optimization, lazy loading
- ✓Caching, minification, bundling
- ✓Critical CSS, deferred scripts
- ✓SEO fundamentals: metadata, schema markup, clean URLs, structured data
- ✓Analytics integration, tracking setup
Security, Hosting & Maintenance
- ✓SSL, HTTPS, secure headers, OWASP practices
- ✓Backups, monitoring, malware scans
- ✓Hosting setup (shared, VPS, cloud)
- ✓Updates, bug fixes, feature enhancements
- ✓24/7 support / retainer options
Our Web Development Process
We follow a structured, transparent workflow so you always know where things stand.
Kickoff & Discovery
Align goals, stakeholders, constraints, brand direction.
Planning & Architecture
Wireframes, sitemap, technical architecture, database schema.
Design & Prototyping
Visual mockups, UI style, interactive prototypes, client feedback.
Development Phase
Front-end + back-end coding, integrations, setting up CMS, data migration.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Cross-browser, cross-device, user testing, performance checks, security audits.
Launch & Deployment
Final checks, staging-to-live, DNS, SSL, monitoring setup.
Post-Launch Support & Maintenance
Updates, content changes, feature expansions, performance tuning.
Continuous Improvement
Analytics review, A/B testing, iterative enhancements.
Website Packages & Pricing (South Africa Context)
Below is an indicative structure (custom quotes follow audit & specs). Prices in ZAR (South Africa).
These are starting points. Final quotes depend on complexity, features, third-party costs, design scope, hosting needs, and integrations.
Starter / Brochure Site
Small local business / KZN region
Up to 5 pages (Home, About, Services, Contact), CMS, responsive
Business / Mid-level
Growing businesses
10-20 pages, blog, forms, CMS, basic integrations
E-Commerce / Web App
Retail, product, SaaS
Catalog, cart, payments, user dashboards, API integration
Advanced / Custom Platform
Enterprise / niche portals
Custom modules, multitenancy, heavy integration, scaling
Why Our Approach Beats Template Copy-Paste Sites
Built for your needs
No forced templates; every feature and design element is deliberate.
SEO & performance baked in
Unlike generic themes, we optimize from day one.
Scalable & maintainable
Clean modular code, documentation, ability to expand.
Ownership & flexibility
You own your code, content, data - no vendor lock-in.
Support & uptime assurance
Ongoing maintenance so your site stays secure, up-to-date, and reliable.
SEO, Design & Web Dev - One Integrated Strategy
A site can look beautiful, but if it is slow or poorly optimized, Google won't favour it. We integrate SEO strategy from the start:
This ensures your website is both a delightful experience and a ranking-ready asset.
FAQs: Web Development in the SA Market
How long does it take to build a website?
Typically 6-12 weeks for a standard business site. More complex sites or integrations may take longer.
Can I update content myself?
Yes - we provide CMS access, training, and documentation so you can edit text, images, pages easily.
Which platform / tech stack do you use?
We choose what best fits your project: With a decentralized architecture, we can combine any technology we want. We'll explain trade-offs and recommend optimal architecture. We use Next.js, React, Node.js, Python, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
Do I need hosting and domain?
Yes. We can assist you in selecting and setting up hosting (SA-based or cloud) and managing domain registration.
What about support after launch?
We offer monthly maintenance contracts covering updates, backups, security, and small tweaks.
Will it be mobile-friendly and fast?
Absolutely. Every site is responsive, tested across devices, and performance-optimized as standard.
Ready to Build a High-Impact Website in Durban / KZN / South Africa?
If you're looking for a partner who understands both global web best practices and the South African digital environment, erzo web development is your perfect match. From Hillcrest to Durban, KZN to national reach - let's create a site that not only looks exceptional but drives results and grows with you.
Contact us today for a free consultation, project scoping, or quote. Let's start shaping your online future.