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Now United Group
A high-converting, professional web presence for a South African group entity, built on custom WordPress architecture with structured data and complete on-page SEO from day one.
Pretoria · Johannesburg · South Africa · International
Strategic, conversion-focused web design for South African businesses and global brands. Built to rank in search, cited by AI, and designed to turn visitors into clients.
100%
Mobile-first delivery
2-4 weeks
Average launch time
5+
Schema types per site
SA+
Global client reach
Our philosophy
Websites That Work in the Age of AI Search
” In 2026, every website must serve three audiences at once: the ready-to-buy human visitor, Google’s ranking algorithm, and the AI tools that summarise and cite its content.”
Web design in South Africa is changing fast. In a world where Google’s AI Overviews answer questions before users even click, and tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini surface content from authoritative sources, your website must be built for machine readability as much as human persuasion.
Awethu Jiba builds websites that do both. Based in Pretoria and Johannesburg, We serve businesses across South Africa and abroad by creating digital presences that rank, get cited, and convert.
Strategy before design
We start with your business goals and target audience, not a colour palette. Every design decision is made to drive measurable conversions.
Optimized for search — built for humans and machines
Structured data, semantic HTML, and AI-readable content architecture are built in from the first line of code, not bolted on at the end.
Conversion-focused architecture, not decoration
Layout, copy hierarchy, and calls to action are designed to guide the visitor toward one goal: contacting you.
You fully own it.
Built in WordPress, fully documented, with training included, no agency reliance, and no monthly lock-in for basic updates.
What we build
Web Design Services for South Africa and Beyond
Every service is anchored in three outcomes: strong Google rankings, AI search visibility, and a conversion rate that justifies your investment.
Custom Web Design South Africa
Custom websites crafted around your brand, audience, and conversion goals. No templates. No compromises. Built for the South African market and aligned with international standards.
Mobile-First WordPress Design
Over 78% of South Africa’s web traffic is on mobile. We design for small screens first, so your site performs where your customers actually are, even on slow, unstable connections.
SEO-Ready & AI-Cited Web Design
Every site is built with schema markup, high‑value content, and authoritative copy, all structured to be easily cited by Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini.
E-Commerce Web Design
WooCommerce stores tailored for South African payment gateways, PayFast, Yoco, and Peach Payments, with mobile‑optimised checkout and built‑in product SEO from day one.
Landing Pages & Campaign Sites
High-converting single-page websites for Google Ads, Meta, and other social campaigns. Designed to capture qualified leads, not just pageviews, with built-in A/B testing from day one.
International Web Design
International businesses need websites that resonate with both local and global audiences. We build dual-focused sites, locally authentic, globally credible, and optimized for every time zone.
More projects in progress. We believe one exceptional site speaks louder than a wall of mediocre ones.
--- How we work ---
From Brief to Launched
Structured, transparent, and on-schedule. Here is exactly what happens when we work together.
Discovery
Free 30-minute call to understand your business, audience, goals, and competitors. This is where every project begins.
Strategy & Design
We map your entire user journey before we design a single page, ensuring layout, hierarchy, and CTAs are all optimized for conversion from the start.
Build & Optimise
Professional WordPress development with schema markup, on-page SEO, speed optimization, and two rounds of revisions included.
Launch & Hand Over
Live deployment, configuration of Google Search Console and Analytics, a training session, and a 30-day support period.
Starter
R4 500
Excl/hosting
For solo professionals and small businesses launching online
- Up to 5 pages, mobile-first
- WordPress CMS, manage it yourself
- On-page SEO + GSC setup
- LocalBusiness schema markup
- Contact form + WhatsApp CTA
- 2 revision rounds · 14-day delivery
Growth
R9 500
Excl/hosting
For businesses ready to compete and convert online
- Up to 10 custom-designed pages
- Conversion architecture + user journey mapping
- Full SEO: schema, meta, headings, speed
- FAQPage + Service schema, AI search ready
- Blog / news section for content authority
- Analytics + GSC dashboard setup
- 3 revision rounds · 21-day delivery
Custom / International
R15 000
Excl/hosting
E-commerce, complex builds, and international clients
- WooCommerce e-commerce
- Booking systems + custom integrations
- PayFast, Yoco, Peach Payments setup
- Multi-market / international audience
- Advanced SEO + content strategy
- International payment: USD / EUR
- Ongoing support retainer available
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Now United Group
"The Now United Group site launched exactly on schedule and was indexed by Google within 24 hours. The structured approach to SEO from day one is already showing impressions we didn't have before."
Where we work
Web Design in Pretoria, Johannesburg & Across South Africa
We are based in Pretoria and Johannesburg, Gauteng—the commercial and administrative heart of South Africa. All project work is delivered remotely, enabling us to serve clients across every province and internationally without any compromise on quality or communication.
Gauteng-based businesses benefit from our deep understanding of the local market—from the fast-paced environment of Sandton and the high level of professionalism in Pretoria’s corporate sector to the entrepreneurial energy driving Johannesburg’s SME landscape.
Service areas
We operate remotely from Johannesburg and Pretoria, serving clients across South Africa and internationally. Our services are not limited by location.
- Johannesburg
- Pretroria
- South Africa
- International
Web Design South Africa, Your Questions Answered
The questions every South African business owner asks before starting a web design project.
Professional web design in South Africa typically ranges from R5,000 for a starter website to R18,000 or more for fully custom, conversion-focused builds. Awethu Jiba offers transparent, project-based pricing. You’ll receive a detailed written quote before any work begins—no hidden fees and no ongoing agency retainers.
Yes. We are based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and provide web design services to businesses throughout Pretoria, Tshwane, Centurion, Midrand, and the greater Gauteng region. We also offer in-person consultations for clients located in Pretoria.
Yes. We work with businesses across Johannesburg, including Sandton, Rosebank, Bryanston, and the CBD. Our remote delivery model ensures Johannesburg clients receive the same level of quality, communication, and turnaround time. We know the Johannesburg business landscape, fast-moving, competitive, and results-driven- and we design with that in mind.
An effective South African website must be mobile‑first (over 78% of South Africa’s web traffic is on mobile), load quickly on variable data connections, include proper technical SEO practices, include structured data for AI‑driven search visibility, and be built around a clear conversion goal. Design and aesthetics matter, but they must serve the strategy—not the other way around.
Every site we build comes with structured data markup, speakable content specifications, and authoritative factual copy, the three elements that determine whether AI tools will surface and cite your content. Being findable in 2026 means being machine-readable, not just keyword-rich.
Most websites are completed within 2–4 weeks from the date all content and assets are received. E‑commerce stores and custom builds typically take 4–8 weeks. All timelines are confirmed in writing before the project begins.
Yes. We work with international clients in both USD and EUR via Stripe or PayPal. Our process is designed for asynchronous collaboration across time zones, with clear milestone documentation, shared project timelines, and video updates at each stage. South Africa’s favorable exchange rate means international clients receive world-class quality at a highly competitive price.
WordPress powers more than 43% of all websites worldwide. It offers an unmatched combination of SEO performance, content flexibility, and long‑term independence. You fully own your site, can change hosting providers at any time, and update your content without needing a developer. We also train every client so they can manage their site confidently from day one.
Let's Build a Website That Works as Hard as You Do
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