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Based in Jeffreys Bay · Serving All of SA

CraftConnect SA

Professional websites & digital enablement
built for South African small businesses and start-ups.

You built your business on hard work and real relationships.
Now let's make sure the online world knows you exist too.

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R2,500
Websites From
7–10
Days to Go Live
R1,200
Retainer From/Month
All 9
Provinces Served

Digital should be within reach for
every South African business.

We use the same AI-powered tools that large agencies use - and we pass that efficiency directly to you. The result? Premium-looking results at prices that actually make sense for where your business is right now.

No hidden fees. Clear, fixed pricing at every tier - so you can plan your finances without surprises.
Built for WhatsApp-first businesses. We understand how SA businesses actually communicate. Your WhatsApp Business profile is treated as seriously as your website.
You own everything, always. Your content, your logins, your brand assets. We set it up and hand it over - fully yours. Note: CCSA holds the right to use work provided as part of their business portfolio.

About the Founder

Julius Maritz — Founder of CraftConnect SA, based in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape

Julius Maritz built CraftConnect SA on a single belief: technology should work for people — not the other way around. Before the agency, Julius spent years teaching computer literacy to South Africans who needed it most — first-time device users, school learners, small business owners finding their feet. That experience taught him something most digital agencies miss: the biggest barrier isn't the technology. It's the gap between what's possible and what people actually feel confident using. That same thread runs through everything he's done — hardware, networking, consulting, repair, training. Not a collection of different careers, but the same question asked in different rooms: how do we make this actually work for the person in front of us? CraftConnect SA is the answer to that question, built specifically for South Africa's micro and small businesses — the bakery in Jeffreys Bay, the contractor in Pretoria, the therapist in Cape Town — all trying to show up online in a way that feels true to who they are, without being held hostage by complexity or cost. Julius is based in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape. His clients are everywhere.

Jeffreys Bay, EC All 9 Provinces Human-First Tech Passionate

Everything your business needs to grow online -
in one place.

Three Service Lines. One Partner. We handle your digital foundation end-to-end.

01

Digital Enablement Core

The foundation every SA business needs - brand identity, social media presence, Google visibility, and WhatsApp optimisation. Set up once, maintained monthly.

  • Brand foundation package (logo, colours, fonts, Canva templates)
  • Instagram & Facebook setup + optimisation
  • Google Business Profile setup & monthly posts
  • WhatsApp Business optimisation
  • Monthly social content: 8 posts + 4 GBP posts
Setup: R3,500 once-off · Retainer: R1,200/month
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02

Web Development & Hosting

A website that earns trust, looks great on every device, and actually shows up on Google. We build it, we host it, and we keep it running — so you can focus on your business.

  • Essential: R2,500 · a clean, credible online home to get you started
  • Professional: R5,000 · a full website with booking and online payments
  • Premium: R10,000 · a fully custom site with an online store
  • Hosting R275/month · your .co.za domain included in setup
  • Secure, fast South African servers · 99.9% uptime guarantee
Websites from R2,500 · Hosting from R275/month
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03

Manage Your Own Content

Most clients let us handle their content updates. But if you'd like to make changes yourself — update a price, swap a photo, add a service — we can build that in. Simple, no tech skills needed.

  • Add a simple editor to any new website: R2,000
  • Add it to an existing CraftConnect site: R3,500
  • Want full control? WordPress builds from R5,500
  • We'll walk you through it — 60-min training session: R750
  • Monthly maintenance & peace of mind: R500/month
Content editor from R2,000 · WordPress from R5,500
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Real websites. Real SA businesses.
Built to perform.

Every site we build is custom, mobile-first, and SEO-optimised from day one. Here's what CraftConnect SA delivers in the real world.

Live
craftconnectsa.co.za
CraftConnect SA website screenshot — animated dark theme digital agency homepage
Digital Agency · Multi-section · Animated

CraftConnect SA

Our own platform — a fully animated, multi-section site with node network canvas, interactive pricing tabs, mascot character, full schema markup, and 90+ Lighthouse score. A direct demonstration of what we build.

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Live
wavecrestsurfschool.co.za
Wavecrest Surf School website screenshot — blue ocean hero with booking buttons
Surf School · J-Bay · Tourism & Lessons

Wave Crest Surf School

A fully mobile-optimised site for one of Jeffreys Bay's surf schools — built to convert visitors into bookings with a clean, ocean-inspired design, WhatsApp integration, and local SEO.

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Live
4seasonsawnings.co.za
4 Seasons Awnings website screenshot — warm orange hero with awnings photography
Trade Services · Products & Installations

4 Seasons Awnings

A professional, conversion-focused website for a specialist awning supplier — complete with product showcasing, quote request forms, and SEO-optimised service pages.

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We're not an agency.
We're your digital partner.

No big agency overheads. No confusing tech jargon. Just a focused SA partner that genuinely wants your business to win online.

AI-Powered. Human-Delivered.

We use advanced AI tools to work faster and smarter - and pass those savings directly to you. But you always deal with a real person who knows your business.

Built for South Africa. Not copy-pasted from abroad.

WhatsApp-first culture, .co.za domains, local payment gateways, and SA-specific Google SEO. We don't adapt overseas playbooks - we build strategies that work in the real SA market.

Premium aesthetics. Micro business prices.

Our websites look like agency builds costing twice as much. Fully custom sites start from R2,500. That's what AI-powered efficiency makes possible.

One partner. Everything handled.

Website, hosting, social media, Google profile, WhatsApp - all from one person who understands your whole business picture. No juggling vendors.

Fast turnaround. Real-world timelines.

Most setups are live within 7–10 business days from when you send us your assets. We respect your time and know you needed your digital presence yesterday.

Warm, non-technical support.

No confusing tech jargon. No condescension. Just clear explanations, friendly check-in calls, and someone who genuinely wants your business to win.

Honest pricing. Premium results.
Built for real SA budgets.

No surprises. No hidden fees. Just clear, fair prices that let you plan ahead.

All prices in ZAR  ·  All websites include secure hosting, daily backups & a free SSL certificate  ·  Hosting R275/month from month 2

Digital Enablement Core

Your complete digital foundation - professional branding, social media, Google Business Profile, WhatsApp Business, and a content strategy, all in one package.

Once-off Setup Fee
R3,500 once-off
Monthly Retainer: R1,200/month  ·  Premium Support: R1,800/month
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Brand Foundation Package
  • Logo optimisation & colour palette
  • Canva brand kit setup (fonts + colours)
  • 5 social media templates
Social, Google & WhatsApp
  • Instagram & Facebook Business set up, branded, and ready to go
  • Google Business Profile claimed, verified, and optimised so customers find you on Maps
  • Photos, services, reviews strategy & Q&A all set up for you
  • WhatsApp Business profile, product catalogue & quick reply templates
  • A content plan that's actually usable — pillars, hashtags, and a calendar ready to go
What happens every month (R1,200/month)
  • 8 social media posts created and ready to publish (Instagram, Facebook & TikTok)
  • 4 Google posts to keep your profile active and ranking
  • WhatsApp Business support — quick updates, catalogue changes, ad-hoc requests
  • A 30-minute monthly check-in call so you always know what's working
  • Need more? Upgrade to Premium Support: R1,800/month

From 'hello' to live online
in 7–10 business days.

We've built a workflow that gets your business live faster - with less back-and-forth and zero tech jargon.

01

We Have a Chat

Book a free 30-minute discovery call in person, via WhatsApp or Zoom. We listen first - no jargon, no hard sell. Just a real conversation about your business and what you actually need.

02

You Get a Tailored Quote

Within 2 business days, we send a clear, itemised quote with no hidden fees. You choose your package, sign the agreement, and pay your deposit. Simple.

03

We Build & You Review

You provide your assets - photos, logo, business info. We get to work. You review the draft and give feedback. Essential packages include 2 revision rounds; Professional and Premium include 3.

04

You Go Live & We Stay Beside You

Your site launches. Your profiles go live. Then, if you're on a retainer, we handle your ongoing content every single month so you can focus on running your business.

Brand Foundation
Logo · Colours · Templates
Social Presence
Instagram · Facebook · TikTok
Local Discovery
Google Business Profile · Maps
WhatsApp Business
Catalog · Quick Replies · Automation
Website (Optional Add-on)
Essential · Professional · Premium

The digital foundation your business deserves

Digital enablement means giving your SA business everything it needs to be found, trusted, and chosen online - without the complexity and cost of traditional agencies.

We start with your brand, build your social presence, put you on Google Maps, activate WhatsApp as a business tool, and give you a content plan that's actually usable.

Add a website on top and you've got a complete digital system that works while you work. No tech skills required - we handle everything.

No Tech Skills Needed SA-Focused Affordable Pricing Done-For-You Ongoing Support WhatsApp-First

Got Questions?
We've got Answers!


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A website from CraftConnect SA starts at R2,500 for an Essential site (1–3 pages). A Professional site (5–7 pages) is R5,000, and a Premium site (up to 10 pages) is R10,000. Monthly hosting and basic maintenance is R275/month from month 2, and a .co.za domain is R99/year — included in your setup fee. All prices are flat; no Basic/Standard/Enhanced sub-tiers.
CraftConnect SA's typical website turnaround is 7–10 business days from when we receive your assets (photos, logo, business information). Essential sites are often completed faster. The timeline depends on how quickly you can provide your content - we start building the moment we have what we need!
Not at all - that's exactly why CraftConnect SA exists. We work with business owners who have never set up a website, social media profile, or Google listing before. We handle everything in plain language, guide you step-by-step, and never assume technical knowledge. If you can send a WhatsApp message, you can work with us.
Digital Enablement is the process of setting up and optimising all the digital touchpoints a business needs to be found and trusted online - your brand identity, social media profiles (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube etc.), Google Business Profile, and WhatsApp Business. It's ideal for businesses that have been operating offline or with a minimal digital presence and want to get properly set up, fast.
No - CraftConnect SA serves clients across all of South Africa. We're based in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, but all our services are delivered remotely via WhatsApp, email, and video call. We've built our workflow specifically for remote delivery, so your location anywhere in South Africa is never a barrier.
Yes - fully and completely. Once final payment is made, all logins, content, logo files, Canva brand kits, and your website are 100% yours. CraftConnect SA retains no ownership over anything created specifically for your business. You're never locked in. Note: CCSA holds the right to use all work provided to client as part of their business portfolio.
Yes. The monthly retainer and hosting plan can be cancelled with 30 days' written notice. There are no lock-in contracts or early termination fees. If you cancel, all content created up to that point is delivered to you, and all account access is transferred to you.
CraftConnect SA invoices via Yoco, which accepts all major South African debit and credit cards. Payment is required as a 65% deposit before work begins, with the remaining 35% due before handover/launch.
DIY platforms like Wix and Squarespace can work - but they require time, design skill, and ongoing management. CraftConnect SA builds you a custom-designed, SEO-optimised site hosted on fast SA servers, with your .co.za domain, free SSL, and a local expert managing it. We also integrate your digital presence end-to-end - website, Google, WhatsApp, and social - so everything works together from day one.

Serving SA businesses everywhere -
especially right here at home.

Based in Jeffreys Bay, we serve clients across all nine provinces. Our local knowledge shapes everything we build.

The Kouga Region & Surrounds

We're based in Jeffreys Bay, right in the heart of the Kouga region — which means we're genuinely accessible to local businesses in J-Bay, Humansdorp, St Francis Bay, Cape St Francis, and the wider area. Whether you prefer a sit-down meeting over coffee or a quick digital call, we're here and available. We know this market because we live and work in it every day.

Nationwide Coverage

CraftConnect SA works with businesses across all nine provinces. From Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban to Pretoria — distance is never a barrier. We deliver all our services remotely through digital meetings and calls, so no matter where you are in South Africa, you get the same hands-on, personal service that our local clients do.

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