The verdict in three sentences
In 2026, building a business website with a nearshore agency in Lome costs between 900,000 and 3,500,000 FCFA (about 1,370-5,335 EUR) depending on the tier, over 3 to 6 weeks. A well-designed bilingual site (French/English) becomes your SME's first salesperson, available 24/7. The price gap depends on design, page count and add-ons such as online payment.
Three tiers, three budgets
Each tier meets a specific need. Here is the 2026 grid for a Lome-served SME, with euro equivalents.
| Tier | 2026 price (FCFA) | EUR equivalent | Pages | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 900,000 - 1,300,000 | 1,370 - 1,980 EUR | 5 | Launching a pro presence |
| Growth | 1,500,000 - 2,400,000 | 2,285 - 3,660 EUR | 8-10 | Blog + analytics + SEO |
| Premium | 2,600,000 - 3,500,000 | 3,960 - 5,335 EUR | 12+ | Animations + advanced multilingual |
The reference rate is 655.957 FCFA per 1 EUR (fixed peg). Figures are indicative for 2026 and exclude specific add-ons.
Running cost and online payment
The build price is only part of the budget. Plan for hosting, maintenance and, if needed, online collection through African payment methods.
| Item | 2026 cost (FCFA) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | 120,000 | per year |
| Basic maintenance | 45,000 - 70,000 | per month |
| Premium maintenance | 90,000 - 120,000 | per month |
| Domain name .tg / .com | 15,000 - 25,000 | per year |
| Payment module (Wave/Orange Money) | 250,000 - 600,000 | one-off |
| SSL certificate | Included | - |
Adding an online payment module (Wave, Orange Money) turns a showcase site into a collection tool, useful for deposits and bookings.
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Mini case study
Kofi, manager of a 9-person consultancy in Lome, chooses the Growth tier at 2,000,000 FCFA (3,050 EUR) for a bilingual site with a blog and booking. Before, he got 4 qualified enquiries a month by word of mouth. After 3 months online with good local SEO, he receives 11 enquiries/month. From those 7 extra leads he signs 1 assignment worth 1,500,000 FCFA. The site pays for itself on the first signed assignment, with a running cost of just 65,000 FCFA/month.
FAQ
Why does a site in Lome cost less than in Europe? Local production costs are lower, but quality stays at international level thanks to a French-speaking nearshore agency. A premium 3,500,000 FCFA site equals a European project of 5,000 EUR and up.
How long to deliver a site in Lome? Between 3 and 6 weeks in 2026, depending on the tier and your content readiness. The Starter tier can ship in 3 weeks.
Can I collect payments online? Yes, via a Wave or Orange Money module (250,000 to 600,000 FCFA one-off). Ideal for deposits, bookings or direct sales.
What annual running budget should I plan? Count hosting (120,000 FCFA/year), the domain (15,000-25,000 FCFA/year) and maintenance (45,000 to 120,000 FCFA/month by tier).
Will the site be bilingual? Yes, French and English are offered from the Growth tier, an asset for targeting international and sub-regional clients.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your target tier (starter, growth or premium), your available content and whether you want online payment: we quote your Lome business website at the right price. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
