The verdict in three sentences
In Dakar in 2026, budget 250,000 to 500,000 FCFA (roughly EUR 380-760) for a 5-page Starter site, 500,000 to 800,000 FCFA for a Growth site with blog, and 800,000 to 1,200,000 FCFA for a Premium site with animation and advanced SEO. A freelancer is cheaper upfront but rarely committed on deadlines and maintenance; a structured agency costs more but secures delivery, warranty and support. The right choice depends on how critical the site is to your revenue.
FCFA grid by tier (2026)
| Tier | Price FCFA | Scope | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 250,000 - 500,000 | 5 pages, responsive, form | 5 to 8 days |
| Growth | 500,000 - 800,000 | + blog, analytics, basic SEO | 8 to 12 days |
| Premium | 800,000 - 1,200,000 | + animation, advanced SEO, bilingual | 10 to 15 days |
On top of this, add managed hosting (25,000 to 75,000 FCFA/month) and maintenance (50,000 to 150,000 FCFA/month) depending on service level.
Freelancer or agency: what drives the quote
| Criterion | Freelancer | Structured agency |
|---|---|---|
| Starter price | 150,000 - 350,000 FCFA | 300,000 - 500,000 FCFA |
| Guaranteed deadline | rarely | contractual |
| Custom design | variable | yes |
| Maintenance | ad hoc | monthly contract |
| Post-delivery warranty | 0 to 1 month | 3 to 12 months |
| Continuity (team) | risk | assured |
A quote rises mostly with: page count, design customisation, content to produce, FR/EN bilingual scope and SEO depth.
Mini case study
Mr Ndiaye, owner of a construction-services SME in Dakar, gets three Growth quotes: 380,000 FCFA (freelancer), 650,000 FCFA (agency), 720,000 FCFA (premium agency). His current site brings 6 requests/month. He picks the 650,000 FCFA agency for its 6-month warranty and local SEO. Within 3 months, requests rise to 11/month, i.e. 5 extra leads. With an average margin of 400,000 FCFA per contract and a 20 % close rate, that is about 4,800,000 FCFA of extra annual margin: the site pays for itself in the first week.
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Why such a gap between freelancer and agency?
The freelancer mostly bills time; the agency bundles design, warranty, maintenance and team continuity. For a revenue-critical site, delivery certainty justifies the 150,000-300,000 FCFA gap.
How much is monthly maintenance?
50,000 to 150,000 FCFA/month for updates, backups, security and small changes. Below that, beware a site left unmonitored after delivery.
How fast will my site go live?
5 to 8 days for a Starter, up to 15 days for Premium. The main delay factor is late delivery of your copy, logos and photos.
Does the price include domain and hosting?
The domain (about 10,000-15,000 FCFA/year) is often included the first year. Managed hosting is billed separately, 25,000 to 75,000 FCFA/month.
Can I pay in instalments via Wave or Orange Money?
Yes: a common schedule is 50 % on order and 50 % on go-live, payable by Wave, Orange Money or bank transfer.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your page count, goals and budget between 250,000 and 1,200,000 FCFA, and we will frame the right tier. 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.
