The verdict in three sentences
In Thies in 2026, a professional showcase site costs between 250,000 and 500,000 FCFA (380-760 EUR) and ships in 7 to 15 days, versus 1,000,000 to 2,000,000 FCFA for an e-commerce store with Wave payment. Proximity to Dakar (70 km) pulls prices below the capital's without sacrificing quality. Add maintenance of 25,000 to 75,000 FCFA/month to keep the site secure, updated and well-ranked.
Pricing grid by tier in Thies (2026)
The figures below are 2026 orders of magnitude for a Thies SME, covering design, mobile integration and go-live.
| Tier | FCFA price | EUR price | Pages | Delay | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 250,000 | 380 | 5 | 7 days | Responsive showcase, form, WhatsApp |
| Growth | 500,000 | 760 | 8-10 | 10 days | + Blog, analytics, basic SEO |
| Premium | 1,200,000 | 1,830 | 12+ | 15 days | + Animations, advanced SEO, multilingual |
| E-commerce Starter | 1,000,000 | 1,525 | 50-item catalog | 15 days | Cart, Wave + Orange Money |
| E-commerce Growth | 2,000,000 | 3,050 | Unlimited | 20 days | + Stripe, promo codes, stock |
Delays assume the client provides text and photos on time; every week of content delay pushes delivery back equally.
Freelancer or agency: the real gap
| Criterion | Thies freelancer | Agency (e.g. Kolonell) |
|---|---|---|
| Showcase price | 150,000-300,000 FCFA | 250,000-500,000 FCFA |
| Average delay | 10-25 days | 7-15 days |
| Warranty / support | Variable | Contract + maintenance |
| Wave/OM payment | Often outsourced | Integrated and tested |
| Bug fixes | Outside scope | Included in warranty |
| Local Thies SEO | Rare | Included from Growth |
The freelancer wins on entry price; the agency wins on reliability, met deadlines and post-launch support, which is decisive once the site drives revenue.
Mini case study
Fatou runs a building-materials shop in Thies. She hesitates between a 200,000 FCFA freelancer and the 500,000 FCFA Growth plan. The Growth site, delivered in 10 days with local SEO, brings her 6 quote requests per month via Google searches for "materials Thies". At an average margin of 40,000 FCFA per converted order (2 of 6), she earns 80,000 FCFA/month, recouping the 300,000 FCFA gap in under 4 months. The upfront premium is paid off before the first quarter ends.
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FAQ
Does a site cost less in Thies than in Dakar?
Yes, usually 10 to 20 % less on a showcase, because local competition and overheads are lower. A 300,000 FCFA showcase in Thies often equals 350,000-400,000 FCFA in Dakar.
How much is monthly maintenance?
Between 25,000 and 75,000 FCFA/month depending on tier: security updates, backups, minor edits. Without maintenance, an un-updated WordPress site becomes vulnerable within months.
How fast does my site go live?
Count 7 days for a Starter showcase and up to 20 days for a Growth e-commerce, provided content is supplied quickly. Missing content is the leading cause of delay.
Is Wave payment included?
On e-commerce plans, yes: Wave and Orange Money are integrated and tested before launch, with no hidden cost. Stripe is added on the Growth plan for international customers.
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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.
