Websites and apps that win you customers.
We're a Kigali-based team that designs and builds websites, mobile apps and payment-ready platforms, including mobile money. You get a fixed quote up front and a team that works during your business hours.
Companies we've built for
About Plankton
Building digital excellence.
Founded in 2018 with a bold conviction: African businesses deserve world-class digital products. From our office in Kigali, we work with startups and businesses in Rwanda and remotely with clients across Africa and Europe.
We build websites, mobile apps, and custom software, blending creativity, precision engineering, and a relentless client focus.
Our Mission
Empower businesses across Africa and Europe with innovative digital solutions that unite strategy, creativity, and engineering excellence.
Our Vision
To be the house of excellence where technology, creativity, and innovation converge to shape the future of digital transformation.
Our Values
- Excellence without compromise
- Integrity & transparency
- Purpose-driven innovation
- Client-first mindset
Plankton · Est. 2018
Kigali, Rwanda · Remote across Africa & Europe
What We Offer
Our Services
End-to-end software solutions tailored to your goals, from sleek web apps to scalable mobile experiences and beyond.
Custom Software Development
Develop tailored software solutions to meet specific client needs, such as web applications, mobile apps, enterprise software, or desktop applications.
Web Development
Build responsive and interactive websites using modern web technologies, frameworks, and content management systems.
Mobile App Development
Create mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms, ranging from native apps to cross-platform or hybrid solutions.
Product Prototyping
Assist clients in developing minimum viable products (MVPs) and prototypes to validate their ideas, gather user feedback, and attract potential investors.
Software Testing & Quality Assurance
Ensure your applications run flawlessly through comprehensive testing services during and after development. We provide functional, usability, performance, and security testing to guarantee quality at every stage.
E-commerce Development
Develop online stores and e-commerce platforms, integrating payment gateways, inventory management systems, and other essential features to facilitate online transactions.
Software Consultancy
Provide clients with expert guidance and consultancy services on various aspects of software development and technology implementation.
Why Plankton
Why companies choose Plankton
We deliver software built for impact: secure, scalable, and focused on measurable outcomes for your business.
Fixed Quotes, Clear Timelines
You get a fixed price and a realistic timeline before any work starts. We share progress every week, so there are no surprises on cost or delivery.
Full-Stack Expertise
From UI design to backend architecture and deployment, our team handles every layer of your product under one roof. No handoffs, no gaps.
Your Hours, Not Ours
Kigali runs on UTC+2, the same clock as Central Europe in summer and one hour ahead in winter. We're online during your working day, on WhatsApp, email or video call.
Seamless Integration
We build software that fits your existing tools, workflows, and infrastructure: clean architecture, modern stack, built to scale with your business.
Our Process
How We Work
A transparent, collaborative process designed to deliver results on time. We work remotely from Kigali, on hours that overlap with yours.
Discovery & Strategy
We start by understanding your business goals, target audience, and technical requirements to craft a clear, tailored roadmap.
Design & Prototype
Our designers create wireframes and interactive prototypes so you can see and feel your product before a single line of code is written.
Build & Test
We develop with clean, scalable code and run comprehensive tests at every stage, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.
Launch & Support
We deploy your product and stay by your side, monitoring, optimizing, and supporting you as your business grows.
Transparent Pricing
Our Packages
Starting prices for typical projects. After a short call you get a fixed quote for your exact scope, with no hidden fees.
Web Development
Starter Website
Perfect for individuals, freelancers or small businesses getting online.
- Up to 5 Pages
- Responsive Design
- Contact Form
- Basic SEO Setup
- 1 Year Hosting + Domain
Business Website
Best for growing companies that need a strong digital presence.
- Up to 10 Pages
- Custom Design
- Advanced SEO
- Speed Optimisation
- Blog / News Integration
- WhatsApp Integration
- 1 Year Hosting + Domain
E-Commerce Store
Ideal for online shops of any size. Unlimited products included.
- Unlimited Products
- Payment Integration
- Order Management
- Inventory & Reports
- 1 Year Hosting + Domain
Corporate Website
Great for organisations needing full content control and room to grow.
- Multi-page Website
- Content Management System
- Security Enhancements
- Analytics Dashboard
- Priority Support
- 1 Year Hosting + Domain
Mobile Apps
Basic Mobile App
Suitable for startups needing a simple functional app.
- Basic UI Design
- 3–5 Screens
- Authentication
- Push Notifications
- Cross-platform (Android + iOS)
Standard Mobile App
Perfect for businesses needing a polished, scalable mobile app.
- Custom UI/UX
- API Integration
- Payment Integration
- Push Notifications
- Analytics Dashboard
- Cross-platform (Android + iOS)
Advanced Mobile App
Ideal for companies needing complex app systems with dashboards.
- Complex App with Backend
- Real-time Features
- Admin Dashboard
- Advanced Security
- Custom Integrations
- Cross-platform (Android + iOS)
Work With Us
Ready to build something great together?
Not sure which package fits? Send us a short brief and we'll come back with a fixed quote tailored to your project.
Send a Brief
Tell us what you want to build. A few lines is enough to start.
Discovery Call
We jump on a 30-min call to understand scope, timeline, and goals.
We Get to Work
You receive a clear proposal, then we build. On time, with full transparency.
We build:
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Client Voices
What Our Clients Say
In their own words.
"Plankton built the Edges Design Group website with a real understanding of what an architecture and interior design firm needs: a portfolio that lets our projects speak for themselves. The site is fast, looks great on every device, and we can update our projects ourselves. The team was responsive and easy to work with from start to finish."
"We wanted a website that reflects how Rise Group approaches architecture and construction: bold, clean and precise. Plankton delivered exactly that, with smooth animations and a layout that puts our projects first. They listened to our ideas, moved quickly and made the whole process simple."
Our Stack
Technologies We Use
Our toolkit includes the latest and most reliable technologies to build robust, scalable software.