About
South African retail tech, built for independents
We're not a Silicon Valley SaaS import. Mercata is a platform built here, for shop owners who want one capable system — without the commission, the forex, or the runaround.
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Built by a retailer, for retailers
Mercata didn't start in a boardroom — it started on a shop floor. We know what it's like to reconcile stock at 9pm, chase EFT payments, and juggle an online store that doesn't talk to your till. We built the platform we wished we had.
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One engine, many brands
Crafties, Geist, and independent shops across South Africa run on the same Mercata engine — but each customer sees their own brand, their own domain, their own experience. We stay behind the scenes; your shop stays front and centre.
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Local support, no forex
Your invoice arrives in Rand, not dollars. Your support call is answered in a South African time zone by people who understand how local retail works — market days, consignment, debtors, and all.
What we believe
Small retailers deserve enterprise-grade tools without enterprise-grade complexity or cost.
Your sales stay yours
We charge a flat monthly fee. We never take a percentage of what you sell.
One system, not five
Online, in-store, stock, and accounts together — so you're not paying for tools that don't talk.
Grows with you
Start online-only or go full retail. Add debtors or consignment when you need them.
Want to see if Mercata fits your shop?
No hard sell — just an honest conversation about how you sell and what you need.