What we build

Systems that run real businesses.
Not demos. Not templates.

Five categories of software. Twenty years of engineering behind each one. Every project led by a senior engineer who has built and shipped systems that thousands of people use every day.

20+
Years building solutions
100%
Project completion
3
E. Africa countries served
Senior engineers only
Your project doesn't get handed off. The same experienced engineer who scoped the work builds it.
Fixed timelines
If we say two weeks, we mean two weeks. No ambiguity, no moving goalposts, no excuses.
You own everything
Source code, domain, hosting credentials. Everything transfers to you on day one after final payment.
We stay after launch
30 days free support. Monthly retainers available. We don't disappear once the invoice is paid.

Five disciplines.
One studio.

We deliberately keep our service offering focused. Not because we can't build other things but because depth produces better outcomes than breadth. Every service below is something we have built and shipped multiple times, for real clients, in production environments.

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02 — Banking & Financial Systems
Banking & SACCO Systems
"Because your members deserve better than a spreadsheet."
SACCOs, microfinance institutions, and investment cooperatives across Kenya are still running member records in Excel. We build the systems that replace that member portals, loan management engines, savings tracking, and mobile-accessible dashboards.
  • Member registration & KYC management
  • Loan origination, approval workflows & repayment tracking
  • Savings & share capital accounts with statements
  • M-Pesa Daraja & Pesapal payment integration
  • Committee & board reporting dashboards
  • SMS & email notifications to members
03 — Health & Medical Systems
Health & Medical Systems
"Patient care runs on people and the right systems."
Private clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and health chains in Kenya need software that reflects how they actually work — not a one-size-fits-all global product. We build health systems that fit your facility, your staff, and your patients.
  • Patient registration & appointment booking
  • Electronic health records (EHR) with visit history
  • Pharmacy & dispensing management
  • Lab results tracking & doctor notes
  • Billing, NHIF claims & insurance workflows
  • Multi-branch support for clinic franchises
04 — Point of Sale
POS & Retail Systems
"Sell faster. Track everything."
Custom POS software for restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, and multi-branch retail. M-Pesa Lipa Na integrated. Works on tablet, laptop, or dedicated terminal.
  • Sales processing with M-Pesa & card integration
  • Inventory tracking with low-stock alerts
  • Multi-cashier & shift management
  • Daily, weekly & monthly sales reports
05 — School Systems
School Management Systems
"Run the school. Not the paperwork."
Admissions, fee collection, timetables, student portals, and staff management in one platform built for Kenyan private schools and colleges. Replaces eight different spreadsheets with one system.
  • Student admission & records management
  • Fee billing & M-Pesa payment tracking
  • Timetable & attendance management
  • Parent & student portal (web & SMS)
06 — Custom Software
Custom Business Software
"When off-the-shelf doesn't fit."
Not every business fits a template. We build bespoke systems for real estate platforms, logistics trackers, HR portals, membership systems, and anything your business runs on that has no ready-made solution.
  • Requirements & workflow analysis included
  • API integrations with M-Pesa, banks & SMS
  • Web-based no app installation required
  • Training & full documentation on handover
How it works

From first message to live system

No drawn-out discovery phases. No committees. A clear five-step process we follow on every engagement, regardless of project size.

01
You send a message
Fill in the quote form or WhatsApp us. Describe what you need in plain language no technical brief required.
Response within 1 hour
02
Discovery call
A 30-60 minute call or WhatsApp conversation to map your workflow, understand your users, and define what success looks like.
Same day or next morning
03
Written proposal
A clear document covering exactly what we'll build, what we won't, the timeline, and the fixed price. No vague scope.
Within 24 hours
04
Build & review
We build in stages and share progress at each milestone. You review, request changes, and approve before we move forward.
From 7 days
05
Launch & handover
Your system goes live. You receive training, documentation, and all credentials. 30-day free support window begins immediately.
On agreed delivery date
Industries we serve

Built for these industries

We've shipped systems across nine sectors. Each one has its own workflow, compliance requirements, and user expectations and we know them well.

E-Commerce & Online Retail
  • Custom online stores & product catalogues
  • M-Pesa & card payment integration
  • Order management & delivery tracking
  • Abandoned cart & email automation
SACCOs & Cooperatives
  • Member portals & loan management
  • Savings & share capital tracking
  • M-Pesa payment integration
  • Board reporting dashboards
Private Clinics & Hospitals
  • Patient records & appointment booking
  • Pharmacy & lab management
  • NHIF & insurance billing
  • Multi-branch clinic chains
Schools & Colleges
  • Admissions & student records
  • Fee collection & M-Pesa payments
  • Parent & student portals
  • CBC timetabling & attendance
Agri Business
  • Farm produce & inventory management
  • Farmer registration & cooperative portals
  • Supply chain & logistics tracking
  • Market price & weather dashboards
SMEs, Corporates & Enterprise
  • HR portals & staff management systems
  • Internal workflow & approval automation
  • Corporate websites & intranet platforms
  • CRM & client relationship tools
Retail & Hospitality
  • POS for restaurants & supermarkets
  • Hotel booking & room management
  • Multi-branch inventory tracking
  • Online menus & delivery systems
Real Estate & Property
  • Property listing platforms
  • Tenant & rent management
  • Agent CRM systems
  • Lead capture websites
NGOs & Government
  • Beneficiary management systems
  • Grant tracking & reporting portals
  • Event & volunteer management
  • Public-facing information websites
How we compare

Why choose Zayara Labs over a freelancer?

We're not the cheapest option in Nairobi. Here's exactly what the difference in price buys you.

What you're evaluating Zayara Labs Typical junior freelancer Large agency
Experience level 20+ years, senior-led 1-3 years, self-taught Juniors lead on your project
Response time Within 1 hour Days, sometimes never Account manager buffer
Fixed pricing Quoted before work starts Scope creep common Retainer + hourly overages
Post-launch support 30 days free maintenance & training Usually unavailable Billable at agency rates
Platform Security & Payment integration 100% part of the package Varies/ Security not considered Often Not considered
You own the source code 100% no lock-in Often unclear Licensing agreements

Real feedback from real businesses

We don’t cherry-pick. Every client who has worked with us has been asked for honest feedback.

“Our clinic needed a website that patients could actually use to book appointments. We had it live within a week. Three months later it’s our busiest source of new patient enquiries.”
Dr. Annie Njoroge
Director, ZioMed Africa Ltd
“What stood out was the honesty. Before we started, they told us exactly what the site would and wouldn’t do. No surprises. The school portal has been running without issues for eight months.”
Mary Wambui
Principal, Sunrise Academy, Kiambu
“In luxury real estate, every detail matters, from first impressions to client experience. Zayara Labs delivered a website that reflects the sophistication of our properties while making inquiries and bookings seamless for our international clients. The professionalism and speed exceeded our expectations.”
Zayara Luxury
CEO, Zyra Luxury
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