E-commerceFeatured2024
Venda Khona
Complete marketplace platform for Eswatini with buyer/seller tools and offline mode.
My role · Full-stack Developer & Product Designer
About this project
Venda Khona is a comprehensive digital marketplace designed specifically for Eswatini and Southern Africa. The platform addresses regional challenges including intermittent connectivity with an offline-first architecture, location-based services, and dual interfaces for buyers and sellers.
Key Features
- Offline Browsing: Cache-first design works without internet
- Location Intelligence: Smart filtering by region, city, and interactive maps
- Shop Customization: Brandable storefronts with blogs and promotions
- Built-in Messaging: Secure chat between buyers and sellers
- Service Booking: Time slot scheduling for service providers
- Comparison Tools: Side-by-side product comparison with favorites system
- Seller Dashboard: Complete order management, analytics, and inventory tracking
The platform supports both product sales and service bookings with negotiable pricing, and integrates with local payment preferences.
Tech stack
- Next.js
- React
- Node.js
- MongoDB
- Redis
- Mapbox
- Chakra UI
- Vercel
- Service Workers
At a glance
- Platforms
- Buyer + Seller interfaces
- Offline
- Cache-first architecture
- Features
- Maps, chat, booking system
Screens
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