Services

Mobile App Development in South Africa

Android and iOS apps from one codebase, with the back end, admin tools and app store publishing included.

Discuss your project

Mobile app development covers designing, building and publishing applications for Android and iOS devices, together with the server and admin tools that power them. In South Africa, where Android has the majority of smartphone users and data costs matter, decisions about platforms, app size and offline behaviour have a real impact on adoption.

Mohteknologies typically builds cross-platform apps that share one codebase across Android and iOS, backed by an API and a web-based admin dashboard. We handle the full journey through to Google Play and Apple App Store submission.

Problems we solve

  • Field staff capturing information on paper and re-typing it at the office
  • Customers expecting to book, order, pay or track from their phones
  • A product idea that needs a mobile app as its main interface
  • An existing app with poor reviews, frequent crashes or a codebase nobody wants to touch

Who it's for

  • Businesses with field teams, drivers or technicians
  • Consumer brands, event and ticketing platforms, and marketplaces
  • Startups validating a mobile-first product
  • Companies extending an existing web platform to mobile

Why work with us on mobile app development

Both platforms, one codebase

Cross-platform development reduces build and maintenance effort compared with two separate native apps.

Works with patchy connectivity

Offline storage and background sync where the use case needs it.

Data-conscious

Small downloads, compressed images and efficient APIs to keep data usage low.

Complete package

API, admin dashboard, push notifications and analytics are part of the plan, not afterthoughts.

How we deliver

Every engagement follows our development process, adapted to the work involved.

  1. 01

    Discovery

    We start with your goals, users, constraints and existing systems. The output is a written scope, a prioritised feature list and an honest estimate, so you can decide before committing to a build.

  2. 02

    Platform and architecture decision

    We recommend cross-platform or native based on your features, budget and the devices your users have.

  3. 03

    Design and prototype

    Clickable prototypes tested on real devices before development.

  4. 04

    Build and beta testing

    Iterative builds distributed to testers through TestFlight and Google Play internal testing.

  5. 05

    Store submission

    We prepare listings, privacy declarations and screenshots, and manage review feedback from Apple and Google.

  6. 06

    Launch and support

    We deploy to production, set up monitoring and hand over documentation. After launch we stay on for bug fixes, improvements and new features under a support arrangement that suits you.

Technologies

  • React Native
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • Python
  • PostgreSQL
  • Firebase Cloud Messaging
  • AWS

Integrations

  • Payment gateways such as Paystack and NetCash
  • Maps, GPS and geofencing
  • Push notifications
  • Camera, barcode and QR scanning
  • Existing web platforms and APIs
  • Analytics and crash reporting

Security considerations

  • Secure token storage on the device and encrypted communication with the server
  • Biometric login where appropriate
  • Minimal permissions requested, with clear explanations to users
  • Privacy declarations prepared for the app stores and aligned with POPIA

Performance and reliability

  • Fast start-up times and smooth scrolling on mid-range Android devices
  • Image and payload optimisation to reduce data usage
  • Crash reporting and performance monitoring after release

Mobile App Development: frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to build a mobile app?

It depends on the number of screens and user types, whether you need offline support, payments or real-time features, and how much back-end and admin functionality is required. We give a phased estimate after discovery, often starting with a focused first release.

Do you develop for Android and iOS?

Yes. Most of our apps target both platforms.

Can one codebase support both platforms?

Yes. Cross-platform frameworks let most of the code be shared between Android and iOS. Native code is added only where a feature requires it.

How long does app development take?

A focused first version commonly takes 8 to 14 weeks including testing and store review. Complex apps are released in phases.

Do you publish the app to the app stores?

Yes. We prepare the listings and handle submission, normally under your own developer accounts so you keep ownership.

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Let's talk about what you're building

Whether you have a detailed spec or a rough idea, we'd like to hear about it. Book a free 30-minute discovery call and get an honest view of the right approach.

Contact our software development team