THE HIVE JOURNAL
Notes from the hive
Practical, honest notes on websites, brands and going online - written for Kenyan businesses, useful anywhere.
OCTOBER 12, 2026 / 2 MIN READ
How much does a website cost in Kenya? An honest 2026 guide
Real KSh ranges for landing pages, business websites and web apps in Kenya - what actually changes the price, and when a cheap template ends up costing more.
Read the noteOCTOBER 12, 2026 / 2 MIN READ
Taking your Mombasa business online - the 5-step plan that actually works
You do not need to 'go digital'. You need five moves that turn a Mombasa business into one customers find, trust and message - in that order.
Read the noteOCTOBER 12, 2026 / 2 MIN READ
One page or a full website? What your small business actually needs
A one-page site is not 'half a website'. Sometimes it is the smartest money you will spend. Here is how to choose - and the middle path that grows with you.
Read the noteOCTOBER 12, 2026 / 2 MIN READ
Booking systems that pay for themselves
Missed calls and tangled WhatsApp threads quietly drain salons, clinics and tutors. A simple booking flow plugs the leak - here is where it pays off fastest.
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