South Africa's local directory opens in 30 days.
One place to discover the businesses, tradespeople, coaches, restaurants and professionals that make each South African town what it is — and one place for those businesses to be found. We're building founding listings now, by hand, at no cost.
See an example listing
Preview a live SearchLocal listing page.
Far more than a name on a list.
Every founding business gets the full toolkit from day one — no upsell, no tiers to unlock during launch.
Found when people search your town
Someone searches “plumber in Ballito” or “coffee in Knysna” — your business is right there, in the right town, in the right category.
Call, WhatsApp and enquire buttons
One tap to reach you. Every enquiry lands in your inbox with the customer's message and contact details attached.
Directions and opening hours
Your map pin, trading hours, public holiday notes and seasonal changes — so nobody arrives to a closed door.
Real photos of your place
A proper gallery of your shop, your work or your team. Local businesses get chosen on photos long before prices.
Reviews from real locals
Collect reviews from customers who actually walked in. Social proof that lives on your page, not on a screenshot.
Events and specials board
Post market days, live music, tastings, classes and month-end specials to your town's board and fill the room.
Featured in local guides
“Best coffee in Ballito”, “Things to do in Plett” — editorial guides that send readers straight to your listing.
Local Favourite badges
Verified, Claimed and Local Favourite badges that tell visitors this is a business the town actually rates.
See who's looking
Views, calls, direction taps and enquiries, so you know exactly what being listed is bringing through the door.
Starting with the towns people love.
Coastal towns, the Garden Route, the Winelands and the KZN North Coast first — then town by town across South Africa.
Ballito
KZN North Coast
Salt Rock
KZN North Coast
Sheffield Beach
KZN North Coast
uMhlanga
KZN North Coast
Knysna
Garden Route
Sedgefield
Garden Route
Plettenberg Bay
Garden Route
George
Garden Route
Jeffreys Bay
Eastern Cape
St Francis Bay
Eastern Cape
Hermanus
Whale Coast
Stellenbosch
Winelands
Franschhoek
Winelands
Langebaan
West Coast
Oudtshoorn
Klein Karoo
Paarl
Winelands
Nottingham Road
KZN Midlands
Swellendam
Garden Route
Saldanha
West Coast
Howick
KZN Midlands
Margate
KZN South Coast
Trading somewhere else? Put your town on the form and we'll open it next.
Pick the category you want to own.
Founding listings are first come, first placed. Tell us your category on the form and we'll reserve your spot in your town.
Restaurants & Cafés
Coffee shops, bakeries, sit-down restaurants, delis and beachfront bars.
Shops & Boutiques
Independent retail, fashion, décor, surf shops, farm stalls and markets.
Trades & Home Services
Plumbers, electricians, builders, pool care, garden services and handymen.
Health & Wellness
GPs, dentists, physios, chiros, psychologists, dietitians and pharmacies.
Beauty & Hair
Salons, barbers, nails, lashes, skincare, spas and mobile beauty pros.
Sports Coaches & Instructors
Tennis, surf, golf, swim, pilates, running and personal training coaches.
Tourism & Accommodation
Guest houses, self-catering, lodges, B&Bs and holiday rentals.
Professional Services
Attorneys, accountants, estate agents, brokers, architects and designers.
Family & Kids
Pre-schools, tutors, party venues, play centres, aftercare and holiday clubs.
Things to Do
Tours, hikes, boat trips, whale watching, wine tasting and day adventures.
Independent Professionals
Photographers, designers, bookkeepers, chefs and other one-person businesses.
Motoring & Transport
Mechanics, panel shops, tyre fitment, shuttles, transfers and car hire.
We'll build your listing
for you.
Give us four things. Our team writes the listing, pulls your photos and branding, and sorts your town and category. No setup, no fee, no card.
- Founding listing built by hand, free.
- First pick of your category in your town.
- Full listing toolkit unlocked on launch day.
Name, email, mobile, business and website — takes under a minute.
We review your details, choose your town and category and build your listing within 2 business days.
You'll be notified the moment we launch so you can claim your founding placement.
See an example listing
Preview a live SearchLocal listing page.