Shalem HoldingsSoftware studio · South Africa

We build software. Businesses grow.

Websites, applications and internal systems for South African businesses. We start with what is slowing you down, not with a technology.

What we build

Technology shaped around your next stage of growth.

We start with the business outcome, then combine strategy, design, and engineering to build the right solution.

Launch your presence

Websites

Fast, accessible websites and online stores designed to earn trust, generate leads, and support growth.

  • Business & marketing websites
  • E-commerce experiences
  • Content management & analytics
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Turn an idea into a product

Applications

Focused web and mobile applications built around real users, clear priorities, and a practical path to market.

  • Startup MVPs
  • Customer & team portals
  • Web and mobile products
Discuss your project

Improve how work gets done

Custom Software

Secure systems, integrations, and automation that replace manual work and help established businesses scale.

  • Workflow automation
  • Internal business systems
  • Integrations & modernisation
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Built to be a dependable technology partner

  • Registered South African company
  • Production software delivered
  • Strategy through launch
  • Based in Soweto

Why Shalem

More than development. A partner for the whole journey.

Good software is not measured by how much code is written. It is measured by how clearly it solves the problem, supports its users, and creates value for the business.

01

Business-first thinking

We define the business outcome, users, and priorities before choosing technology or writing code.

02

One connected delivery team

Strategy, product design, engineering, testing, and launch are handled as one joined-up process.

03

Built for real operations

We create practical, maintainable software designed around the people who will use it every day.

04

Clear progress and ownership

You see working progress, understand the decisions, and retain control of the product we build.

Choose your path

Different stages. The same focus on useful software.

Select where your business is today to see how Shalem can help you move forward.

Startup founder

Turn the strongest version of your idea into a product people can use.

We help you reduce uncertainty, choose the right first release, and launch an MVP that can be tested with real customers.

  • Product discovery
  • MVP design and development
  • Launch and iteration
Plan an MVP

How we work

A clear path from business challenge to working software.

Every engagement follows a visible process, with decisions and progress shared throughout the project.

  1. 01

    Discover

    Clarify the opportunity, users, constraints, and measures of success.

  2. 02

    Plan

    Shape the right first release, delivery roadmap, and technical approach.

  3. 03

    Design

    Turn workflows and requirements into an experience people can use confidently.

  4. 04

    Build

    Develop, test, and review the product in visible, practical stages.

  5. 05

    Launch & improve

    Release safely, learn from real use, and evolve the software as the business grows.

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptTypeScriptReactNext.jsTailwind CSSNode.jsExpressPythonDjangoFastAPIJavaSpring BootPHPREST APIsPostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBSupabaseFirebaseRedisAWSAzureVercelDockerGitGitHub ActionsPlaywrightVitest

Technology

Modern tools, chosen for the job.

We select technology for reliability, maintainability, security, and the needs of the product—not because a particular tool is fashionable.

Frontend

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptTypeScriptReactNext.jsTailwind CSS

Backend & APIs

Node.jsExpressPythonDjangoFastAPIJavaSpring BootPHPREST APIs

Data & platforms

PostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBSupabaseFirebaseRedis

Cloud, delivery & quality

AWSAzureVercelDockerGitGitHub ActionsPlaywrightVitest

Where we work

Built in Soweto. Ready to collaborate beyond borders.

Shalem Holdings is grounded in South Africa and structured for modern remote delivery. We can work closely with teams across cities and time zones while keeping communication personal and progress visible.

BaseSoweto, South Africa
DeliveryRemote-ready collaboration
AmbitionTechnology that creates African opportunity
Africa with Shalem Holdings located in Soweto, South Africa
Shalem HQSoweto26.2485° S · 27.8540° E

About Shalem Holdings

A technology partner built close to the businesses we serve.

From our base in Soweto, we combine business understanding, product thinking, design, and engineering to build software that solves real problems and creates measurable value.

Registered companyShalem Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Registration number2025/518721/07
Registered1 July 2025 · In Business

Visit or locate us

Shalem Holdings

1353 Thlanthlangane Street
Diepkloof Ext 3, Soweto
Gauteng, 1864

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The team

The people behind the software.

A small, hands-on team that stays close to your business—from the first conversation about the problem through to the system running in production.

Marc Themba Mbanyele, Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Shalem Holdings

Marc Themba Mbanyele

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Marc Themba Mbanyele is the founder and CEO of Shalem Holdings, a technology company focused on helping ambitious businesses turn ideas and operational challenges into useful software.

Product strategyClient partnershipDelivery
Fezile Kula, Co-Founder at Shalem Holdings

Fezile Kula

Co-Founder

Fezile Kula is the Co-Founder of Shalem Holdings (Pty) Ltd, where he provides strategic leadership focused on building a resilient, purpose-driven enterprise with a long-term vision for sustainable growth. Guided by the belief that exceptional organisations are built on integrity, accountability, and innovation, he is committed to creating value that extends beyond business success.

Business strategyCorporate governanceOperational excellence
Morris Sambo, Software Engineer at Shalem Holdings

Morris Sambo

Software Engineer

Morris Sambo is a software engineer and technology enthusiast passionate about building innovative, reliable, and user-focused digital solutions. He has experience developing web applications and business systems using modern technologies such as Next.js, React, PostgreSQL, Supabase, Git, and Microsoft Azure.

Web applicationsBusiness systemsCloud & data
Naniwe Maqetuka, Shareholder & Executive at Shalem Holdings

Naniwe Maqetuka

Shareholder & Executive

Naniwe Maqetuka is a film producer, creative strategist, business executive, and social impact leader with more than two decades of experience spanning the creative industries, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and community empowerment.

Creative strategyFilm & contentBusiness developmentSocial impact

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Questions before we get started?

Here are the essentials. If your question is not covered, send us a WhatsApp message and we’ll help.

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Do I need a complete product brief?

No. Bring us the business challenge or idea. We will help you clarify the users, priorities, scope, and best first version before development begins.

How long does a project take?

A focused website can take a few weeks; larger applications take longer. After discovery, your proposal will include clear phases, milestones, and a realistic delivery schedule.

Will I own the finished software?

Ownership, handover, and any third-party licences are agreed before development begins. Your proposal will clearly state what you own and what access, documentation, and support you receive.

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What could better software make possible?

Tell us about your idea, challenge, or opportunity. We will help you identify a practical next step—no complete brief required.

Startup and business focusedStrategy through deliveryProduction software deliveredBased in Soweto, serving South Africa

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