From personal brands and portfolios to custom apps and automation tools — we help individuals and creators turn ideas into polished digital products. Built from scratch. No templates. Priced for South Africa.
Whether it's your first website, a personal app idea, or software to run your freelance work — we build it from scratch, to your spec, at South African pricing.
A personal portfolio, CV site, freelance landing page, or idea you've been sitting on — built properly, to your spec, at South African pricing. First month hosting included.
A booking tool, client portal, side-project SaaS, or custom app you've been trying to figure out — designed around your exact logic, built in React or whatever fits best.
Every package is available as a once-off build or a flexible monthly plan. First month hosting always included.
Every project follows a structured process. You know exactly what's happening at every stage — from the first call to deployment and ongoing support.
BuildsByBuchanan is a Cape Town-based software and automation company building custom business systems, workflow automation, web applications, and operational tools for South African businesses — from a first online presence to a fully integrated technology platform.
Founded by Sivario Buchanan and Enrico Fortuin, we operate as a focused two-person studio. Sivario leads design and development. Enrico — who previously ran Fortune Consulting — handles client relations and project operations. You deal directly with us throughout every project.
We work with businesses that need reliable, production-grade technology — not page-builder templates, not offshore outsourcing, not vague delivery timelines. Every project is scoped precisely, built to specification, and delivered with post-launch support available as standard.
Sivario Buchanan builds it. Enrico Fortuin (formerly Fortune Consulting) handles operations. You deal with us directly — personal or business project, start to finish.
Pricing is clear and built for the South African market. Get in touch and we'll give you a breakdown.
Not sure where to start? Describe your business and what you want to automate, build, or improve. We'll recommend the right approach and give you a clear, no-obligation quote — no sales pressure.