Technology is reshaping the ecommerce landscape in Africa
E-commerce in Africa is experiencing a revolution driven by technology. However, challenges such as infrastructure limitations, cultural diversity, and online fraud need to be addressed. The future of e-commerce in Africa looks promising, with increased digital inclusion, expansion of services, innovations in last-mile delivery, cybersecurity focus, and the rise of local entrepreneurs. Overall, technology is driving the growth and potential of e-commerce in Africa.
Adventure called – Doing online business in Africa
Africa, often hailed as the cradle of civilization, is now poised to become the epicenter of a new wave of online business opportunities. With over 1.3 billion people and a growing middle class, the African continent is teeming with potential for entrepreneurs and businesses looking to tap into the digital market. Here I want to…
Payment Fees & Process
Shopnest ensures payment processes and fees are transparent and clear at all times. That’s why we exclusively utilize Paystack as our trusted payment service provider. Here’s what you need to know below: Transaction Fees: Local transactions incur a fee of 1.5% + NGN 100. However, the NGN 100 fee is waived for transactions under NGN…
Our Guide To Setting Product Tax
By default 0% tax is added to your products prices. In order to set your product tax, it’s essential to set up a 7.5% VAT on your products prices. Begin by accessing the product settings and selecting “Taxable,” then opt for “Standard VAT” Once activated, each invoice will include 7.5% VAT, clearly displayed in the…
Shopnest’s Order And Delivery Processing
Upon receiving a buyer’s order notification via email, the order will automatically appear in the orders section of your Vendor Dashboard. Promptly update your order status and expected delivery time. Access the order details and initiate delivery arrangements by selecting “Create Delivery Order.” It’s important to note the buyer’s chosen delivery method: either through Shopnest’s…
Vendor Dashboard
All adjustments, store, product setup, changes, order processing, and delivery actions take place on the Vendor Dashboard (also called Seller Dashboard). Feel free to discover many other useful features available but not described in too much detail here. So, to dig in, go to your Account page and click “Go to Vendor Dashboard” On the sidebar, you will…
Prepare products in your store
1. On Vendor Dashboard go to the “Products” section to insert the goods you want to start selling. Click “Add new Product” to insert the data. You can publish as many products as you have the slots available in your subscription package. 2. Pay attention to product category – this is important because your product will be displayed particularly…
Shipping
There are two delivery options available: Note that the customer is the one picking the delivery type while checking out the order. So, make sure you pay attention and explain your Shipping and delivery terms well. Set your shipping policy on the Vendor Dashboard > Settings > Shipping.
Publish your store and products
Adding products to your shop they will automatically be set to draft status. The product statuses turn to “Draft” automatically when your subscription expires. To publish products, you need to change the status to “Online” & “Visible” under the product settings: The second and faster alternative to publish your products in bulk is selecting Bulk…