Sell On We R Local

Join SA’s Marketplace For
Locals Only

Get your local brand the attention and growth it deserves

Expand Your Reach

With collective marketing efforts your
brand will be exposed to more
customers across SA.

Optimise Growth

Greater exposure will lead to an
increase in sales
 

Efficient Processes

Efficient systems to create easy vendor
creation in the marketplace, right down to processing orders.

Start Selling With We R Local In 5 Easy Steps

Apply

Complete an application telling us
about your business

Approval

We will review your application and
get back to you within 7 working days

Submit Requirements

Complete your application by submitting the
required documentation, and information and images for us to set up your shop online

Sales

Once your products are live, start preparing
for orders.

Growth

Boost sales by additional marketing
on We R Local
Apply To Sell

FAQ For Sellers

1Who can become a vendor or list their business in our local directory?
  • If you are a small business that sells products that are made in South Africa, then you are welcome to apply to become a vendor or list your business in our directory.
  • Products must be designed and manufactured locally, but raw materials may originate from abroad.
2What is the difference between a vendor and a business listed in our Local Directory?
  • A vendor is someone who wishes to sell products on our marketplace.
  • A listing in the Local Directory is a business that does not utilise our market to sell products, but to rather advertise their local business. Your landing page will display details on what your business offers, a few images, your logo, contact details and links to your website and social media handles.
3What can I sell on We R Local?
  • Any products that are designed and locally made.
  • Products that are not allowed to be sold on We R Local include:
    • Finished imported goods
    • Products which infringe copyright
    • Adult content and pornographic items
    • Illegal, hazardous or dangerous Items
    • Human or Animal parts
    • Alcohol
    • Nicotine, E-cigarettes and E-liquid
    • Pills, herbal remedies
4How do I apply to become a vendor?
  • Click on the Apply to Sell on the website and complete the form.
  • We will then review your application and get back to you within 7 working days.
  • Once approved, final documentation will need to be completed and you will need to submit the necessary information and images.
5What does it cost to become a vendor?
  • There are no registration fees.
  • A month-to-month contract, with a one-month calendar notice.
  • There is a minimal commission levied on sales, which constitutes an admin fee and a payment processing fee.
  • Monthly subscription packages are from as little as R149 per month, payable by monthly debit order.
6How do I know when I have an order?
You will receive an email from We R Local notifying you that you have an order to fulfill.
7How do I process the order?
In the email sent notifying you of the order, all details required to process and ship the order will be included.
8How do I get paid?
Depending on the package selected, you will either get paid:
  • Weekly
  • OR twice a month, on the 15th and last day of the month. If the 15th or last day of the month falls on a public holiday or weekend, payments will be made on the next working day.