Reach more customers
Get discovered by thousands of customers in your area actively searching for the services you offer. No more cold calls or flyers.
- Targeted lead generation
- Local-area visibility
- Verified profile trust
For service providersGrow your service business
Grow your service business
with Shumaya
Shumaya connects trusted local service providers with customers who need work done. Get more leads, manage jobs in one place, and get paid on time — every time.
3,500+Providers
R42M+Paid out
4.7★Avg rating
68,000+Jobs done
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New job requestGeyser repair · Thohoyandou
R1 200Requested 2 min ago
Tomorrow · 09:00
2.4 km from your area
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78% toward your R12k monthly goalWeekly payoutCompleted · Today 14:32
R8 950What is Shumaya?
Your new business partner
Shumaya is the trusted marketplace where customers find, book and pay verified service providers. We handle the marketing, customer acquisition, payment security and paperwork — so you can focus on doing what you do best.
Customers find you
Every day thousands of people use Shumaya to find plumbers, electricians, cleaners, painters and more. We match them to providers in their area.
You choose the work
Quote only on the jobs that fit your schedule, skill and price. No pressure. No wasted time. Turn notifications on and accept requests on the go.
Secure & on-time pay
Customers pay upfront into escrow. Work complete? Funds are released to your bank account within 24 hours. No more awkward pay-chases.
Why join Shumaya
Everything you need to thrive
We built Shumaya for service providers first. Every feature — from leads to payments — is designed to help you run a better business.
Grow your revenue
Set your own rates, accept more jobs, and get paid securely. Earn up to 3× more than traditional referrals.
- No listing fees
- No monthly subscriptions
- Pay only when you win jobs
Manage jobs with ease
Accept bookings, schedule jobs, message customers and track payments — all from one simple dashboard.
- Smart calendar & scheduling
- Customer chat & reminders
- Invoice & payout tracking
Build your reputation
Every completed job is another chance to earn a 5-star review. Great reviews → more jobs → premium rates.
Top RatedVerified Provider
- Verified-provider badge
- Customer review system
- Featured profile boost
Trusted & protected
Customer payments are held securely until the job is done to your customer's satisfaction. No more chasing cash.
- Secure payment escrow
- Dispute resolution support
- Job protection included
Support when you need it
Our local team is here to help — onboarding, profile setup, customer issues, anything.
- Dedicated success manager
- Fast chat & phone support
- Free profile optimisation tips
How it works
Join Shumaya in 4 simple steps
From application to first payout in under a week. Most providers receive their first job request within 48 hours of being approved.
1
Apply in 5 minutes
Create your free profile, tell us about your business and the services you offer. Upload your docs and ID.
2
We verify you
Our team reviews your application, runs a quick check and approves your profile — usually within 48 hours.
3
Get job requests
Customers send requests matching your category, location and availability. You choose which jobs to quote on.
4
Do great work & get paid
Win the job, schedule, complete the work, get rated. Payment is released to you within 24 hours. Repeat.
Pricing & fees
Simple, pay-for-results pricing
We only get paid when you get paid. No hidden costs, ever.
For providers
Starter
R0/month
Free forever profile. Perfect for getting started.
- Free profile listing
- Unlimited category listings
- Customer chat & reviews
- Secure payments
- 12% service fee on completed jobs
Most popular
Pro
R150/month
Reduced fees for Top Rated & Verified providers.
- Everything in Starter
- Top Rated badge boost
- Verified provider profile
- Featured in category results
- 8% service fee on completed jobs
Teams & agencies
Business
R800/month
Custom pricing for teams of 5+ tradespeople. Talk to us.
- Everything in Pro
- Multi-user team dashboard
- Dedicated success manager
- API & CRM integrations
- 5–7% service fee (volume based)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Still have questions? Message our provider team any time.
How much does it cost to join Shumaya?
Nothing to list. No monthly subscriptions, no joining fees. We only take a small service fee when you successfully complete a job paid through Shumaya.
Who is Shumaya for?
Any independent tradesperson, small business or agency that delivers home, maintenance or professional services — plumbing, electrical, cleaning, carpentry, painting, appliance repair, gardening, moving, handymen and more.
How do I get paid?
The customer pays into secure Shumaya escrow before the job starts. Once the work is marked complete (and any review window passes), funds are released to your linked bank account within 24 hours.
What documents do I need to sign up?
You need accurate business and contact details to apply. Trade certificates and ID help us verify faster once document upload is available in the Provider app; for now staff review the information you submit on the form.
Can I join if I am a one-person business?
Yes! 60% of our top-performing providers are single-trader businesses. Whether you are a one-person band or a 10-person team, Shumaya scales with you.
What areas does Shumaya operate in?
We are live across Limpopo (Thohoyandou, Sibasa, Makhado, Tshikombani, Musina, Polokwane, Giyani, Tzaneen) and growing. Apply now — we notify providers in new areas as soon as we launch.
Ready to grow your business?
Create your free profile in under 5 minutes. Most providers get their first job request within 48 hours of being approved.
No credit card required. Free forever profile. Pay only when you get paid.