Mobile App
Development
iOS, Android or cross-platform — TENET designs and develops high-performance mobile applications for African businesses. From mockup to store deployment, we manage the entire project.
The mobile app you need
We work with you to choose the technical approach best suited to your project, budget and timeline.
Cross-Platform App
One codebase for iOS and Android simultaneously. React Native or Flutter cut costs and timelines in half without compromising on quality or native performance.
- iOS + Android in a single project
- React Native or Flutter
- Near-native performance
- 2x cheaper than two native apps
- Simultaneous updates on both platforms
- Publication on App Store & Play Store
Native iOS App
Application developed in Swift for iPhone and iPad. Maximum performance, perfect integration of Apple features (Face ID, Siri, Apple Pay, widgets).
- Swift / SwiftUI
- Apple Human Interface Guidelines design
- Face ID / Touch ID
- Apple Pay integrated
- Push notifications
- App Store submission included
Native Android App
Android app developed in Kotlin for smartphones and tablets. Optimised for the African market where Android represents over 80% of devices.
- Kotlin / Jetpack Compose
- Material Design 3
- Mobile Money payment integrated
- Offline-first mode
- Push notifications
- Google Play Store submission included
Prototype & Mockups
Before coding, visualise your product. We design high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes in Figma or Adobe XD to validate your concept and guide development.
- Wireframes & lo-fi mockups
- High-fidelity design (Figma / Adobe XD)
- Interactive & clickable prototype
- Design System & reusable components
- Animations & micro-interactions
- Developer handoff included
Everything your app needs
We integrate the features that make the difference for your users and your business in Africa.
Mobile Money Payments
Orange Money, MTN Mobile Money, Wave and other local payment solutions integrated. Your app accepts payments where your customers are.
Geolocation
Interactive maps, real-time tracking, route calculation and location-based services for your users.
Push Notifications
Keep your users engaged with personalised notifications, promotions, reminders and real-time alerts.
Cloud Sync
Data synchronised in real-time between app and server. Access from any device, even offline with local cache.
Messaging & Chat
Real-time chat, notifications, groups and media sharing. Keep your users connected with each other.
Built-in Analytics
Dashboards, usage statistics, conversion funnels and reports to drive your app's growth.
Secure Authentication
Biometric login (Face ID, fingerprint), SMS OTP, OAuth (Google, Facebook) and secure JWT.
AI & Chatbot Integration
Add an AI assistant, personalised recommendations or a chatbot directly inside your mobile application.
From idea to the App Store
Scoping
Definition workshop: features, user targets, key journeys, information architecture and technology choices. Alignment before coding.
UX/UI Design
Interactive prototypes and high-fidelity mockups in Figma. UX testing with real users to validate journeys before development.
Development
2-week agile sprints. Access to a test version each sprint to follow progress. Backend API, integrations and features delivered incrementally.
QA Testing
Functional testing, load testing, security testing and testing on real devices (iPhone, Samsung, Tecno, Infinix). Zero blocking bugs at delivery.
Deployment
Submission and publication on the App Store (Apple) and Google Play Store. We manage the validation process and any store feedback.
Iterations
Regular updates, new features, bug fixes and continuous optimisations. Your app grows with your business.
The best tools for your app
React Native
Meta's cross-platform framework. Near-native performance, iOS/Android code sharing, rich ecosystem and massive community.
Flutter
Google's Dart framework. Identical rendering across all platforms, excellent performance and highly customisable UI.
Swift / SwiftUI
Apple's native language for iOS and macOS. Maximum performance, full Apple API integration and native design.
Kotlin / Jetpack
Google-recommended native Android language. Concise, safe code, perfectly integrated with the modern Android ecosystem.
Backend & API
REST or GraphQL API in Laravel/Node.js, PostgreSQL/MySQL database, JWT authentication, secure cloud hosting.
Firebase / Supabase
Backend as a Service for apps requiring real-time, push notifications, analytics and auth without complex server infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
How much does mobile app development cost?
A cross-platform app (iOS + Android) starts from 600,000 FCFA for a simple app with basic features. A native iOS or Android app starts at 750,000–900,000 FCFA. Complex projects with backend, payments, geolocation and AI can exceed 2,000,000 FCFA. Contact us for an accurate quote based on your project.
How long does it take to develop a mobile app?
A simple application is delivered in 6 to 10 weeks. A medium-complexity app (payments, authentication, API) takes 10 to 16 weeks. A complex application with advanced features may require 4 to 6 months. We work in agile sprints with deliverables every 2 weeks.
Cross-platform or native — which to choose?
Cross-platform (React Native, Flutter) suits the vast majority of projects: lower costs, shorter timelines, a single team for iOS and Android, with near-native performance. Native development (Swift/Kotlin) is only recommended if your app requires extreme performance, deep hardware integration, or platform-specific features. We advise you on the best choice for your case.
Do you handle store publishing?
Yes. We manage the entire publishing process: developer account creation (App Store Connect, Google Play Console), store visual preparation, ASO-optimised description writing, submission and validation follow-up. Developer account fees ($100/year for Apple, $25 one-time for Google) remain your responsibility.
Will the app work without internet?
It depends on the features. We can develop in "offline-first" mode: data is stored locally and synchronised with the server as soon as the connection is restored. This is particularly important for the African market where connectivity can be unstable. We assess with you which features need to work offline.
Launch your mobile app
now
Share your idea with us. We study your project and send you a detailed technical and commercial proposal within 48h.