Reliable job leads
We market your services to households, businesses, and lodges, delivering qualified requests matched to your skills and availability.
Our story
Built in Namibia, for Namibia
Handyman, by Datalani Technology, empowers skilled technicians while providing property owners with dependable workmanship, transparent pricing, and a friendly experience. Our Windhoek and Ondangwa offices support vetted providers operating across all 14 regions of Namibia.
30+
Full-time specialists
12
Regional partner teams
2023
Founded in Windhoek
Why service providers choose Handyman
Join for just N$200 per handyman per month with a 2-month trial, and unlock a steady pipeline of work across Namibia.
Business tools included
Manage visit notes, collect client feedback, and keep messaging visible in one app. Every subscription includes support from the Datalani helpdesk.
Community & growth
Tap into knowledge-sharing sessions, trade meetups, and marketing guidance to expand your reach.
Requirements and verification
We vet every handyman carefully so clients can hire with confidence.
Documents you’ll need
- Valid Namibian ID or passport
- Recent police clearance certificate
- Proof of address or trade licence
- Relevant trade certificates, portfolio photos, or references
- Banking details for secure payouts
Steps to get onboarded
- Apply via the Handyman app or visit a Datalani regional office.
- Upload or submit your documents for verification.
- Attend orientation covering app usage, safety, and customer care.
- Activate your N$200/month subscription after the 2-month trial and start accepting jobs.
The review process typically takes 3–5 business days once all documents are received.
Pricing & payout model
Customers book for free
Property owners and facility managers pay zero booking fees. They settle costs directly with their chosen service provider once work is approved.
This encourages more job requests, keeping the marketplace active for registered handymen.
Service providers pay N$200/month
Your monthly subscription (after a 2-month introductory trial) covers platform access, verification, marketing, and ongoing support from Datalani Technology.
- Subscription is per active handyman profile
- Cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice
- Keep 100% of labour fees and agreed markups
Frequently asked questions
How many jobs can I accept each month?
There’s no limit. Take on as many jobs as you can handle — just keep your calendar updated so clients see accurate availability.
Can I register a team instead of a single handyman?
Yes. Each active technician profile requires its own N$200 subscription, and supervisors can manage multiple profiles within one company dashboard.
What happens if a client doesn’t pay?
Datalani’s support team mediates disputes, and our terms require clients to pay before technicians mark a job as complete. We record the outcome to protect your rating.
Do you supply tools or transport?
No. Handyman connects verified service providers with customers—just like other marketplace platforms. Each provider manages their own tools, materials, transport, and logistics.
Powered by Datalani Technology
Datalani.com supplies the marketplace software, customer support, and operational processes that keep Handyman running smoothly for everyone involved.
Marketplace platform
Datalani builds and maintains the Handyman mobile and web apps, ensuring seamless job matching, status tracking, and secure communication.
Payments & compliance
We manage subscription billing, payout processing, and document verification so technicians can focus on their craft.
Growth partnerships
Datalani’s innovation programmes help artisans access business clinics, marketing opportunities, and larger maintenance contracts.
Why we started
Maintenance headaches are a reality for every Namibian property owner — from city apartments to remote safari lodges. We saw neighbours struggling to find vetted tradespeople, and artisans battling to manage their schedules and admin. Handyman bridges that gap.
- Transparent pricing and digital updates for clients
- Fair jobs, shared standards, and ongoing support for technicians
- Holistic property care that extends beyond quick fixes
Our promise
Wherever you are in Namibia, you’ll always have a reliable partner ready to respond, repair, and improve.
Handyman product capabilities
A modern marketplace application couples a Flutter front-end with PHP APIs so every visit, safety check, and payment stays visible and accountable.
User authentication & profiles
- Customer and handyman sign-up/login with persistent sessions
- Profile editing for contact details, addresses, and avatar management
- Role-aware navigation tabs and tailored home dashboards
- Visit history tracking, check-in/out logs, and emergency alerts
Customer experience
- Filterable search by category, city, or rating with quick chips
- Guided booking workflow for preferred time, urgency, and service notes
- Booking management with status updates, cancellations, and reviews
- In-app messaging, saved addresses, notification centre, and support hub
- Ratings and reviews that keep top-performing providers visible to the community
Handyman toolkit
- Dashboard stats, availability toggle, and new request previews
- Jobs screen with status tabs plus day/week/month filters
- Accept, reject, check-in/out, and completion flows on every job
- Services manager, earnings summary, work history, and support access
- Live ratings and reviews that showcase workmanship and unlock more bookings
Shared UX enhancements
- Consistent spacing, responsive layouts, and accessibility helpers
- “View all reviews” modal for deeper handyman profiles
- Auto-clearing search and filter chips with resilient base-URL handling
- Utility helpers for title case, Namibian phone formatting, and distance calculations
Service APIs & local services
- Authentication endpoints for login, registration, and profile persistence (with base64 avatars)
- Handyman search, profile, availability, and admin approval scripts
- Booking, messaging, safety, notification, review, and category APIs
- Shared providers for auth/bookings/notifications plus geolocation, address storage, and push notification stubs
Values that guide us
Safety first
We comply with Namibian building regulations and conduct ongoing safety training, ensuring every job site protects our crew and your property.
Community impact
We hire locally, buy locally, and empower artisans with mentorship and shared best practices to grow sustainable careers.
Honest communication
From the first job request to the final sign-off, expect clear updates, realistic timelines, and accountability.
Leadership team
Cross-functional professionals combining technical expertise with customer care.
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Festus Alpheus
Software Specialist & Application Analyst
With 5 years of experience, Festus designs the Handyman platform architecture, ensures secure integrations, and keeps the marketplace aligned with Datalani Technology’s digital standards.
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Abner Alpheus
Operations Director & Master Technician
Founder of abiref.com with 15+ years in electrical and refrigeration work, Abner oversees technician onboarding, field safety, and regional growth across all 14 regions.
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Michael Amutenya
Support & Customer Success Lead
Drawing on 5 years of support experience, Michael leads the helpdesk, messaging workflows, and customer education to keep every booking running smoothly.
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Simeon Hanghome
Clearance & Registrar Officer
With 3 years coordinating compliance, Simeon manages identity checks, police clearances, and the registrar process that keeps our marketplace vetted and trustworthy.
Milestones
Moments that shaped how we serve Namibians today.
2018
Handyman launched in Windhoek
We started with a small crew of five artisans focused on emergency repairs for residential clients.
2023
Idea took shape
After researching nationwide maintenance gaps, the Datalani Technology team began designing the Handyman marketplace concept.
2025
App & website launch
The Handyman platform officially launched, providing real-time job tracking, digital payments, and verified technician coverage across all 14 regions.
Join the Handyman partner network
Are you a technician or contractor committed to quality? Let’s collaborate to serve more communities.