Website pricing in Kenya varies widely because the phrase 'a website' covers very different pieces of work. A one-page landing page for a single campaign is not the same project as a multi-page business website with a content management system, contact workflows and search visibility work.
The variables that move the price most are the number of pages and templates, whether copy and imagery already exist, whether you need a content management system, how much custom design is involved, and whether ongoing management is included after launch.
A practical way to budget is to separate the build from the running costs. The build is a one-off investment. Hosting, domain renewal, updates, monitoring and support are recurring, and businesses that ignore them usually pay more later to repair a neglected site.
Before requesting quotes, write down what the website must achieve — enquiries, bookings, credibility with corporate clients, or product visibility. A clear objective makes quotes comparable, because you can see what each proposal actually delivers against that goal.