Urumuri-Organisation/rwanda-artisan-ecommerce

The Local Artisans E-Commerce Platform is a digital marketplace designed to support and promote local artisans in Rwanda. The platform enables artisans to create online stores, showcase handcrafted products, manage inventory, receive payments, and connect with customers both locally and internationally. # Local Artisans E-Commerce Platform > Empowering Rwandan artisans through digital commerce, secure payments, and accessible online marketplaces. --- # Table of Contents * Introduction * Problem Statement * Solution Overview * Project Goals * Key Features * System Architecture * Technology Stack * Project Structure * API Design * Installation Guide * Development Roadmap * Testing Strategy * Security Considerations * Future Enhancements * Contributing * License --- # Introduction The **Local Artisans E-Commerce Platform** is a digital marketplace designed to support and promote local artisans in Rwanda. The platform enables artisans to create online stores, showcase handcrafted products, manage inventory, receive payments, and connect with customers both locally and internationally. The project aims to address challenges faced by artisans who often rely on traditional markets with limited visibility and sales opportunities. --- # Problem Statement Many talented artisans face the following challenges: * Limited access to online marketplaces * Lack of digital marketing skills * Difficulty managing inventory * Restricted customer reach * Limited access to secure online payment systems * High costs of creating and maintaining e-commerce websites As a result, many artisans struggle to expand their businesses and increase income. --- # Solution Overview This platform provides: ✅ Dedicated digital storefronts for artisans ✅ Product catalog management ✅ Secure payment processing ✅ Inventory tracking ✅ Order management ✅ Customer reviews and ratings ✅ Mobile-friendly user experience ✅ Educational resources for digital literacy By centralizing these services into one platform, artisans can focus on creating products while the system handles the digital business operations. --- # Project Goals ## Primary Goals * Enable artisans to sell products online * Increase product visibility nationally and internationally * Simplify inventory managem …