The verdict in three sentences
In a law firm, notary office or corporate legal department in Dakar, the assistant or clerk spends much of the week writing, proofreading and filing, exactly the tasks where AI saves time. The course Write, analyze and organize your work with AI (50,000 FCFA, 10 hours, level 2 of the Artificial Intelligence track) teaches you to produce reliable letters, summaries and schedules while respecting case confidentiality. The usual gain is 2 to 4 hours a week, and can reach 4 to 6 hours in writing-heavy roles.
Where AI saves time in a firm
The work of a legal assistant in Plateau, Point E or Almadies follows a familiar rhythm: preparing hearings at the high court, reminder letters, formatting deeds from templates, summarizing exhibits for the lawyer, keeping the calendar and the files. AI does not write submissions in place of the lawyer and does not replace research in OHADA texts or the Senegalese Civil and Commercial Obligations Code. It speeds up formatting, rephrasing and organizing.
| Legal assistant task | Time without AI | Time with AI used well | Essential human check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reminder or update letter to a client | 25 to 40 min | 10 to 15 min | Tone, amounts, dates |
| Summary of a 30-page file | 2 to 3 h | 45 to 75 min | Every fact and date |
| Exhibit list for disclosure | 45 min | 15 to 20 min | Numbering and titles |
| Client meeting minutes | 30 min | 10 min | Commitments made |
| Weekly schedule of hearings and deadlines | 40 min | 15 min | Procedural deadlines |
| Translating a simple letter into English | 45 min | 15 min | Legal terms |
Confidentiality: rules never to forget
A file contains names, amounts, sometimes health or family information. In Senegal, Law 2008-12 on personal data and the professional secrecy of lawyers and notaries apply to whatever you paste into a tool. The method taught relies on three reflexes: anonymize (replace names with 'Client A', 'Company B'), share only the necessary excerpt, and use the settings that disable training on your conversations. Before any use, the responsible partner's approval remains the rule.
The course also covers invented answers: an AI can quote a non-existent article or an imaginary court decision. Any legal reference coming out of an assistant must be checked in the official text before appearing in a firm document.
Comparing training options in 2026
In Dakar, AI seminars for legal professions are multiplying, often in hotels and over one or two days. Here is a 2026 order of magnitude.
| Option | Indicative 2026 price | Duration | What is covered | Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-person seminar in Dakar | 150,000 to 300,000 FCFA | 1 to 2 days | Overview, demonstrations | Little practice on your documents |
| One-to-one coaching | 25,000 to 50,000 FCFA per hour | Variable | Personalized cases | Cost rises quickly |
| Free online tutorials | 0 FCFA | Scattered | General tips | Nothing on legal confidentiality |
| Kolonell Write, analyze and organize with AI | 50,000 FCFA | 10 h online | Prompts, writing, summaries, organization, confidentiality | Requires practice between modules |
| Full Artificial Intelligence track | 350,000 FCFA instead of 450,000 | 5 levels | Up to automation and missions | Commitment over several months |
The course Write, analyze and organize your work with AI, taught in French, has five modules: effective request techniques, writing professional documents, analyzing documents, emails and reports, organizing ideas and presentations, then building your own AI work system. The tools used are ChatGPT, Gemini and NotebookLM, in their free versions. If you have never used an AI assistant, start with level 1 of the Artificial Intelligence track.
Mini case study
Mariama, 31, is a legal assistant in a four-partner law firm in Plateau, earning 280,000 FCFA a month. She spends about 15 hours a week on letters, summaries and exhibit lists. After the course, she saves on average 3 hours a week, or 12 hours a month.
Learn this skill with Kolonell Academy
Short, practical online courses (taught in French), graded exercises, certificate. Pay with Wave or Orange Money.
Based on her hourly cost (about 1,600 FCFA per hour over 173 monthly hours), this time is worth nearly 19,000 FCFA a month to the firm, and the 50,000 FCFA (about 76 EUR) course pays for itself in less than three months. Above all, Mariama uses those hours to track procedural deadlines, a task that prevents far costlier mistakes. Mariama is an illustrative example, not a real client.
FAQ
Can ChatGPT be used with confidential client files?
Yes, provided you anonymize names and amounts, share only the useful excerpt and have the firm's approval. The course details these rules in a dedicated module, in line with Law 2008-12.
Do I need prior AI experience for this level 2?
A first experience is enough, for example having already asked ChatGPT a few questions. True beginners benefit from taking level 1 first, 5 hours for 25,000 FCFA.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The 10 hours are taken online, typically over two to three weeks at one hour per working day. Each module applies straight away to your documents of the week.
Can my firm pay for the course?
Yes, the 50,000 FCFA enrollment can be paid by the employer or by you, with Wave or Orange Money. A Kolonell Academy certificate is issued at the end.
Can AI write submissions or deeds for me?
No, it prepares drafts and formatting, but the legal substance remains the work of the lawyer or notary. Any reference quoted by an AI must be checked in the official text.
Take the next step. Enroll in Write, analyze and organize your work with AI: 10 hours online, 50,000 FCFA, Kolonell Academy certificate. Pay with Wave or Orange Money. Questions? WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
