The verdict in three sentences
Becoming a digital referral partner means introducing businesses that need a website to an agency, then earning a commission when the deal closes, without ever coding. At Kolonell, the commission is 15 % on a showcase site plus 5 % recurring on maintenance, with zero entry cost and payment via mobile money. With a network and consistency, it is a realistic side income from the very first month.
What a referral partner actually does
A referral partner builds nothing and manages no project. The role is simple: spot a need, introduce Kolonell, and hand over a qualified contact. The agency takes over for the quote, production, delivery and support. The partner is paid on results, only when the client pays.
This model suits salespeople, community managers, consultants, well-connected students, and anyone who mixes with SMEs. No technical skill is required: you need to listen to a need and make an introduction.
| What you need | What you do NOT need |
|---|---|
| A network of SMEs/merchants | To know how to code |
| A phone and WhatsApp | To invest money |
| To listen to a need | To manage the project |
| To make a clear intro | To handle support |
| Consistency | A technical degree |
The Kolonell 2026 commission grid
The rate depends on the service pole sold. The bigger the ticket, the higher the commission in absolute value, even if the percentage drops.
| Pole | Sale commission | Recurring | Example ticket | First-sale commission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase | 15 % | 5 % recurring | 500,000 FCFA | 75,000 FCFA |
| E-commerce | 12 % | 5 % recurring | 2,000,000 FCFA | 240,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10 % | — | 5,000,000 FCFA | 500,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8 % | — | 10,000,000 FCFA | 800,000 FCFA |
The recurring share is the most underestimated: on monthly maintenance contracts (50,000 to 200,000 FCFA/month), the partner earns 5 % as long as the client stays active. Ten clients on maintenance build an income that lands every month with no extra effort.
Mini case study
Fatou, a community manager in Lagos, runs social media for several merchants. She spots three of them without a website. She introduces them to Kolonell; all three sign a showcase site at 500,000 FCFA.
- Sale commission: 3 × 75,000 = 225,000 FCFA the first month.
- Two of them take maintenance at 60,000 FCFA/month: 5 % × 60,000 × 2 = 6,000 FCFA/month recurring.
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Fatou coded nothing, advanced nothing, and her base income did not move. She simply turned her contact list into commissions.
FAQ
Do I have to pay to join the Kolonell referral program?
No. Registration is free and there is no entry cost. You are paid only on results, when the client settles the invoice.
How am I paid?
Via mobile money (Wave, Orange Money) or bank transfer, generally within 7 to 15 days after the client pays. The recurring share is paid monthly as long as the client stays active.
How much can I expect to earn per month?
A steady partner bringing 2 to 3 showcase sites per month targets 150,000 to 225,000 FCFA in sale commissions, plus accumulating recurring income. E-commerce and marketplace tickets push this figure higher.
Do I have to manage the client after the sale?
No. Once the contact is handed over and qualified, Kolonell handles the quote, production and support. Your role ends at the introduction.
Can I combine this with another job?
Yes, that is the most common setup. The referral model is a flexible side income built on your existing network.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral program and turn your network into recurring income. 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.
