The verdict in three sentences
Becoming a Kolonell referral partner means recommending clients (SMEs, shops, entrepreneurs) who need a website or app, then earning an 8% to 15% commission on every signed project, plus 5% recurring on monthly contracts. No investment and no technical skills are required: Kolonell provides the demos, quotes and delivery. A single showcase-site sale at 500,000 FCFA earns you 75,000 FCFA, and a portfolio of recurring clients builds passive income month after month.
The commission scale by division
The rate depends on the service division. Institutional deals are huge, so a lower rate still pays a lot in absolute terms.
| Division | Sale commission | Recurring | Avg ticket 2026 | Earnings per sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase site | 15% | 5% | 500,000 FCFA | 75,000 FCFA |
| E-commerce | 12% | 5% | 2,000,000 FCFA | 240,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10% | 5% | 5,000,000 FCFA | 500,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8% | 5% | 10,000,000 FCFA | 800,000 FCFA |
The 5% recurring applies to maintenance contracts (50,000-200,000 FCFA/month), SEO (75,000-300,000 FCFA/month) and managed hosting (25,000-75,000 FCFA/month), for as long as the client stays active.
The five-step process
From referral to payout, the path is simple and traceable.
| Step | Who acts | Typical delay 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Lead submitted | Partner | Day 0 |
| 2. Qualification + demo | Kolonell | 24-72 h |
| 3. Quote sent | Kolonell | 2-4 days |
| 4. Signature + deposit | Client | 1-3 weeks |
| 5. Commission paid | Kolonell | Within 7 days of final payment |
The commission is paid via mobile money (Wave, Orange Money) or bank transfer, as soon as the client pays. You track each lead in a shared dashboard.
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The ideal partner profile
You don't need to be a developer. The best partners are field sales reps, community managers, accountants, consultants, ride-hail drivers, hairdressers — anyone in daily contact with merchants and SMEs. What matters: a local network and the ability to spot a need ("you don't have a website?", "how do you sell online?").
Mini case study
Fatou, who runs a hair salon in Dakar, chats with her entrepreneur clients. In one quarter of 2026 she refers 3 shops: a showcase site at 500,000 FCFA (75,000 FCFA commission), a Starter e-commerce at 1,200,000 FCFA (144,000 FCFA at 12%) and a Growth showcase at 800,000 FCFA (120,000 FCFA). One-time total: 339,000 FCFA. Two clients take maintenance at 100,000 FCFA/month: she earns 5,000 FCFA/month x 2 = 10,000 FCFA/month recurring. Fatou wrote zero lines of code.
FAQ
Do I have to pay to become a partner? No. Joining the program is free with no commitment. Kolonell provides demo materials and handles all delivery.
When do I get paid? The commission is paid within 7 days of the client's full payment, via Wave, Orange Money or bank transfer.
How much can I earn per month? It depends on your network: 2 monthly showcase sales generate about 150,000 FCFA, and recurring income stacks with every retained client.
Do I manage the client after the sale? No. Your role ends at the qualified referral. Kolonell handles the quote, delivery and support, but your recurring income continues as long as the client stays.
Join the Kolonell referral program. Refer, earn 8-15% plus 5% recurring, with nothing to pay upfront. Let's talk about your project. 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.