The verdict in three sentences
Becoming a Kolonell referral partner requires no technical skill and no starting capital: you introduce, we build, you get paid. Commissions range from 8% to 15% depending on the pole, with 5% recurring on showcase-site maintenance. In Lagos, two to four sales a month are enough to turn your contact book into real income.
How the referral program works
A referral partner is an independent partner who recommends Kolonell services (showcase sites, e-commerce, marketplaces, institutional) to businesses in their network. You never write a line of code: you spot the need, register the prospect, and the Kolonell team handles the sale, production and after-sales service. You collect your commission as soon as the client pays.
The 2026 commission rates are fixed and public, by pole:
| Pole | Typical 2026 ticket (FCFA) | Commission rate | Partner commission (FCFA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase Starter | 250,000 | 15% + 5% recurring | 37,500 + recurring |
| Showcase Premium | 1,200,000 | 15% + 5% recurring | 180,000 + recurring |
| E-commerce Growth | 2,000,000 | 12% | 240,000 |
| Marketplace Starter | 2,500,000 | 10% | 250,000 |
| Marketplace Premium | 12,000,000 | 10% | 1,200,000 |
| Institutional Standard | 5,000,000 | 8% | 400,000 |
The 5% recurring applies to monthly showcase-site maintenance contracts (FCFA 50,000 to 200,000/month). On a portfolio of 10 maintained sites at FCFA 80,000/month, that is FCFA 40,000 of passive income every month, for as long as the clients stay active.
The 5-step process
The partner journey is deliberately simple so it never slows the sale.
| Step | Partner action | Who takes over | Typical delay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Detection | Spot a business without a proper site | Partner | Ongoing |
| 2. Registration | Declare the prospect (name, contact, pole) | Partner via WhatsApp | Same day |
| 3. Demo | Show a personalized demo | Kolonell provides the link | 24-48 h |
| 4. Signing | Negotiation and quote | Kolonell sales team | 3-10 days |
| 5. Payment | Commission paid after the client pays | Kolonell accounting | Within 7 days |
Prospect registration protects your commission: the first partner to register a valid contact owns it for 90 days, even if the sale takes time to close. Payment is made via Wave, Orange Money or bank transfer, at the partner's choice, in FCFA.
Mini case study
Kouassi, a real-estate agent in Cocody (Abidjan), meets merchants and restaurant owners every week. In January 2026 he registers three prospects: a fashion boutique that takes an e-commerce Growth (FCFA 2,000,000), a restaurant that takes a Premium showcase (FCFA 1,200,000) and a clinic on a Starter showcase (FCFA 250,000).
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His commissions for the month: FCFA 240,000 (e-commerce) + FCFA 180,000 (premium showcase) + FCFA 37,500 (starter showcase) = FCFA 457,500. On top of that, the two showcase sites sign a maintenance contract at FCFA 80,000/month, i.e. 5% × 160,000 = FCFA 8,000/month recurring. Kouassi wrote no code and handled no unhappy client.
FAQ
Do I have to pay to become a Kolonell partner?
No. Registration is free and with no commitment. You receive a sales kit, demo links and a direct contact. You never front any cost on projects.
When exactly am I paid?
The commission is paid within 7 days after Kolonell collects payment from the client. For an e-commerce site at FCFA 2,000,000 paid in full, your FCFA 240,000 arrives within the week following payment.
Can I combine several poles?
Yes, and it is recommended. One network often contains SMEs (showcase), merchants (e-commerce) and entrepreneurs (marketplace). Diversifying your poles smooths your monthly income.
How long does the 5% recurring last?
As long as the client keeps their maintenance contract. A portfolio of 15 well-maintained sites can generate FCFA 50,000 to 90,000/month of passive income, with no new sale.
Who makes a good partner in Abidjan or Lagos?
Anyone with an active professional network: real-estate agents, accountants, consultants, community managers, merchants. The key is contact volume and trust, not technical skill.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral program and turn your network into income this month. 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.
