The verdict in three sentences
Kolonell builds, you sell, you get paid: the referral program pays 15 % + 5 % recurring on showcase sites, 12 % on e-commerce, 10 % on marketplaces and 8 % on institutional projects. No need to code or manage delivery: you bring the client, we do the rest. Five showcase sales a month already means over 375,000 FCFA in commissions.
The commission grid by division
Each division has its rate, calculated on the sale amount. Showcase sites add a 5 % recurring commission on monthly maintenance: you're paid as long as the client stays.
| Division | Sale commission | Recurring | Average deal 2026 | Typical commission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase | 15 % | 5 % maintenance | 500,000 FCFA | 75,000 FCFA + recurring |
| E-commerce | 12 % | — | 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 |
Deal sizes rise across divisions: a showcase site sells fast and often, while a marketplace or institutional project pays big but takes a longer cycle.
How much a referral partner can earn in 2026
Income depends on volume and division. Here are realistic scenarios, as 2026 order-of-magnitude estimates.
| Monthly scenario | Sales | Unit commission | Monthly total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Starter showcases | 3 x 250,000 | 37,500 | 112,500 FCFA |
| 5 Growth showcases | 5 x 500,000 | 75,000 | 375,000 FCFA |
| 2 Starter e-commerce | 2 x 1,000,000 | 120,000 | 240,000 FCFA |
| 1 Growth e-commerce | 1 x 2,000,000 | 240,000 | 240,000 FCFA |
| 1 Starter marketplace | 1 x 2,500,000 | 250,000 | 250,000 FCFA |
| 1 Standard institutional | 1 x 5,000,000 | 400,000 | 400,000 FCFA |
On top comes the showcase recurring: 5 % on a 50,000 FCFA/month maintenance is 2,500 FCFA/month per client, accumulating across your portfolio.
The sales cycle and payment
Becoming a referral partner is simple: you sign up, we give you sales materials (demos, pitches, price grid), you prospect your network. When a lead signs, the commission is calculated automatically and paid via Wave, Orange Money or transfer as soon as the client pays. The showcase cycle often closes in 1 to 3 weeks, institutional in 2 to 4 months.
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Mini case study
Fatou, a teacher in Dakar, becomes a part-time referral partner. In month one she sells 2 Growth showcases (500,000 FCFA each) to merchants in her neighborhood: 150,000 FCFA commission. The following months she stabilizes at 4 showcases/month, or 300,000 FCFA. After 6 months, her portfolio of 18 maintenance clients pays her 45,000 FCFA/month in recurring, with no new sale. Total by month 6: 345,000 FCFA for evening and weekend work.
FAQ
Do you need technical skills to be a referral partner?
None. Kolonell handles all production, tech and support. You focus on the client relationship and the sale. We provide demos, pitches and free onboarding training.
When and how am I paid?
The commission is paid as soon as the client pays Kolonell, via Wave, Orange Money or bank transfer. For showcase sites, you also earn 5 % recurring each month as long as the client keeps maintenance.
Which division pays the most?
By volume, showcase sites (15 % + recurring, short cycle). By unit amount, institutional (8 % of 10,000,000 FCFA = 800,000 FCFA) and marketplace. Many partners mix: showcases for flow, big deals for peaks.
Is there a commission cap?
No. The more you bring, the more you earn, with no limit. An active partner targeting 5-8 showcase sales/month plus one e-commerce deal regularly exceeds 500,000 FCFA/month.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral partner program and turn your network into income: 15 % + 5 % recurring on showcases, up to 8 % on institutional. 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.
