The verdict in three sentences
You neither code nor manage the project: you surface a need, the agency delivers, you collect a commission. At Kolonell, the 2026 rate card pays on signing AND on recurring revenue — 15 % + 5 % for a showcase site, 12 % for e-commerce, 10 % for a marketplace, 8 % for institutional. Two to three referrals a month are enough to build a durable side income, because the 5 % recurring cut runs as long as the client stays.
The commission rate card by segment (2026)
The principle is simple: a percentage on the initial sale, plus a share of the recurring revenue (maintenance, SEO, hosting) the client pays monthly. Showcase sites, more numerous and faster to close, offer the best entry rate.
| Segment | Sale commission | Recurring commission | Typical project | You earn on signing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase | 15 % | 5 % of recurring | 500,000 FCFA | 75,000 FCFA |
| E-commerce | 12 % | 5 % of recurring | 2,000,000 FCFA | 240,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10 % | 5 % of recurring | 5,000,000 FCFA | 500,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8 % | 5 % of recurring | 20,000,000 FCFA | 1,600,000 FCFA |
The recurring share is often underestimated. A client on a 75,000 FCFA/month maintenance contract plus SEO at 150,000 FCFA/month generates 225,000 FCFA of monthly recurring — of which 5 % (11,250 FCFA/month) comes back to you, as long as the client stays active.
What the recurring share changes over 3 years
The initial sale is a one-off. The recurring share accumulates. Here is the compounding effect for a partner who signs a showcase site with maintenance + SEO at 150,000 FCFA/month recurring.
| Item | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | 3-year total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signing commission (15 %) | 75,000 FCFA | — | — | 75,000 FCFA |
| Recurring 5 % (150,000 FCFA/mo) | 90,000 FCFA | 90,000 FCFA | 90,000 FCFA | 270,000 FCFA |
| Total per client | 165,000 FCFA | 90,000 FCFA | 90,000 FCFA | 345,000 FCFA |
A single well-supported client therefore earns 345,000 FCFA over three years — and that amount repeats for every new referral.
Becoming a Kolonell partner: how it works
Kolonell's referral partner program is open and free. You front no costs and sign no volume commitment. You get three tools: a personal tracking link, a bilingual PDF brochure per segment, and access to live demos (restaurant, store, marketplace) you show on mobile during meetings.
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Who succeeds: field sales reps, well-connected shop owners, community managers, accountants and firms that rub shoulders with SMEs, or anyone with a network of entrepreneurs. Payment lands within 15 days of the client's payment, via Wave, Orange Money or bank transfer. The rates: showcase 15 % + 5 % recurring, e-commerce 12 %, marketplace 10 %, institutional 8 %.
Mini case study
Fatou, a hairdresser in Thiès, knows many merchants at her market. Over three months she refers three showcase sites (500,000 FCFA each) and one small e-commerce store (1,500,000 FCFA). Her commissions:
- 3 showcase sites × 75,000 FCFA = 225,000 FCFA
- 1 e-commerce × 12 % of 1,500,000 = 180,000 FCFA
- Recurring 5 % on 4 clients (avg 100,000 FCFA/month contract) = 5 % × 100,000 × 4 = 20,000 FCFA/month
Signing total: 405,000 FCFA in three months, plus 20,000 FCFA/month recurring that keeps flowing. Without writing a single line of code.
FAQ
Do I have to sell or negotiate the price myself? No. You present the prospect; the Kolonell team runs the demo, quote and signing. Your role stops at the qualified introduction.
When am I paid? Within 15 days of the client's payment. For a project billed in stages, your commission follows the client's payment schedule.
Is the recurring share really for life? It runs as long as the client keeps a maintenance, SEO or hosting contract. In practice, an active site stays under contract for several years.
Do I need a registered business to collect commissions? For small one-off amounts, mobile money is enough. Beyond that, registering a status (APIX, CEPICI) secures your income and lets you invoice cleanly.
How much time per referral? Count 1 to 3 hours: spot the need, make the intro, show a demo. The agency handles the rest.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral partner 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.
