The verdict in three sentences
A referral partner connects a potential client with Kolonell, then earns a commission on the signed sale without touching code or managing production. The 2026 rates are clear: 15 % + 5 % recurring on showcase sites, 12 % on e-commerce, 10 % on marketplaces, 8 % on institutional. With three showcase sales a month, a partner in Lagos, Accra or Nairobi generates a side income in the order of 100,000 to 150,000 FCFA, with no technical skill.
What a referral partner does (and does not) do
A referral partner is not a technical subcontractor. The job ends at the qualified introduction: spot a merchant, a clinic or a firm that needs a site, present Kolonell, and pass on the contact. Kolonell then handles the quote, production, delivery and support.
| Step | Who does it | Partner effort |
|---|---|---|
| Identify a prospect | Partner | 30 min |
| Present Kolonell + demo | Partner | 15 min |
| Pass contact via link | Partner | 5 min |
| Quote and negotiation | Kolonell | 0 |
| Site production | Kolonell | 0 |
| Support and maintenance | Kolonell | 0 |
| Commission payout | Kolonell | 0 |
No skill in development, design or payments is required. A good local network and a simple pitch are enough.
The Kolonell referral program and its rates
Kolonell rewards every introduction that turns into a signed sale. The 2026 commission grid applies to the net amount invoiced to the client, with a recurring share on showcase sites.
| Pole | Sale commission | Recurring | Average 2026 ticket | Example earning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase | 15 % | 5 % on maintenance | 250,000 - 1,200,000 FCFA | 37,500 - 180,000 FCFA |
| E-commerce | 12 % | - | 1,000,000 - 4,000,000 FCFA | 120,000 - 480,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10 % | - | 2,500,000 - 12,000,000 FCFA | 250,000 - 1,200,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8 % | - | 5,000,000 - 25,000,000 FCFA | 400,000 - 2,000,000 FCFA |
A single marketplace sale can pay more than a month's local salary. Institutional tickets, rarer, reach seven-figure commissions. Showcase sites, easier to sell, offer volume and recurring income.
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Mini case study
Fatou, an accountant in Dakar, meets SME owners every week. In one month she recommends Kolonell to three of her clients: a restaurant, a beauty salon and a fashion boutique. All three sign a Starter showcase site at 250,000 FCFA.
Her immediate commission: 3 x 250,000 x 15 % = 112,500 FCFA. Two of them subscribe to maintenance at 50,000 FCFA/month; Fatou earns 5 %, i.e. 2,500 FCFA per client per month, i.e. 5,000 FCFA/month recurring. Over a year, those two contracts add 60,000 FCFA with no extra effort. First-year total: about 172,500 FCFA for one month of introductions.
FAQ
Do I need technical skills to be a partner? No. You present Kolonell and pass on a contact; all production is handled by the agency. Your only tools are a referral link and a 2-minute demo.
How much can I earn in a month? An active partner signing 3 Starter showcase sites earns about 112,500 FCFA, excluding recurring. An e-commerce-focused partner can exceed 200,000 FCFA on a single Growth sale.
When am I paid? Commission is paid after Kolonell collects from the client, by mobile money (Wave, Orange Money) or bank transfer, usually within 30 days.
Is there a cost to join the program? None. Registration is free and non-exclusive; you keep your main activity.
How long does the 5 % recurring last? As long as the client keeps a maintenance contract with Kolonell, you earn 5 % every month. It is the building block of a compounding passive income.
Become a Kolonell referral partner. Refer, cash in 15 % + 5 % recurring on showcase, 12 % on e-commerce, 10 % on marketplace, 8 % on institutional, without ever coding. 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.
