The verdict in three sentences
E-commerce carries tickets 4 to 6 times higher than a showcase site, for an identical referral effort. The Kolonell referral program pays 12 % at signature — 120,000 to 720,000 FCFA per project — plus 5 % recurring on maintenance. At two sales a month, a partner generates income that exceeds many local salaries.
The 2026 e-commerce commission scale
The 12 % commission applies to the project amount. The higher the tier, the higher the commission — for the same introduction effort.
| E-commerce tier | Ticket FCFA | 12 % commission | Typical target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 1,000,000 – 1,500,000 | 120,000 – 180,000 | Vendor, beginner creator |
| Growth | 2,000,000 – 3,000,000 | 240,000 – 360,000 | Established shop, wholesaler |
| Premium | 4,000,000 – 6,000,000 | 480,000 – 720,000 | Brand, multi-product, PWA |
Add 5 % recurring on maintenance subscriptions (50,000-200,000 FCFA/month), a passive income that stacks project after project.
The real income of a regular partner
Two sales a month isn't ambitious: e-commerce is wanted by every merchant who wants to sell beyond their shop. Here are the 2026 income scenarios.
| Monthly cadence | Ticket mix | Monthly commission | Over 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Starter sales | 2 × 150,000 | 300,000 FCFA | 3,600,000 FCFA |
| 2 Growth sales | 2 × 300,000 | 600,000 FCFA | 7,200,000 FCFA |
| 1 Growth + 1 Premium | 300,000 + 600,000 | 900,000 FCFA | 10,800,000 FCFA |
| 2 Premium sales | 2 × 720,000 | 1,440,000 FCFA | 17,280,000 FCFA |
Payment is made at signature by the client, without waiting for full project delivery.
Mini case study
Fatou is a fashion influencer in Abidjan with a community of merchants. She recommends Kolonell to three contacts who want to sell online. Two sign a Growth (2.5 M FCFA) and one a Premium (4.5 M FCFA). Fatou earns 12 %: 2 × 300,000 + 540,000 = 1,140,000 FCFA in one month. On the maintenance of these three shops (150,000 FCFA/month each), she collects 5 %, i.e. 22,500 FCFA/month in passive income for as long as they stay clients.
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FAQ
Do you need technical skills to be a partner?
None. The partner introduces a qualified prospect; Kolonell handles the demo, quote, production and support. You're paid for the relationship, not the code.
When am I paid?
The 12 % commission is paid when the client signs the contract, not when the project ends. You don't wait the 4 to 8 weeks of production.
Why target e-commerce over showcase sites?
Because the ticket is 4 to 6 times higher for an identical intro effort. A Premium sale at 720,000 FCFA commission equals several showcase sites.
Is the recurring share worth it?
The 5 % on maintenance seems small, but it stacks: 20 referred shops at 150,000 FCFA/month generate 150,000 FCFA/month passive, indefinitely.
How do you become a Kolonell partner?
One WhatsApp message gets you the partner kit (pitch, demos, price grid). E-commerce commissions are 12 % + 5 % recurring, paid quickly.
Let's talk about your project. Become an e-commerce referral partner and earn 12 % + 5 % recurring on every shop you refer. 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.
