The verdict in three sentences
For a family holding company run from Dubai and Abidjan that oversees 5 subsidiaries (distribution, real estate, agribusiness), a credible corporate website costs 6 to 14 million FCFA (about EUR 9,150 to 21,340) in 2026. Its job is to reassure banks, lenders and partners: clear governance, key figures, subsidiaries presented seriously, up-to-date press releases. Plan 10 to 16 weeks and 150,000 to 350,000 FCFA (EUR 230 to 535) per month for support and hosting.
What banks and partners check first
Before a financing meeting or partnership negotiation, a relationship manager spends about 5 minutes on the site. What they look for is predictable, and the site scope must answer it.
| What they look for | Matching page | Indicative 2026 cost |
|---|---|---|
| Group history and values | The group, chairman's message | 400,000 to 800,000 FCFA |
| Governance | Board of directors, executive committee | 300,000 to 600,000 FCFA |
| Key figures | Consolidated revenue, headcount, locations | 300,000 to 700,000 FCFA |
| Subsidiaries | 5 subsidiary pages with activities and contacts | 1,000,000 to 2,500,000 FCFA |
| ESG commitment | Local jobs, farming supply chains, impact | 400,000 to 900,000 FCFA |
| News and press area | Releases, media kit, HD photos | 600,000 to 1,400,000 FCFA |
| Careers | Openings and spontaneous applications | 400,000 to 900,000 FCFA |
A complete site groups these blocks into 20 to 35 pages, with an English version essential for Gulf investors, international funds and anglophone partners (Ghana, Nigeria).
The three budget levels
| Level | Budget FCFA | Pages | Languages | Features | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | 6,000,000 to 8,000,000 | 20 to 25 | FR + EN | Subsidiary pages, news, forms | 10 to 12 weeks |
| Advanced | 8,000,000 to 11,000,000 | 25 to 30 | FR + EN | + press area, careers, CMS with approval | 12 to 14 weeks |
| Premium | 11,000,000 to 14,000,000 | 30 to 35 | FR + EN | + interactive annual report, secure partner area | 14 to 16 weeks |
The advanced level suits most family holdings: it adds an editorial approval workflow, essential when the general secretariat, communications and each subsidiary all publish content.
Recurring costs and related services
| Monthly service | FCFA range | Content |
|---|---|---|
| High-availability hosting | 40,000 to 90,000 | CDN, daily backups, SSL |
| Maintenance and security | 60,000 to 150,000 | Updates, monitoring, patches |
| Editorial support | 50,000 to 110,000 | Publishing releases, adjustments |
| Total support and hosting | 150,000 to 350,000 | |
| Photo and video production (one-off) | 800,000 to 2,500,000 | Head offices, plants, plantations, teams |
| Professional EN translation | 25 to 40 FCFA per word | Proofread corporate content |
Services can be paid by bank transfer, or by Wave and Orange Money for monthly amounts, which simplifies things for holdings that centralise communication spending.
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Mr Kouassi, general secretary of a family holding (5 subsidiaries, 900 employees) with offices in Abidjan and Dubai, is preparing an 8 billion FCFA debt raise with a banking pool. The group only has a Facebook page and mismatched subsidiary sites. He chooses the advanced level at 9,500,000 FCFA, with support at 220,000 FCFA per month, or 12,140,000 FCFA in year one (about EUR 18,500). If a better-documented financing file secures even 0.25 points less interest on 8 billion, the saving is 20,000,000 FCFA per year. The site becomes part of the credibility file, alongside audited financial statements.
FAQ
One site per subsidiary or a single group site?
The group site presents the 5 subsidiaries on dedicated pages for 1,000,000 to 2,500,000 FCFA. A subsidiary that sells online can keep its own e-commerce site, linked from the group site.
Do financial figures have to be published?
Not for an unlisted company. Publishing 4 to 6 key figures (consolidated revenue, headcount, locations) is usually enough to reassure.
How much does the English version cost?
Between 25 and 40 FCFA per translated word, or 600,000 to 1,200,000 FCFA for 25,000 words, with technical integration included in the budget.
Who can publish on the site?
The CMS manages roles: each subsidiary proposes its news, communications reviews and the general secretariat approves. Setup is included from the advanced level.
Is the site compliant with data protection law?
Yes, if forms follow Ivorian law 2013-450 and, for the Dubai office, the UAE personal data law: notices, consent and ARTCI filing, prepared for 300,000 to 600,000 FCFA.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your number of subsidiaries, languages and the level of editorial governance you need, and we will price your corporate site between 6 and 14 million FCFA. Detailed quote within 48 h. 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.
