The verdict in three sentences
Five deals a month is no fantasy: it is a reachable field target for a partner who works a book of SME contacts. With a balanced mix of showcase sites and e-commerce, commissions exceed 500,000 FCFA/month, more than double a junior manager's salary in Accra. Above all, the 5 % recurring cut turns today's sale into tomorrow's passive income.
A referral partner's typical monthly mix
The Kolonell referral program pays 15 % on showcase-site sales (+ 5 % recurring on maintenance), 12 % on e-commerce, 10 % on marketplaces and 8 % on institutional. Here is what a realistic five-deal month looks like.
| Sale | Client price (FCFA) | Rate | Commission (FCFA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase Growth 1 | 500,000 | 15 % | 75,000 |
| Showcase Growth 2 | 500,000 | 15 % | 75,000 |
| Showcase Growth 3 | 500,000 | 15 % | 75,000 |
| E-commerce Starter | 1,000,000 | 12 % | 120,000 |
| Showcase Premium | 1,200,000 | 15 % | 180,000 |
| Monthly total | 3,700,000 | — | 525,000 |
This is just one combination: three Growth sites alone already clear 225,000 FCFA, and a single e-commerce deal adds a six-figure line.
The recurring cut that compounds
Every client under maintenance generates 5 % recurring each month. On maintenance contracts of 50,000 to 200,000 FCFA/month, that means 2,500 to 10,000 FCFA of passive income per client, month after month.
| Month of activity | New clients | Recurring book (FCFA/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 5 | ~15,000 |
| Month 3 | 15 | ~35,000 |
| Month 6 | 30 | ~50,000 |
| Month 12 | 55 | ~90,000 |
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2026 order of magnitude: after a year, the recurring cut alone pays roughly a third of a salary, before the first sale of the month.
Mini case study
Fatou, a referral partner in Accra, prospects market traders. In March 2026 she signs 3 Growth sites, 1 e-commerce Starter and 1 Premium site: 525,000 FCFA in commissions. Her old sales-assistant job paid 250,000 FCFA. Adding the 50,000 FCFA of recurring income built up over six months, she earns 575,000 FCFA — income she steers herself.
FAQ
Do I have to sell the site myself? No. The partner qualifies and introduces the prospect; Kolonell handles the quote, production and support. The commission is due once the sale is paid.
Are 5 deals a month realistic? Yes for an active partner in a market like Accra: that is roughly 1 to 2 qualified meetings per working day, with a 20-30 % close rate.
When do I get paid? The one-off commission lands when the client pays. The 5 % recurring cut is paid every month while the client stays under maintenance, with a retention rate seen around 80 %/year.
Can I combine it with a job? Yes, many start on the side. At 2-3 deals/month the activity already tops up a salary before becoming the main one.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral program and turn your contact book into monthly 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.
