The verdict in three sentences
A multi-vendor food delivery app is a marketplace: revenue comes from the commission taken on each order, between 15 and 25 %. The technical core is not the map, it is the automatic payment split that shares every payment between restaurant, rider and platform, and the dispatch that assigns the ride to the right courier. Expect 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA in 2026 for a platform delivering in 40 minutes on average.
Commission, split, dispatch: the platform economics
The customer orders, pays by mobile money, and the sum is shared automatically: the restaurant gets its share, the rider their delivery fee, the platform its commission. Automatic dispatch assigns the order to the nearest available rider, keeping the time under 40 minutes. Delivery fees (1,000 to 2,000 FCFA by distance) balance the model without scaring the customer.
| Item | 2026 order of magnitude | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Platform commission | 15-25 % | taken on the meal subtotal |
| Customer delivery fee | 1,000 - 2,000 FCFA | by distance |
| Rider share | 700 - 1,500 FCFA/ride | + possible tip |
| Average delivery time | 40 min | auto dispatch |
| Build budget | 2,000,000 - 5,000,000 FCFA | by modules |
Split example on a 10,000 FCFA order
| Beneficiary | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant | 8,000 FCFA | meal subtotal minus 20 % commission |
| Platform | 2,000 FCFA | 20 % commission |
| Rider | 1,200 FCFA | delivery fee paid by the customer |
| Customer pays in total | 11,200 FCFA | meal 10,000 + delivery 1,200 |
Become a Kolonell referral partner
Do you know restaurateurs, entrepreneurs or investors who want to launch their own platform? The Kolonell referral (apporteur d'affaires) program pays you on every project signed thanks to you. The 2026 commission rates are clear and can combine with a recurring share on maintenance.
| Referred project type | Referral commission | Recurring |
|---|---|---|
| Showcase site | 15 % | + 5 % recurring |
| E-commerce | 12 % | per contract |
| Marketplace (e.g. food delivery) | 10 % | per contract |
| Institutional | 8 % | per contract |
On a delivery platform billed at 4,000,000 FCFA, a referrer earns 400,000 FCFA (10 %). Just introduce us to the contact and let us close.
Mini case study
Yann launches a delivery platform in Kumasi with 25 partner restaurants. Each restaurant averages 20 orders/day at 9,000 FCFA, i.e. 4,500,000 FCFA/day of total volume. At a 20 % commission, the platform collects 900,000 FCFA/day, less rider and technical costs. Even setting aside half for riders and operations, the net margin is enough to pay back a 4,000,000 FCFA build within a few weeks of sustained activity.
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FAQ
How much does a food delivery app cost in Kumasi in 2026?
From 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA depending on modules (multi-restaurant, rider app, dispatch, payment split). A launch version focused on essentials sits around 2,000,000-3,000,000 FCFA.
How does the platform make money?
Through a 15-25 % commission on each order, plus optionally a share of delivery fees. The automatic payment split withholds this commission before paying the rest to the restaurant.
Is the payment split automatic?
Yes, it is the heart of the marketplace: each mobile money payment is shared without manual intervention between restaurant, rider and platform, with a traceable history for each party.
How does rider dispatch work?
The system automatically assigns the order to the nearest available rider, keeping the average time around 40 minutes. The rider tracks each step from their app.
Can I get paid for bringing a client to Kolonell?
Yes, via the referral program: 10 % on a marketplace, 15 % (+ 5 % recurring) on a showcase site, 12 % in e-commerce, 8 % institutional. You introduce, we close, you get paid.
Let's talk about your project. We scope your commission, split and dispatch, or your referrer status, in one session. 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.
