The verdict in three sentences
With the Kolonell grid, a single 400,000 FCFA showcase site pays 60,000 FCFA in commission, and an 800,000 FCFA e-commerce pays 96,000 FCFA. At a realistic pace of 3 deals a month, a partner targets 200,000 to 300,000 FCFA monthly in sales commissions. And the 5% recurring on maintenance stacks month after month: an annuity that grows as long as your clients stay.
Simulation by monthly volume
A partner's income depends first on how many deals they bring in, then on their type. Here are three profiles, from the beginner testing the waters to the established network, with the project mix and matching sales commission.
| Profile | Deals / month | Typical mix | Sales commission / month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occasional | 1 | 1 showcase 400K | ~60,000 FCFA |
| Regular | 3 | 2 showcase + 1 e-commerce | ~216,000 FCFA |
| Active | 6 | 3 showcase + 2 e-commerce + 1 marketplace | ~610,000 FCFA |
| Networked | 10 | showcase/e-commerce/institutional mix | 900,000 FCFA and up |
These figures are a 2026 ballpark based on Kolonell catalogue prices. Going from 1 to 3 deals takes no rare talent, just an activated address book and steady follow-up.
Recurring: the part that changes everything
The sales commission is a one-shot; the 5% recurring on maintenance lands every month. A client on 100,000 FCFA/month maintenance pays you 5,000 FCFA/month — modest alone, decisive across a portfolio.
| Clients on maintenance | Average maintenance | Monthly recurring | Over 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 clients | 80,000 FCFA/month | 20,000 FCFA | 240,000 FCFA |
| 12 clients | 100,000 FCFA/month | 60,000 FCFA | 720,000 FCFA |
| 24 clients | 120,000 FCFA/month | 144,000 FCFA | 1,728,000 FCFA |
| 40 clients | 120,000 FCFA/month | 240,000 FCFA | 2,880,000 FCFA |
After two years of steady pace, recurring alone can exceed an entry-level manager's salary — with no new sale that month. That is the difference between a sales job and an asset that works for you.
Mini case study
Fatou, a teacher in Thiès, brings in clients part-time on weekends. Month 1: 1 showcase (60,000 FCFA). Month 3: a pace of 2 deals/month, about 130,000 FCFA in sales. By year-end she has referred 18 projects; 15 stayed on maintenance at 90,000 FCFA/month. Her recurring: 15 × 4,500 = 67,500 FCFA/month that now lands every month, on top of her new sales. A side income turned structural.
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FAQ
How much can you earn in the first month?
A single referred showcase generates 60,000 FCFA in sales commission. With 3 deals in month one, you reach 200,000 to 300,000 FCFA depending on the project mix.
Is the recurring really worth it?
Yes, at portfolio scale. 5% of 100,000 FCFA maintenance is 5,000 FCFA/month per client; with 24 loyal clients that is 144,000 FCFA/month with no new sale.
Do you need a big network to earn well?
No to start, yes to scale. 1 to 3 deals sit within a normal address book; reaching 6-10 deals assumes a maintained network or a small team.
How and when am I paid?
Via Wave, within 30 days of Kolonell collecting the client's payment. Each commission is tracked in the CRM under the partner who brought the lead.
Which pole pays the most per deal?
As a percentage, showcase (15%). In absolute value, institutional: 8% of a 5,000,000 FCFA project is 400,000 FCFA on a single signature.
Want to size up your potential? Let's simulate your partner income based on your network and pace — Kolonell grid, Wave payout. 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.