The verdict in three sentences
A lab results app runs between 1,500,000 and 5,000,000 FCFA in 2026, with secure results delivery being the most sensitive point. The immediate gain is no more queues to collect results: the patient receives them online, notified by WhatsApp or SMS. The result: less front-desk staff tied up and a modern image that builds loyalty.
Features and budgets
| Feature | Indicative 2026 price (FCFA) | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Online booking | 400,000 – 800,000 | Smoothed flow |
| Mobile money payment | 400,000 – 900,000 | Early collection |
| Secure online results | 500,000 – 1,200,000 | System core |
| WhatsApp/SMS notification | 200,000 – 500,000 | Zero waiting |
| Patient history | 300,000 – 700,000 | Medical follow-up |
| Lab dashboard | 300,000 – 700,000 | Steering |
A starting lab targets 1,500,000 to 2,500,000 FCFA; a full multi-site platform reaches 4,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA.
Build vs buy
| Criterion | Off-the-shelf | Custom |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | 300,000 – 1,000,000 FCFA | 1,500,000 – 5,000,000 FCFA |
| Monthly subscription | 25,000 – 120,000 FCFA | 0 (hosting only) |
| Wave/OM payment | Rare | Native |
| Results security | Standard | Reinforced, custom |
| WhatsApp notification | Varies | Custom-built |
| Patient data | Vendor | Laboratory |
Over 3 years, a subscription at 80,000 FCFA/month is 2,880,000 FCFA: custom is justified as soon as you want to control results security and own your data.
Become a Kolonell referral partner
Do you know labs, clinics or pharmacies that need to go digital? The Kolonell referral (apporteur d'affaires) program pays you for every signed project you introduce. Commissions vary by division.
| Project type | Referral commission | Recurring |
|---|---|---|
| Showcase website | 15 % of the sale | + 5 % recurring |
| E-commerce | 12 % of the sale | + 5 % recurring |
| Marketplace | 10 % of the sale | per contract |
| Institutional | 8 % of the sale | per contract |
Example: a lab app signed at 3,000,000 FCFA earns you, depending on the division, between 240,000 and 450,000 FCFA in commission, with no technical work on your side.
Mini case study
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Modou, who runs a lab in Rufisque, tied up 2 full-time front-desk agents handing out paper results. After a 2,200,000 FCFA app with online results and WhatsApp notification, he redeployed one agent to other tasks, saving about 120,000 FCFA/month in payroll. Meanwhile, early mobile money collection killed unpaid bills: the app pays back in about 15 months.
FAQ
How much does a lab app cost in 2026?
From 1,500,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA. A starting lab targets 1,500,000 to 2,500,000 FCFA, a multi-site platform reaches 4,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA.
Are online results secure?
Yes: unique-ID access, encryption, time-limited links and compliance with local health data law. It is the core module of the quote.
How is the patient notified?
A WhatsApp or SMS notification tells them as soon as results are available, with a secure link. No more back-and-forth or counter queues.
How do I become a Kolonell referral partner?
Just introduce us to a qualified prospect. If the project signs, you earn 8 to 15 % depending on the division, plus 5 % recurring on showcase and e-commerce projects.
Is mobile money payment integrated?
Yes, Wave and Orange Money let you collect for the test right at booking, removing counter unpaid bills.
Let's talk about your project. We build your lab platform — and if you refer a client, become a referral partner. 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.
