The verdict in three sentences
Custom logistics and transport software costs between 15,000,000 and 40,000,000 FCFA (about 23,000-61,000 EUR) in 2026, to track parcels, routes and collections in 5 to 8 months. The decisive advantages in the African market: offline mobile POD (drivers often lose signal), mobile-money payment on delivery (Wave/Orange Money/M-Pesa) and fleet geolocation. Custom is justified as soon as you exceed a few vehicles and want to secure cash and delivery times.
What custom logistics software costs in 2026
Budget tracks the number of modules and the level of mobile-payment integration.
| Module | Scope | Indicative 2026 cost (FCFA) |
|---|---|---|
| Parcel & route tracking | Statuses, assignment, history | 3,000,000 - 7,000,000 |
| Driver app & offline POD | Signature, photo, scan, offline | 4,000,000 - 9,000,000 |
| Mobile-money payment on delivery | Collection, reconciliation | 3,000,000 - 7,000,000 |
| Fleet geolocation | GPS, alerts, geofencing | 2,500,000 - 6,000,000 |
| Customer portal & notifications | Tracking, SMS, ETA | 2,000,000 - 5,000,000 |
| Dashboard & invoicing | KPIs, exports, invoices | 2,500,000 - 6,000,000 |
| Full project | All modules + acceptance | 15,000,000 - 40,000,000 |
Add maintenance of 300,000 to 600,000 FCFA/month for hosting, support, enhancements and mobile-payment monitoring.
Measurable field gains
Software built for the local context transforms concrete metrics. Here are 2026 orders of magnitude.
| Metric | Before | After custom software |
|---|---|---|
| Empty kilometres | Baseline 100% | -15 to -20% |
| Parcels without proof of delivery | 8 - 15% | < 1% |
| Cash collection delay (cash on delivery) | 3 - 7 days | Immediate (mobile money) |
| Delivery disputes | 6 - 10% | 1 - 2% |
| Planning time/day | 2 - 3 h | 20 - 30 min |
| Real-time fleet visibility | None | 100% geolocated |
Mobile-money payment on delivery removes the risk of uncollected cash, a critical point for African transporters.
Mini case study
Mr Ndiaye, manager of a transport company in Nairobi (12 vehicles), runs 720,000 km/year with 25% empty kilometres. At 250 FCFA fuel cost per km, those empty kilometres cost roughly 45,000,000 FCFA/year.
His custom software at 28,000,000 FCFA optimises routes and cuts empty kilometres from 25% to 8%, saving 30,600,000 FCFA/year on fuel. Offline POD and mobile-money payment on delivery also remove 2% of uncollected cash, securing several million FCFA. With 5,400,000 FCFA of annual maintenance, the investment pays back in under 14 months.
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FAQ
Does the POD work without an internet connection?
Yes, essential in the field. The driver app stores signatures, photos and scans locally and syncs once the network returns, guaranteeing 99% proof of delivery.
How does mobile-money payment on delivery work?
The driver generates a payment link or QR, the customer pays via mobile money, and the collection is auto-reconciled to the order. No more uncollected cash.
How long until go-live?
Expect 5 to 8 months depending on modules. A parcel-tracking + driver-app + mobile-payment scope can ship in 3 to 4 months.
What is the minimum budget to start?
A useful first scope (tracking + offline POD + mobile money) starts around 15,000,000 - 20,000,000 FCFA. You add geolocation and the customer portal in phase 2.
Does the software handle multiple cities or countries?
Yes, a multi-zone architecture covers Nairobi, then Mombasa or expansion markets, with pricing and payments tailored to each.
Let's scope your project. Tell us about your fleet, your delivery zones and your mobile-money payment needs for a precise estimate. 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.
