The verdict in three sentences
A multi-subsidiary corporate website rebuild with an investor section costs FCFA 4,000,000 to 12,000,000 (USD 6,700-20,000) in 2026 depending on entity count and governance depth. The real saving lever is not design but multi-site architecture: a shared core rather than five separate sites cuts maintenance threefold. Expect a 12-to-20-week timeline and mandatory FR/EN bilingualism for a group raising capital internationally.
How a rebuild budget breaks down
A Pan-African group running several subsidiaries must separate the shared core from per-entity needs.
| Line item | 2026 range (FCFA) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate core + design system | 2,000,000 - 4,000,000 | Reused by every subsidiary |
| Investor relations (IR) section | 1,200,000 - 2,500,000 | Press releases, governance, calendar |
| Interactive annual report | 800,000 - 2,000,000 | Data-viz, animated key figures |
| FR/EN bilingual | 700,000 - 1,500,000 | i18n structure + translation |
| Migration + technical SEO | 600,000 - 1,200,000 | Redirects, hreflang |
| Governance + CMS workflow | 700,000 - 1,800,000 | Multi-level approval |
A three-to-five-subsidiary group typically lands near FCFA 8,000,000 (USD 13,300) for a full rebuild. The IR section and annual report are the two items that justify the investment to the board.
Multi-site vs separate sites: the real math
The structural decision is architecture. Five independent sites cost less to build but explode in maintenance.
| Criterion | Multi-site architecture | 5 separate sites |
|---|---|---|
| Initial build cost | FCFA 8-12M | FCFA 6-9M |
| Annual maintenance | FCFA 1.8-3.6M | FCFA 5.4-9M |
| Cost of one global update | 1x | 5x |
| Brand consistency | Native | Manually rebuilt |
| Adding a subsidiary | FCFA 400k-900k | FCFA 1.2-1.8M |
| Deployment timeline | 12-20 weeks | 20-30 weeks |
Over three years, multi-site is 40-50 % cheaper in total cost of ownership. For a group that regularly adds subsidiaries, it is the only rational choice.
Mini case study
Mr. Ondo, communications director of a Pan-African group in Libreville (holding + 4 energy and logistics subsidiaries), launches a rebuild ahead of a capital raise. Scope: multi-site core, IR section, interactive annual report, FR/EN. Quote: FCFA 9,200,000 (USD 15,300) + FCFA 250,000/month maintenance. Staying on five separate sites, maintenance alone would have hit FCFA 600,000/month. The FCFA 350,000/month saving funds annual-report content production. The IR section strengthens the investor case and shortens due diligence by several weeks.
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FAQ
Why is an investor section so expensive?
Because it requires strict governance: dated press releases, archives, financial calendar, alerts. Budget FCFA 1,200,000-2,500,000 in 2026, an investment that directly reassures backers.
Is an interactive annual report a gimmick?
No: it turns an 80-page PDF into a navigable experience with data-viz. For a group raising capital, it is a credibility tool. Budget FCFA 800,000-2,000,000.
Do we really need FR/EN?
Yes for any group targeting international investors or partners outside the franc zone. English is not optional in a credible IR file.
How long for the full rebuild?
Between 12 and 20 weeks depending on subsidiary count and content-migration load. Editorial governance adds 2-3 weeks but avoids months of rework later.
Can we start with the core and add subsidiaries later?
Yes, and it is recommended: deliver corporate + IR first, then each subsidiary for FCFA 400,000-900,000. The budget spreads across fiscal years.
Let's scope your project. Tell us the subsidiary count, whether you need an IR section, and your raise deadline: we frame a budget between FCFA 4,000,000 and 12,000,000. 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.
