The verdict in three sentences
A property syndic spends more time chasing charges than managing the building, because calls go out on paper and payments arrive as poorly tracked cash. A dedicated app turns each unit into a clear account: charge call payable via Wave or Orange Money, automatic reminder, online AGM voting and an incident history. Collection climbs 20 to 30 % and conflicts with co-owners collapse.
What the app actually replaces
The core of the syndic job is collection and communication. Here is how the tool changes each task.
| Syndic task | Before (manual) | With the app | Estimated gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charge call issuance | 2-3 days on paper | Instant, per unit | -90 % time |
| Collection | Cash, cheque | Wave / OM traceable | 100 % traceable |
| Unpaid reminder | Manual calls | Auto SMS at D+7/D+15 | +20-30 % collected |
| Holding an AGM | In-person required | Timestamped online vote | Quorum reached faster |
| Incident log | Lost notebook | Dated photo history | Disputes halved |
| Account reporting | Fragile spreadsheet | PDF export per unit | Full transparency |
Project cost and management fee
The budget depends on the number of modules (payment, AGM, incidents, accounting). 2026 ballpark in Senegal.
| Package | Scope | Cost FCFA | Cost EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Charge calls + Wave/OM payment + reminders | 1,200,000 | 1,830 |
| Pro | + online AGM + incident log + dashboard | 2,000,000 | 3,050 |
| Premium | + condo accounting + multi-building + mobile app | 3,000,000 | 4,575 |
| Maintenance | Hosting + updates + support | 50,000 / mo | 76 / mo |
| Per-unit fee | Billed per managed unit | 500-1,000 / unit / mo | 0.8-1.5 / unit |
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Mini case study
Mariama manages a 40-unit building in Dakar, with a quarterly charge of 75,000 FCFA per unit. Before the app, 30 % of units paid late, a recurring shortfall. With automatic SMS reminders and Wave payment, the unpaid rate falls to 8 %. On a quarterly call of 40 x 75,000 = 3,000,000 FCFA, she secures an extra 660,000 FCFA per quarter, or 2.64 million FCFA per year. The Pro app at 2,000,000 FCFA pays for itself in under a year.
FAQ
Can co-owners without a smartphone pay? Yes: the charge call generates a Wave/OM link and a QR code, but cash payment remains recordable by the syndic, who logs it manually to keep a single trail.
Is online AGM voting legally valid? A timestamped electronic vote serves as proof and helps reach quorum; it pairs with a PDF-exportable minutes file. For sensitive decisions, keep a hybrid in-person + online AGM.
How long to deploy? An Essential package ships in 3 to 5 weeks; the multi-building Premium version takes 8 to 10 weeks depending on accounting history migration.
Can several buildings be managed? Yes, the Premium package handles a multi-building portfolio with a consolidated dashboard and a sliding fee beyond 100 managed units.
Let's talk about your project. We price your syndic app based on your number of units and modules in one call. 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.
