The verdict in three sentences
A partner's real wealth comes not from the one-off sale but from the recurring income that lands every month on maintenance and hosting. At Kolonell, every referred client who keeps their contract pays the partner 5 % recurring, month after month, for as long as the contract lives. A portfolio of 10 to 20 well-kept clients can generate 37,500 to 120,000 FCFA/month of passive income, independent of new sales.
The recurring commission on maintenance
Kolonell monthly maintenance runs from 35,000 to 120,000 FCFA depending on the plan (Basic, Standard, Premium). Your 5 % commission applies every month. Here is the recurring by maintenance tier.
| Monthly maintenance | 5 % commission/month | Over 12 months | Client type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35,000 (Basic) | 1,750 | 21,000 | Simple showcase |
| 75,000 (Standard) | 3,750 | 45,000 | Showcase + blog |
| 120,000 (Premium) | 6,000 | 72,000 | Active e-commerce, complex/institutional site |
A single client on Premium maintenance pays 72,000 FCFA a year, more than half the commission on a Starter showcase sold (15 % of 800,000 = 120,000 FCFA), and it does so every year: recurring changes the income scale.
The portfolio effect over 12 months
Recurring becomes powerful when it stacks. Imagine a partner adding one client each month on Standard maintenance at 75,000 FCFA/month (3,750 FCFA commission per client).
| Month | Cumulative clients | Recurring this month | Cumulative yearly recurring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 1 | 3,750 | 3,750 |
| Month 3 | 3 | 11,250 | 22,500 |
| Month 6 | 6 | 22,500 | 78,750 |
| Month 9 | 9 | 33,750 | 168,750 |
| Month 12 | 12 | 45,000 | 292,500 |
By year-end the partner earns 45,000 FCFA/month of pure recurring and has already accumulated 292,500 FCFA of passive income, not counting the initial sale commissions.
Why the Kolonell referral program bets on recurring
The Kolonell referral program is designed to reward retention as much as the sale. On top of 15 % on the showcase sale (12 % e-commerce, 10 % marketplace, 8 % institutional), the 5 % recurring on maintenance and hosting aligns your interests with the client's: the happier and more subscribed they stay, the more you earn. You have nothing to manage technically; Kolonell handles support, updates and security. Your role is limited to keeping a warm relationship with your referrals, which extends contracts and therefore your annuity. Recurring payments arrive by Wave or Orange Money every month.
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Mini case study
Aminata, a community manager in Saint-Louis, refers clients to Kolonell regularly. After 18 months she has a portfolio of 14 active clients on maintenance:
- 8 showcase sites on Standard maintenance at 75,000 FCFA/month: 8 x 3,750 = 30,000 FCFA/month
- 4 e-commerce on Premium maintenance at 120,000 FCFA/month: 4 x 6,000 = 24,000 FCFA/month
- 2 complex sites on Premium maintenance at 120,000 FCFA/month: 2 x 6,000 = 12,000 FCFA/month
- Total monthly recurring: 66,000 FCFA/month
That is 792,000 FCFA/year of passive income, which keeps landing even in months when she brings no new client. Each new signature only enlarges this base.
FAQ
How much does recurring pay on a single client? On Standard maintenance at 75,000 FCFA/month, the 5 % pays you 3,750 FCFA/month, i.e. 45,000 FCFA over a year. A client on Premium maintenance at 120,000 FCFA/month reaches 72,000 FCFA/year.
Does recurring ever stop? It continues as long as the client keeps their maintenance or hosting contract. If the client cancels, the matching recurring stops, which is why satisfied clients matter.
Do I have to chase my clients myself? No, Kolonell handles billing and support. Your warm relationship simply helps extend contracts, which protects your annuity.
Can I live off recurring alone? With a portfolio of 15 to 20 well-kept clients, recurring lands at roughly 56,000 to 120,000 FCFA/month. Many partners combine it with sale commissions for higher income.
Does recurring cover hosting too? Yes, the 5 % applies to managed recurring services such as maintenance and hosting (25,000 to 75,000 FCFA/month), not only pure maintenance.
Let's talk about your project. Build a recurring portfolio that pays you every month, even with no new sale. 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.
