The verdict in three sentences
The referrer's real lever is not the sale commission, it is the 5 % recurring on maintenance. Every referred client who stays on maintenance pays a commission every month, for life, regardless of new sales. Twenty clients at 100,000 FCFA/month of maintenance generate 100,000 FCFA/month passively, with no further prospecting.
How passive income is built
Kolonell monthly maintenance ranges from 50,000 to 200,000 FCFA depending on complexity. Your share is 5 % of that amount, paid as long as the client pays.
| Client maintenance | 5 % recurring/month | 10 clients | 20 clients | 30 clients |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50,000 FCFA | 2,500 FCFA | 25,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| 100,000 FCFA | 5,000 FCFA | 50,000 | 100,000 | 150,000 |
| 150,000 FCFA | 7,500 FCFA | 75,000 | 150,000 | 225,000 |
| 200,000 FCFA | 10,000 FCFA | 100,000 | 200,000 | 300,000 |
Unlike the sale commission, this flow does not stop: it is a personal MRR that accumulates with each new referred client.
The 12-month compounding curve
By adding 2 maintenance clients per month (at 100,000 FCFA/month each), the compounding effect becomes visible within the first half-year.
| Month | Recurring clients | Recurring income/month | Projected annual cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 30,000 FCFA | — |
| 6 | 12 | 60,000 FCFA | — |
| 9 | 18 | 90,000 FCFA | — |
| 12 | 24 | 120,000 FCFA | ~780,000 FCFA paid in the year |
| 24 | 48 | 240,000 FCFA | ~2,500,000 FCFA/year at maturity |
These amounts are 2026 estimates based on a high maintenance retention rate (well-kept sites are rarely abandoned).
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Kodjo, a referrer in Lagos, deliberately focuses on maintenance rather than sales volume. In 10 months he has referred 20 clients who all take maintenance at 100,000 FCFA/month.
- Recurring: 20 × 5 % × 100,000 = 100,000 FCFA/month passively
- Over 12 months, that is 1,200,000 FCFA with no new prospecting
- If he adds just 5 clients next year, he moves to 125,000 FCFA/month
His income no longer depends on the month's activity: it is a base that lands even when he is on leave, the very definition of passive income.
FAQ
Is the recurring really for life? Yes, as long as the client keeps their maintenance contract active, you earn your 5 % every month, with no time limit.
What happens if the client cancels? The recurring stops on that specific client, but your other contracts continue. Maintenance retention is high because a site without updates quickly loses value.
How many clients to live off the recurring? At 100,000 FCFA/month average maintenance, roughly 30 to 40 referred clients yield 150,000 to 200,000 FCFA/month passively.
Does the recurring stack with the sale commission? Yes, you first earn 15 % on the showcase sale, then 5 % every month on its maintenance: the two are independent.
Can I sell my recurring portfolio? That is discussed case by case with Kolonell; the key is that this flow is yours as long as clients stay active.
Let's talk about your project. Build lifetime passive income with the Kolonell referral program: 5 % recurring on every referred maintenance. 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.
