The verdict in three sentences
A beginner Kolonell referral partner targets 150,000 to 300,000 FCFA per month, an intermediate 400,000 to 700,000 FCFA, and a top partner exceeds 1,000,000 FCFA thanks to a single marketplace or institutional deal. Income depends on three levers: prospect volume, pole mix (vitrine, e-commerce, marketplace, institutional) and conversion rate (20 to 35 % on average). The model's strength: the 5 % recurring commission on vitrine maintenance creates passive income that compounds month after month.
Kolonell commissions per pole in 2026
The Kolonell referral program pays a commission on every sale signed thanks to you. Here is the official scale applied to the contract amount.
| Pole | Rate | Contract range | Commission per sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitrine | 15 % + 5 % recurring | 250,000 - 1,200,000 FCFA | 37,500 - 180,000 FCFA |
| E-commerce | 12 % | 1,000,000 - 4,000,000 FCFA | 120,000 - 480,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10 % | 2,500,000 - 12,000,000 FCFA | 250,000 - 1,200,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8 % | 5,000,000+ FCFA | 400,000+ FCFA |
The 5 % recurring commission applies every month on maintenance contracts (50,000 to 200,000 FCFA/month), as long as the client stays active. A partner who places 12 maintenance contracts thus earns a passive flow that never stops.
Three concrete profiles for 2026
Here is a rough 2026 projection based on your activity level and network.
| Profile | Monthly activity | Conversion | Sale income | Cumulative recurring | Monthly total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 2 Starter vitrines | 20 % | 75,000 FCFA | 5,000 FCFA | ~80,000 FCFA |
| Intermediate | 3 Growth vitrines + 0.5 e-commerce | 28 % | 285,000 FCFA | 25,000 FCFA | ~310,000 FCFA |
| Top partner | 4 Premium vitrines + 1 e-commerce + 1 marketplace/quarter | 35 % | 800,000 FCFA | 60,000 FCFA | ~860,000 FCFA |
The intermediate profile is the most realistic for someone prospecting 8 to 10 hours per week. The top partner combines active prospecting with a network of prescribers (accountants, notaries) who bring in large-ticket deals.
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Awa, who runs a cybercafe in Pikine, becomes a Kolonell referral partner alongside her business. In month 1 she converts 2 Starter vitrines (250,000 FCFA each): commission 15 % x 2 = 75,000 FCFA. She also places 2 maintenance contracts at 50,000 FCFA/month: recurring 5 % x 2 = 5,000 FCFA/month. By month 6, her recurring portfolio reaches 30,000 FCFA/month. Combining 12 vitrines sold over the half-year (~540,000 FCFA in sale commissions) and growing recurring income, Awa exceeds 600,000 FCFA in total income over 6 months, without leaving her counter.
FAQ
How much does a beginner Kolonell partner earn in the first year? As a 2026 order of magnitude, a steady beginner (2-3 vitrines/month) generates 1.5 to 3 million FCFA over 12 months, recurring included. The curve accelerates as the maintenance portfolio grows.
Is the 5 % recurring commission capped? No. As long as the client pays for maintenance, the partner earns 5 % every month, with no time limit or client cap.
When am I paid? The commission is paid within 48 hours after the client's actual payment is received, via Wave or Orange Money, to your number.
Do I need a legal status to be a partner? Not to start. For large volumes, formal invoicing (sole trader or company) is recommended for tax purposes, but the program accepts individuals.
Can I combine several poles? Yes, and it is advised. Mixing vitrines (volume) with an occasional marketplace or institutional deal (large ticket) maximizes annual income.
Become a Kolonell referral partner
The Kolonell referral program is open to everyone: shopkeepers, freelancers, students, networked professionals. You earn 15 % + 5 % recurring on vitrines, 12 % on e-commerce, 10 % on marketplaces and 8 % on institutional projects, paid within 48 hours via Wave/OM.
Let's talk about your project. Join the referral program and start turning your address book into monthly income. 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.