The verdict in three sentences
Being a referral partner is the cleanest side income there is: no stock, no technical delivery, no after-sales to handle, just a qualified introduction. With Kolonell, a simple showcase sale at 500,000 FCFA pays you 75,000 FCFA in commission, plus 5 % recurring on monthly maintenance. In 3 to 5 hours a week, a motivated employee closes 1 to 2 projects a month without ever touching a line of code.
The Kolonell commission schedule
Kolonell pays the partner on every project signed and delivered, at a rate that depends on the vertical. The principle is simple: you open the door, Kolonell delivers, you get paid.
| Vertical | Commission | Recurring | Average ticket | Earnings per deal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase | 15 % | + 5 % maintenance | 500,000 FCFA | 75,000 FCFA + recurring |
| E-commerce | 12 % | — | 2,000,000 FCFA | 240,000 FCFA |
| Marketplace | 10 % | — | 5,000,000 FCFA | 500,000 FCFA |
| Institutional | 8 % | — | 10,000,000 FCFA | 800,000 FCFA |
The showcase recurring is the detail that changes everything: on a 50,000 FCFA/month maintenance contract, your 5 % is 2,500 FCFA/month per client — passive income that stacks deal after deal.
Fitting it around a salaried job
The strength of this model is that it runs from a phone. You don't need to quit your job or block out whole days. Here is how to spread 3 to 5 hours a week.
| Slot | Activity | Duration | Goal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch break | Spot SMEs without a site | 30 min | 5-10 prospects/week |
| Evening (twice) | WhatsApp messages + demo | 1h30 | 3-5 conversations |
| Weekend | Follow-up + closing | 1h | 1-2 appointments |
| Ongoing | Handover to Kolonell | 15 min | Pass the baton |
Once the prospect is warm, you hand them to the Kolonell team, which handles the quote, production and follow-up. Your role ends at the introduction; your commission continues.
Mini case study
Moussa is a salaried accountant in Dakar who devotes 4 hours a week to referrals. Last month he signed 2 showcase sites (500,000 FCFA each) and 1 e-commerce (2,000,000 FCFA).
His commissions: 2 x 75,000 = 150,000 FCFA on the showcases, plus 240,000 FCFA on the e-commerce, for 390,000 FCFA that month. Both showcase clients took maintenance at 50,000 FCFA/month: he earns 2 x 2,500 = 5,000 FCFA/month in recurring that will add up automatically every month. In one part-time month, he nearly doubled his net accountant's salary.
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FAQ
Do you need technical skills to be a partner?
No, none. You sell a solution, not code. Kolonell provides demos, pitch material and handles all delivery; you focus on the client relationship.
How much can a beginner earn?
A regular partner targets 1 to 2 deals a month, or 75,000 to 400,000 FCFA depending on the vertical. A single e-commerce or marketplace sale can exceed half a salary.
When is the commission paid?
Commission is due on every project signed and collected by Kolonell. The 5 % showcase recurring is paid for as long as the client keeps their maintenance contract.
Is it compatible with a full-time job?
Yes, it's actually the ideal profile. Everything runs on WhatsApp in 3 to 5 hours a week, with no schedule clash with a salaried job.
How do you become a Kolonell referral partner?
Just contact us to receive the partner kit (demos, price grid, scripts) and start prospecting this week.
Let's talk about your project. Join the Kolonell referral partner program and turn your network into extra 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.
