SHOP KIJIJI – Vendor Fee Structure

Goals: simple, transparent, fair to artisans, sustainable for KIJIJI community building, rooted in African-centric values of Memory + Beauty.

1) Core Fee Structure

• Monthly Subscription: $0 for first 3 months (grace period). $10/month (global vendors). $5/month (vendors in Africa & South America).
• Listing Fee: $0.25 per product.
• Commission: 7% of each sale (excluding taxes). Payment gateway fees (Stripe/PayPal) are passed through at cost.
• Community Fund Allocation: 1% of KIJIJI’s commission reinvested into KIJIJI Villages for community and culture projects.

2) What’s Included

• Free onboarding: setup call, checklist, pricing/shipping templates.
• Story-driven product templates (titles, bullets, provenance).
• Marketplace support: 2-day content review, platform protection.
• Marketing: featured vendor slots and campaign highlights.

3) Optional Services

• Professional photography (hero + lifestyle shots).
• SEO copywriting (titles, bullets, brand story).
• Packaging & unboxing design.
• Campaign placement / seasonal ads.

4) Promotions for Founding Vendors

• 3-month grace period (no subscription fees).
• Priority curation and early campaign placement.
• Editorial spotlight eligibility.

SHOP KIJIJI – Vendor Agreement

Effective Date: [Date]
Between: Cecil Capital Inc. d/b/a SHOP KIJIJI (“KIJIJI”) and the undersigned vendor (“Vendor”).

Key Terms

• Eligibility: Vendor must be authorized, legally compliant, and provide valid tax/payment info.
• Curation & Standards: KIJIJI may approve or remove listings to maintain brand integrity. Counterfeits or unsafe goods are prohibited.
• Fees: Subscription, listing, and 7% commission apply. Gateway and chargeback fees are pass-through.
• Taxes: Vendors handle applicable taxes unless automated by KIJIJI.
• Payouts: Weekly (free) or instant (small fee). Refunds reverse commission.
• Shipping: Vendors ship within 3 business days with tracking.
• Returns: 14-day policy minimum (except perishables/customs).
• IP Rights: Vendor retains ownership; KIJIJI may use content for marketing.
• Conduct: Respectful behavior required; review manipulation forbidden.
• Data: Buyer data used only for order fulfillment unless opted in.
• Termination: Either party may terminate with 14 days’ notice. KIJIJI may suspend for violations.

Onboarding Playbook

• Images: 2000px+, clean background, lifestyle shots.
• Product Story: Include origin, craft, and cultural context.
• Shipping: Use eco-packaging + zone templates.
• Customer Care: Respond in 1 business day, ship on time, maintain <2% return rate.

Why This Works

• Transparent, fair entry fees.
• Commission only when vendors succeed.
• Professional-grade support from day one.
• Each sale contributes to real-world Black neighborhood building through KIJIJI Villages.