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Listing Your Restaurant on a Delivery App: Commission, Payouts and Whether It Pays

Honest maths on delivery commission for African restaurants.

The commission maths

At 25% commission, a dish must have a gross margin above that before delivery makes money. Many do not, which is why delivery menu prices are higher.

Payout timing

Weekly settlement is common. Daily settlement materially improves working capital for small kitchens.

What to control

Preparation time accuracy and stock-out toggles. Late and cancelled orders damage your rating faster than anything else.

Common questions

What commission do delivery apps charge?

Typically 20-30% in African markets.

How quickly do I get paid?

On Zuma, daily or weekly depending on the agreement.

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