Tisini, one of Africa’s fastest-rising sports technology companies, continues to redefine sports journalism by fusing real-time data analytics with storytelling.
The platform has become a strong voice in African sports coverage—especially in Kenya—offering deep tactical breakdowns, player insights, and match analytics that go beyond normal score reporting.
To maintain these standards, Tisini works with a network of trained agents, analysts, writers, and zonal coordinators positioned across various leagues and regions.
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These contributors extract match data, report on games, gather statistics, and craft digital content aimed at empowering athletes and educating fans.
Payment and Allowances for Tisini Contributor
Tisini’s compensation model has evolved from simple match payments to a structured, tier-based system designed to reward performance, consistency, and skill level. According to the updated Tisini compensation policy, contributors fall under three main brackets:
1. Full-Time Staff
These are zonal coordinators, regional leads, and core company employees.
They benefit from the full package, which includes:
- Monthly stipend (Kes. 10,000–20,000) depending on role and performance.
- Transport per game/event
- Up to Kes. 1,000 per SportPesa League match (Football & Rugby)
- Up to Kes. 1,000 per team for VideoTool recordings
- Up to Kes. 650 for other leagues
- 10% Sales commission on any new client or business they bring
- Kes. 500 per published article
- Kes. 1,000 per dashboard presentation
- Kes. 1,500 Training compensation per completed 3-week session (Kes. 500/week)
- Kes. 1,500 monthly internet allowance
- Kes. 1,500 monthly transport allowance
- Hire-purchase assets — laptops, phones
- Access to Tisini Wallet (savings & borrowing)
- Medical insurance (when implemented)
This tier is designed to support staff with operational costs and to enable long-term growth in their assigned zones.
2. Agent Tier 1
Tier 1 agents are active contributors regularly covering events or collecting verified data.
They earn per activity and receive the following benefits:
- Transport per game/event
- Up to Kes. 1,000 per SportPesa League match
- Up to Kes. 1,000 per team (VideoTool)
- Up to Kes. 650 for other leagues
- 10% sales commission
- Kes. 500 per published article
- Kes. 1,000 per dashboard presentation
- Kes. 1,500 per completed training session (3 weeks)
This tier rewards agents who combine field coverage with weekly operations, training, or analytics involvement.
3. Agent Tier 2
This category covers new or occasional contributors, mostly focused on match data entry.
They are paid based on assignments:
- Transport per game/event
- Up to Kes. 650 for other leagues
- 10% sales commission
- Kes. 500 per article
- Kes. 1,000 per dashboard presentation
Tier 2 serves as the entry point into the company—ideal for students, freelancers, and part-time reporters.
Additional Support Systems
Game Entrance and Accreditation
Tisini ensures agents do not incur stadium entrance fees. Contributors are issued accreditation tags to access matches officially and professionally—no personal payment at gates.
Savings & Borrowing (Tisini Wallet)
Full-time staff have access to the Tisini Wallet system, which allows them to save earnings and borrow for work support or emergencies.
Bonuses & Recognition
The company runs performance-based incentives such as:
- Monthly awards
- Role-based performance bonuses
- Outstanding contributor recognition
These rewards motivate staff to grow professionally and uphold data accuracy standards.
Why the Structure Exists
Tisini’s tiered payment model is designed to:
- Protect contributors from exploitation in the field,
- Reward quality data over quantity,
- Encourage reporting ethics,
- And foster sustainable careers in African sports journalism.
The company’s approach ensures that match coverage is not just about recording the scoreline—but documenting player performance, tactical evolution, fan culture, and development pathways.
As Tisini expands into more leagues, regions, and sports, the compensation structure provides a foundation that keeps contributors motivated, protected, and aligned with the company’s mission: giving African sports the professional coverage it deserves..