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POS and Ticketing System for Events and Entertainment Venues in Kenya

POS and ticket sales for events, cinemas and entertainment venues in Kenya

Every typed price is a chance for a mistake, and every mistake is money.

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In this guide you will see:
  • Tickets are sold without a count tied to gate entry.
  • Gate and bar cash is counted by hand late at night.
  • Ticket types and prices change per event and are applied unevenly.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-16Updated 2026-10-163 min read
On this page01. The problem in event organisers, cinemas and entertainment venues02. What the system does for you03. Typical equipment04. How we set it up05. Get a free survey and quote06. FAQ
POS and Ticketing System for Events and Entertainment Venues in Kenya
Quick answer

At an event, money moves fast at the gate, the bar and the food stalls. Without a record, ticket counts and takings are argued about after the crowd has left.

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Key takeaways

  • Tickets are sold without a count tied to gate entry.
  • Gate and bar cash is counted by hand late at night.
  • Ticket types and prices change per event and are applied unevenly.
  • Lines form at the gate and the bar.

01The problem in event organisers, cinemas and entertainment venues

At an event, money moves fast at the gate, the bar and the food stalls. Without a record, ticket counts and takings are argued about after the crowd has left.

  • Tickets are sold without a count tied to gate entry.
  • Gate and bar cash is counted by hand late at night.
  • Ticket types and prices change per event and are applied unevenly.
  • Lines form at the gate and the bar.
  • The organiser sees the numbers days later.

02What the system does for you

Ticket typesRegular, VIP and group prices per event
Gate and bar tillsSeveral tills with one end-of-event report
Fast paymentsCash, M-Pesa and card
Cashier controlEach seller has a login and a closing report
Offline-ready tillsKeep selling if the venue network drops (where the software supports it)
Event summaryTickets sold, revenue and drinks sold

03Typical equipment

ItemWhat it is for
Touchscreen POS terminalThe till screen the cashier uses; Windows or Android
80mm receipt printerPrints receipts and kitchen or bar orders
Barcode scannerScans products in a second, with no price typing errors
Cash drawerOpens automatically on each cash sale
Portable receipt or ticket printerFor gate and bar tills
Mobile POS handheld (optional)For roaming sellers
Did you know?Every site is different, so we survey first and quote to your layout. Qyvea supplies, installs, configures and trains your staff, and delivers countrywide.

04How we set it up

  1. 01
    Free site surveyWe look at the venue, number of selling points and your payment methods.
  2. 02
    Choose hardware and softwareWe match terminals, printers and software to your volumes and budget.
  3. 03
    Load your productsWe help import your product list, prices and opening stock.
  4. 04
    Install and connectTills, printers, scanners, network and payment set-up.
  5. 05
    Train and go liveGo-live support, training for every cashier and a plan for aftercare.

05Get a free survey and quote

When to call a professionalTell us about your site and how many counters or tills you run and we will come back with a written quote. We survey Nairobi and the surrounding counties for free, and supply and ship nationwide. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

06Frequently asked questions

Can I run several tills at once?

Yes; each till reports to one system.

Does it work if the network drops?

Some POS software works offline and syncs later; we specify it where it matters.

Can I scan tickets at entry?

Ticket scanning needs ticketing software; we can discuss options.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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