Event management platform for Africa
Run the whole event
from one place.
Registration, check-in, exhibitors and floor plans, speakers, networking and campaigns in one system instead of five. Ticket sales are paid straight into your own M-Pesa, Paystack or Stripe account.
Works with the tools you already use
“We run Stories from My Motherland on Karibisha. We sell our tickets there, run weekend promos with discount codes, and check everyone in on our phones on event day.”
Your event money shouldn't wait for the event.
Venues, caterers and speakers want paying before the doors open. On Karibisha every sale goes to your own account, and we take 0% of it.
| Compare | Many ticketing platforms | Karibisha |
|---|---|---|
| When you're paid | After the event ends | As each ticket sells |
| Who holds the money | The platform | You, in your own M-Pesa, Paystack or Stripe account |
| Cut of ticket sales | Often a percentage of every ticket | 0%. One flat plan price |
| How attendees pay | Cards first | M-Pesa (Kenya and Tanzania), mobile money and cards |
| Beyond ticketing | Separate tools for exhibitors, floor plans and networking | Included in every paid plan |
| Check-in | Needs a connection | The mobile app works offline, then syncs |
Your payment provider's normal processing fees and settlement times still apply.
Built around the event you're running
Every paid plan includes every feature. Start with the ones your event needs.
Conferences and summits
Give delegates a reason to stay past the keynote.
- Matchmaking that tells each attendee who to meet, and why
- Sessions and speakers across multiple tracks and rooms
- Salesforce and HubSpot sync for registrations and check-ins
- Livestreams on YouTube and Zoom for hybrid audiences
Expos and trade shows
Sell the floor before the doors open.
- Floor plans where exhibitors pick and book their own booth
- Lead capture by QR scan, so exhibitors leave with contacts
- Virtual booths with videos, brochures and contact forms
- Points and leaderboards that send attendees to the booths
Galas and ticketed events
Fill the room and keep the queue moving.
- Assigned seating with seat maps, sections and VIP categories
- Group and multi-currency tickets paid by M-Pesa, mobile money or card
- QR check-in that keeps working in the app when the network doesn't
- Email and WhatsApp reminders from your own domain
How Karibisha Works
Get started in minutes, not hours
Create Your Event
Set up your event details, date, venue, and branding in minutes.
Set Up Tickets
Create ticket types, set prices, and configure your registration form.
Promote & Sell
Share your event page and start selling tickets instantly.
Manage & Analyze
Check in attendees, track metrics, and get insights in real-time.
The Event Management Platform That Understands Africa
From Nairobi to Lagos, Dar es Salaam to Kampala — Karibisha is designed for African event organizers. Accept payments via M-Pesa, Paystack, and Stripe, manage events in KES, UGX, TZS, and more.
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M-Pesa & Paystack payments — accept mobile money and card payments from attendees across Africa
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Multi-currency support — run events in KES, USD, NGN, UGX, TZS, and other local currencies
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Custom domain support — host your event page on your own domain, e.g. events.yourorganization.co.ke
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QR code check-in — scan tickets with any phone, no scanners to rent. The mobile app keeps working offline
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Karibisha event management
What is Karibisha and how does it work?
Karibisha is an all-in-one event management and online ticketing platform built for organizers in Kenya and across Africa. You create an event, set up ticket types, share your event page, and attendees register and pay online. On event day, use QR code scanning for fast check-in.
Does Karibisha support M-Pesa payments?
Yes. Karibisha fully integrates M-Pesa (via STK push), Paystack (for card and mobile money payments across Africa), and Stripe for international card payments. Attendees can pay using the method most convenient to them.
Is Karibisha free to use?
Karibisha offers a free Starter plan with no credit card required. You can create events, sell tickets, and manage attendees at no cost. Paid plans add higher event and attendee limits, support, white label, custom domains and API access.
When do I get paid for ticket sales?
Immediately — as soon as a ticket is sold. Because Karibisha connects directly to your own Stripe, Paystack, or M-Pesa account, ticket revenue goes straight to you, not into a Karibisha-held balance. Many other event platforms hold your funds until after the event ends; Karibisha never does.
Can I use Karibisha for conferences, expos, and exhibitions?
Absolutely. Karibisha is designed for all event types — from small meetups and corporate conferences to large trade expos and exhibitions. Features include exhibitor booth management, sponsorship packages, session schedules, speaker profiles, and more.
How does QR code check-in work?
When an attendee registers, they receive a ticket with a unique QR code via email. At your event, your team scans QR codes using a smartphone — no special hardware needed. Karibisha supports both manual and scanner-based check-in with real-time tracking.
Can I use my own domain for my event page?
Yes. With Karibisha's custom domain feature, you can host your event page on your own domain, such as events.yourcompany.co.ke. This gives your events a professional, branded experience.
Run your next event from one place.
Set up your event page, tickets and check-in today. Ticket sales go straight to your own account.
Free Starter plan • No card required • 0% commission