Kenya POS Terminal Market (2025-2031) | Outlook, Trends, Industry, Value, Revenue, Analysis, Size, Forecast, Growth, Companies & Share

Kenya POS Terminal Market Highlights

Report Name	Kenya POS Terminal Market
Forecast period	2025-2031
CAGR	11%
Growing Sector	Retail

Topics Covered in the Kenya POS Terminal Market Report

The Kenya POS Terminal Market report thoroughly covers the market by Type and End Users. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

Kenya POS Terminal Market Synopsis

The Kenya POS Terminal Market has witnessed growth in past years. Factors such as the push towards a cashless economy, initiatives by the government, the rise of e-commerce and online shopping, and the adoption of cloud-based POS systems are driving the growth of the market. the market is expected to continue its growth significantly in the coming years.

According to 6Wresearch, the Kenya POS Terminal Market size is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 11% during 2025-2031. One of the major drivers of this growth is the government's push towards a cashless economy. The Kenyan government has implemented various initiatives to promote digital payments, such as launching a mobile money service called M-Pesa. Additionally, the rise in e-commerce and online shopping has also contributed to the growth of the POS terminal market in Kenya. Another driver is the growing adoption of cloud-based POS systems. These systems offer more flexibility and features than traditional on-premise solutions and hence make them attractive for businesses of all sizes.

One major challenge is infrastructure limitations, especially rural areas are facing internet connectivity issues. Another challenge is security concerns. With the increasing use of digital payments, there is a higher risk of fraud and data breaches. Moreover, the high cost of implementing POS systems is a barrier for small businesses in Kenya.

Kenya POS Terminal Industry Leading Players

Some of the key players in the Kenyan POS terminal market include Pax Technology Ltd., Ingenico Group, VeriFone Systems Inc., BBPOS Limited, Spire Payments Ltd., MyPos Ltd., and Banks (Equity Bank and KCB Bank) which offer their own branded POS terminals. These players not only provide hardware solutions but also offer software and services such as installation, maintenance, and support to merchants.

Kenya POS Terminal Market Government Regulations

One of these initiatives is the National Payment System Vision 2030. It was launched by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and aims to create a modern, safe, efficient, and inclusive payment system that supports economic development and financial stability in the country. Additionally, the Kenyan Government has also launched the National Financial Inclusion Strategy. It includes measures such as increasing access to digital financial services and promoting cashless transactions through the use of POS terminals. Furthermore, the government has also introduced tax incentives for businesses that adopt electronic payment systems such as POS terminals. Furthermore, the Kenyan government has also implemented policies to promote mobile money services, which have further boosted the demand for POS terminals.

Future Insights of the Market

The POS terminal market in Kenya will grow significantly as more businesses and consumers turn towards digital payment solutions. The rise in e-commerce and m-commerce activities is expected to drive the demand for POS terminals in the country. Moreover, with the government's focus on financial inclusion and reducing cash transactions, the market is expected to see continued growth. Technological advancements such as the introduction of contactless payment options and biometric authentication are also expected to further fuel market growth.

Market Segmentation by Type

According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the mobile POS segment is expected to witness significant growth in the Kenya POS terminal market. This can be attributed to the increasing adoption of smartphones and tablets by businesses for their point-of-sale transactions.

Market Segmentation by End Users

In terms of end users, the retail sector is anticipated to dominate the market. The use of POS terminals in retail outlets for efficient and secure transactions has become a common practice, driving the growth of this segment.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

• 10 Years of Market Numbers.
• Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
• Base Year 2024
• Forecast Data until 2031.
• Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
• Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Kenya POS Terminal Market Overview
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Outlook
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Forecast
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Size and Kenya POS Terminal Market Forecast Until 2031
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Share, By Types
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Share, By End Users
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Share, By Regions
• Historical Data of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume for the period, 2021-2031
• Market size and Forecast of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume Until 2031
• Historical Data of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By Types, for the Period 2021-2031
• Market size and Forecast of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By Types, Until 2031
• Historical Data of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By End Users, for the Period 2021-2031
• Market size and Forecast of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By End Users, Until 2031
• Historical Data of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By Regions, for the Period 2021-2031
• Market size and Forecast of Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenues and Volume, By Regions, Until 2031
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Drivers and Restraints
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Trends and Industry Life Cycle
• Porter’s Five Force Analysis
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Opportunity Assessment
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Revenue Share, By Company
• Kenya POS Terminal Market Overview on Competitive Benchmarking
• Company Profiles
• Key Strategic Recommendations

Markets Covered

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments

By Type

• Portable
• Countertop
• Mobile POS
• PIN Pad
• Multimedia

By End Users

• Hospitality
• Retail
• Government & Transportation
• Healthcare
• Others