Software developer Amohelang Thoabala has introduced a new access control and event management application, VENTIQ, aimed at addressing persistent inefficiencies in how events are organised and managed in Lesotho.
VENTIQ is designed as a modern gateway for workshops, conferences and social events, offering streamlined registration and access control for both organisers and attendees. However, Thoabala says the platform’s primary focus is empowering event organisers with practical, scalable tools.
He said the idea for the platform was born out of recurring challenges observed at structured events across the country.
“We kept seeing the same patterns — clipboards being passed around, WhatsApp groups used as registration systems, and Excel sheets that became difficult to manage after the event,” Thoabala noted.
According to him, the problem went beyond technology gaps and pointed to a broader structural issue.
“Organisations were not lacking ambition; they were lacking tools that matched their level of operation,” he recounted.
VENTIQ was developed to bridge that gap by providing a flexible yet structured system that simplifies event management from initial setup to post-event reporting. The platform also ensures a smooth registration and entry experience for attendees.
The application supports a wide range of events, including music festivals, concerts, church gatherings, corporate functions and private ceremonies such as weddings. Its adaptable design allows it to scale from small internal workshops to large, high-capacity public events.
A key feature that sets VENTIQ apart, Thoabala explained, is its multi-tenant architecture. Unlike marketplace-based platforms that impose uniform structures, VENTIQ allows each organisation to operate independently, with full control over how their events are configured, managed and monetised.
“This means events are not forced into a single format,” he indicated.
For instance, organisations hosting internal workshops can use the system purely for attendance tracking by uploading participant lists. The platform then distributes tickets via email or WhatsApp, which are used to monitor participation. Meanwhile, large public events can utilise the same system for ticket sales and controlled access at entry points.
VENTIQ also introduces a hybrid pricing model aimed at increasing accessibility. The platform is primarily package-based, giving organisations full access to its features, while also allowing optional per-ticket pricing where necessary.
This approach enables organisers to start with a free trial for their first event, host free events, or transition into paid events without being subjected to high commission fees.
“We also provide flexibility at the ticket level. Organisers can define what each ticket offers. For example, VIP tickets may include added benefits such as refreshments or exclusive access,” Thoabala said.
Additionally, the system allows for complimentary tickets for special guests, which are tracked separately to maintain accurate sales reporting.
He added VENTIQ is designed to give event organisers greater control, flexibility and transparency, while modernising event management practices in Lesotho.
