Until 1996, the government prohibited sports betting in South Africa, and a law was passed in 2004 that restricted interactive gambling. Applicants had to obtain a license and undergo regulatory inspection.
List of Online Betting Sites in South Africa
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This list of online bookmakers includes all companies that accept sports bets in South Africa:
- Fafabet.
- Gbets.
- Pinnacle.
- Topbet.
- YesBets.
- Bizabets.
- Supabet.
- Betsson.
- Betway.
- Sportingbet.
- 10Bet.
- Hollywoodbets.
- BetSa.
- PlayaBets.
- Everygame.
- Betabets.
- WSB.
- PalaceBet.
- Stake.
- Bet.co.
- BetShetzi.
- Lulabet.
- BetFred.
- MegaPari.
- ScoreBet.
- Sunbet.
- 1xbet.
- YesPlay.
There are several requirements for companies to obtain a license, so many bookmakers cannot enter the country’s market.
Legality of Bookmakers
South African law requires all bookmaker companies to obtain licenses in order to operate legally. Permits are issued by special government commissions of provinces – PLA. The most popular of these is the license from the Western Cape province.
Important! International licenses from Curacao, Malta, Vanuatu, Malta, or Macau are not considered legal in South Africa.
License information must be published on the bookmaker’s website. Before registering, it is recommended to check the documents and make sure they are valid for the current date.
Bookmaker Ranking in South Africa
Our experts have compiled a ranking of the top 5 best bookmakers in South Africa. It will help newcomers choose a reliable company.
🏅 5th place – YesPlay
A local bookmaker that was opened and registered in South Africa. The company offers a welcome bonus of up to 3000 ZAR. There is a bet buyout function, a Live section, but no online broadcasts are held. You can contact support by phone, email, and through live chat on the official website.
🏅 4th place – Fafabet
The bookmaker legally operates in South Africa under a provincial government license. The welcome bonus for the first deposit is +150% of the amount, but not more than 5000 ZAR. There is a mobile application for Android. The bookmaker has a Live section with online broadcasts. Support works via email and chat on the website.
🥉 3rd place – Bet.co
The company is one of the leaders in the betting market in South Africa. It has been operating under a government license since 2010. The welcome bonus for the first deposit is relatively small: +100% (but not more than 1000 ZAR). There are apps for Android and iOS smartphones. You can bet in Live mode, but there are no broadcasts. Support works in online chat, hotline, and email.
🥈 2nd place – PlayaBets
A bookmaker with a relatively large welcome bonus of up to 10000 ZAR. The company has been operating since 1990, but as an online bookmaker – since 2012. It offers bets on 30 sports. There are apps for gadgets on Android and iOS operating systems, as well as online broadcasts. Communication with customer service is supported via hotline, email, and chat on the website.
🥇 1st place – 10Bet
The leader of our ranking is the relatively young bookmaker 10Bet. The company is registered and operates in South Africa. The bookmaker offers newcomers a welcome bonus of up to 1000 ZAR and a wide bonus program for loyal players. There are apps on Android and iOS. According to player reviews, the bookmaker offers the highest odds for popular sports events.
❓ FAQ
Is online sports betting legal in South Africa?
Yes. Sports betting is legal in South Africa. It is safe to play at bookmakers that have obtained a government license from one of the country’s provinces.
Is Sports Betting Popular in South Africa?
Sports betting is quite popular in South Africa. By 2023, more than 20 companies officially operate. Most of them offer online betting. There are also local offices and betting points.
What currency is accepted by South Africa bookmakers?
Legal bookmakers use the South African Rand – the official currency of the country.
Which is the best bookmaker in South Africa?
It is almost impossible to determine the best bookmaker exactly. Every player has different needs, which can be met by different ZA bookmakers.