Anyone who is interested in betting knows that knowledge and the right strategy are crucial for the success of a sports bet. Accordingly, we want to present news about sports betting and betting sites in Africa in this section.
Whether general news about betting providers, information about promotions such as new customer and existing customer bonus offers, current odds boosts and enhanced odds on certain sporting events, all this is to be presented in this section.
But sports betting is not always about registration bonus, often there are also little things that can make life easier for a betting enthusiast. For example, it is of interest whether a betting site suddenly accepts cryptocurrencies as a means of payment or whether a special provider now offers a native mobile betting app for download in the Google Play Store, whether a bookmaker has just relaunched its website or whether a provider suddenly takes over the betting tax for its customers …
Bookies are also often involved in sports sponsorship. This topic is particularly important for sports fans, as it strengthens the bond with the respective club/team and the bookmaker and is often accompanied by particularly attractive promotions for the fan base of this club.
Therefore, this topic is also to be presented here and new commitments of the betting sites in sports but also in the area of social engagement are to be presented here.
Latest News about Betting Sites
- BetKing signed its first sponsorship deal with a football club in NigeriaBetKing signed its first sponsorship deal with a football club in Nigeria. This sees the bookmaker, which additionally holds licences in Ghana and Kenya, acting as shirt sponsor of Ikorodu City. Furthermore, the contract currently runs for the upcoming season of the second-tier Nigeria National League (NNL). The signing between the Lagos-based squad and the… Continue reading BetKing signed its first sponsorship deal with a football club in Nigeria
- BetKing Nigeria offers a jackpotWhile bettors in Ghana have already had the option to do so for some time now, BetKing Nigeria launched a jackpot. Thus, the betting site underlined its ambition to provide their loyal users with the very attractive and exciting offers. At first glance, the introduction of the new jackpot is a great enrichment for the… Continue reading BetKing Nigeria offers a jackpot
- Betway Ghana opens new customer centre in OsuAs they announced, Betway Ghana opened a new customer centre in Osu, a neighbourhood in the capital city of Accra. Here, the globally reputed online betting brand opted for a location at No. 9 Adjoate Road. This lies immediately behind the Koala Shopping Centre on Oxford Street. Like the other contact points, Betway Ghana’s new… Continue reading Betway Ghana opens new customer centre in Osu
- The PFL announces a partnership with 1xBetThe Professional Fighters League, for short PFL, announced a partnership with 1xBet. Here, the globally known bookmaker will act as the official sports betting sponsor of the PFL in Sub-Saharan Africa as well as in Latin America. Additionally, the deal includes customized social media content and the involvement of in-country TV channels. Furthermore, four world-class… Continue reading The PFL announces a partnership with 1xBet
- Mojabet signed as a partner of Olympique MarseilleMojabet became an official partner of Olympique Marseille. More precisely, the bookmaker will act as the official African betting partner of a top club of the French Ligue 1 for six years. Additionally, to the gambling industry, Mojabet provides financial technology, mobile money, and telecom value-added services. Furthermore, the betting site holds, for example, a… Continue reading Mojabet signed as a partner of Olympique Marseille
- Betway announced their licence extension in NigeriaBetway announced their licence extension by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) that is based in Abuja. This permits the world’s leading betting brand to offer its services in all of Nigeria’s states and local government areas for a further five years. In handing over the renewed licence to Betway, the Director General of the… Continue reading Betway announced their licence extension in Nigeria
- Betway extends its sponsorship of the Ghana Women’s Premier LeagueBetway remains a sponsor of the Ghana Women’s Premier League that is run by the Ghana Football Association (GFA). Thus, the betting site will continue to act as the official development partner of the highest division in Ghanaian women’s football. The Country Manager of Betway, Kwabena Oppong Nkrumah, stated: “We are pleased to announce the… Continue reading Betway extends its sponsorship of the Ghana Women’s Premier League
- Parimatch Tech is now GR8 TechIn these days, Parimatch Tech became GR8 Tech. This marked the entrance of a de facto new company into the global market. Parimatch Tech, which benefited from almost 30 years of experience, developed platform and marketing solutions for the bookmaker Parimatch. Here, it focused on long-term collaborations, and an efficient approach to the delivery of… Continue reading Parimatch Tech is now GR8 Tech
- African Growth: ESA Gaming Launches In Nigeria With BetBonanza PartnershipAfter introducing its collection of non-traditional content titles in collaboration with rapidly expanding operator BetBonanza, cutting-edge games supplier ESA Gaming has made its first appearance in the Nigerian market. With the help of this new relationship, ESA Gaming will be able to continue its recent expansion across the African continent, a region in which its… Continue reading African Growth: ESA Gaming Launches In Nigeria With BetBonanza Partnership
- Betika refunds in Ghana and Tanzania 50% of stakesIn a promotion, Betika refunds in Ghana and Tanzania 50% of the stake of lost bets. You can benefit from this every day from Monday to Friday. But if you want to qualify for this offer, you must fulfil several conditions. For example, you can only benefit from this bonus only if you place wagers… Continue reading Betika refunds in Ghana and Tanzania 50% of stakes
- BetKing launches a campaign for responsible gamblingBetKing initiated a new campaign for responsible gaming called “Kings Know When to Stop”. It aims to encourage a sensible ecosystem by educating people about safe betting. Here, the campaign of the Nigerian betting brand comprises a three-part TVC. Therein, they call on the players to gamble responsibly. Because: They should realize their limits and… Continue reading BetKing launches a campaign for responsible gambling
- Uganda’s Finance Minister promotes responsible gamblingUganda’s Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi requested the installation of digital monitors for encouraging responsible gambling. He mentioned this plan during the presentation of the strategic plan for the years 2022/2023-2024/2025 of the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (LGRB). It took place at the headquarters of the ministry in the capital Kampala. More precisely,… Continue reading Uganda’s Finance Minister promotes responsible gambling
- Hollywoodbets reveals Twain Sports as a partnerHollywoodbets announced a cooperation with Twain Sports. Thereby, the new sports betting platform signed the second partnership in the content within a brief period and strengthened its presence in Africa. Additionally, one of the most popular bookmakers in South Africa intensifies a cooperation with the operator BetGames. Moreover, the company plans to continue launching the… Continue reading Hollywoodbets reveals Twain Sports as a partner
- Betway signs Twain Sport as partner in AfricaBetway announced a ground-breaking partnership with Twain Sport. This represents a new sports portal that the Hybrid Sports League and BetGames recently released. The agreement, which the parties presented on Tuesday, allows Twain Sport to enter the African market. Thus, the young company expands its global presence and taps into new target groups. Betway customers… Continue reading Betway signs Twain Sport as partner in Africa
- bet365 expanded into Ghana and thus into AfricaAs part of a comprehensive expansion strategy in Africa, bet365 announced the launch of its sportsbook into the Ghanaian market. The British global bookmaker with headquarters in Stoke-on-Trent describes the expansion as a “stellar moment”. Additionally, bet365 revealed that the presences for Ghanaian punters became operational on Friday, the 18th of November. The company targeted… Continue reading bet365 expanded into Ghana and thus into Africa
- Teko Modise becomes brand ambassador at HollywoodbetsHollywoodbets unveiled the South African soccer legend Teko Modise, who captained the Bafana Bafana, as its new brand ambassador. Modise holds the nickname “The General” thanks to his outstanding leadership qualities. Therefore, he ranks among South Africa‘s greatest football personalities, with more than 20 years of activity at both national and international level. The former… Continue reading Teko Modise becomes brand ambassador at Hollywoodbets
- Entain plc launches the global brand bwin in ZambiaThe global gambling group Entain plc expands into Africa. Because: it launched the bookmaker bwin in Zambia. The betting brand aims to support the local sports and tourism sectors. The announcement took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka. There, the bookmaker’s parent group revealed the launch and the intention to support the sports… Continue reading Entain plc launches the global brand bwin in Zambia
- 10bet entered the South African market10bet, which obtained a licence from the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER), announced its launch into the South African market. With the kickoff of www.10bet.co.za, the bookmaker with a 20-year experience in various countries underlined its commitment to continually expand in Africa. Additionally, 10bet provides its products in Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia. Here, the sites… Continue reading 10bet entered the South African market
- New Permit Introduced By Nigeria For Gaming Operators With Offshore LicensesTo boost tax revenues and bring more flexibility to gamers in Nigeria, online gambling permission in the West African giant will soon be available to companies with no physical presence. This will be made possible by a new remote operator authorisation that will be available to gaming providers with licenses in jurisdictions outside of Nigeria.… Continue reading New Permit Introduced By Nigeria For Gaming Operators With Offshore Licenses
- Betway Ghana helps journalists before the 2022 World CupThe 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which will take place from 20 November to 18 December, is fast approaching. Therefore, Betway Ghana partnered with Media General (MG) to share best practices with Ghanaian journalists. On this occasion, some long-time sports journalists shared their experiences in the coverage of global events. These included the President of… Continue reading Betway Ghana helps journalists before the 2022 World Cup
- SunBet to expand in partnership with SportingtechSunBet, a subsidiary of the sports betting and hotel giant Sun International (JSE:SUI) that is headquartered in the South African Sandton, appointed Sportingtech to expand into new African markets. These include three established ones. Currently, the bookmaker holds a licence in its country of origin and more specifically issued by the Western Cape Gambling and… Continue reading SunBet to expand in partnership with Sportingtech
- 888bet enters the markets in Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, and MozambiqueIn the past months, we told you about the establishment of 888Africa, an African joint venture of 888 Holdings. For this, the group signed an agreement with five industry specialists. 888 Holdings acquired a minimum stake and the possibility to increase its share. Eventually, it could also own 100%. Previously, 888 had been eyeing Africa… Continue reading 888bet enters the markets in Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, and Mozambique
- Betway Ghana expanded and renovated its Customer Experience Centre in KumasiAfter a make-over and renovations, Betway reopened its Customer Experience Centre for enthusiasts and bettors in Kumasi. The customer experience centre of the bookmaker in Ghana’s second-largest city operates at Nyantakyi Plaza on Amakom Road. Existing since February 2018, it began to assist customers in the Ashanti Region who were interested in sports betting. Four… Continue reading Betway Ghana expanded and renovated its Customer Experience Centre in Kumasi
- 1xBet signs betting partnership with OSC Lille for African markets1xBet and OSC Lille announced the signing of a three-year agreement. The betting group, which received more than 40 awards, thus acts as the partner of the French football club in North and South Africa. Additionally, 1xBet became the Great Danes’ regional partner in the Middle East. The deal allows the bookmaker to use the… Continue reading 1xBet signs betting partnership with OSC Lille for African markets
- Betpawa became the headline sponsor of the Ghana Premier LeagueBetpawa and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced the signing of a three-year deal worth US$6 million. This agreement, which includes an option to extend, sees the betting site acting as the headline sponsor of the Ghana Premier League (GPL). Through the agreement, the GFA aims to market the GPL as the most successful and… Continue reading Betpawa became the headline sponsor of the Ghana Premier League
- 1xBet becomes PSG’s regional partner for Africa and Asia1xBet and Paris Saint-Germain announced a cooperation that started on 1 July 2022. Thus, the betting group, which achieved more than 40 awards, became a regional partner for Africa and Asia of France’s most successful football club. Initially, the contract runs for three years and foresees that the bookmaker prepares custom-made marketing campaigns. Unsurprisingly, the… Continue reading 1xBet becomes PSG’s regional partner for Africa and Asia
- Nigerian bookie Bet9ja offers 1,000 ₦ after overcoming a hacker attackThis week, Bet9ja is offering its customers a bonus bonanza. Thereby, a free sports bonus in the amount of 1,000 ₦ represents the first part of it. This constitutes a comparatively limited amount, but you can use it for betting on the UEFA Champions League and all other sporting events. The betting site is also… Continue reading Nigerian bookie Bet9ja offers 1,000 ₦ after overcoming a hacker attack
- The GBT (Gaming Board of Tanzania) reminded that it acts as the sole licensorOther bodies supposedly tried to provide their licences. This induced the GBT (Gaming Board of Tanzania) to emanate a clarification regarding the issuance of gaming licences in the country. The authority said in its statement that it had detected numerous “breaches” of licensing procedures. And this, it said, caused confusion among operators. Among other things,… Continue reading The GBT (Gaming Board of Tanzania) reminded that it acts as the sole licensor
- 888 Holdings established an African joint venture888 Holdings subscribed an agreement with five other industry specialists. Thus, the company established a joint venture called 888Africa, which will manage 888 products in regulated betting markets in Africa. Initially, 888 Holdings invested a minority shareholding in this. However, it retains the possibility to increase it, and in principle it could eventually own 100%… Continue reading 888 Holdings established an African joint venture
- South Africa accounts for over 80% of the African sports betting industryA bit more than a year ago, in February 2021, the US business magazine Forbes wrote that Africa represented the continent with the fastest growth. Because: startups earned 450 million $ in 2015 and 2 billion $ in 2019. In this context, the growth within the sports betting industry is primarily due to South Africa.… Continue reading South Africa accounts for over 80% of the African sports betting industry
- Hollywoodbets supports Blind Cricket South AfricaBlind Cricket South Africa tours Pakistan these days. Here, three ODIs and just as many T20s stand and stood on the schedule. The ODIs took place at the Southern Club Cricket Ground in Karachi. And the T20s will be played at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. You can watch all the matches in this tour… Continue reading Hollywoodbets supports Blind Cricket South Africa
- BetKing uses Intelitics’ data-driven productsThe owner of the bookie BetKing, KingMakers, announced a cooperation with Intelitics. This is a US-based provider of marketing and analytics platforms. The aim behind this is to strengthen the customer acquisition programme for the betting site. More specifically, Intelitics provides its data-driven products. In this way, KingMakers can manage all affiliate and paid media… Continue reading BetKing uses Intelitics’ data-driven products
- Betway sponsors the Stock Car Pro Series BrazilBetway, which sees sponsorship as a cornerstone of its marketing strategy, has announced an exclusive partnership with the Stock Car Pro Series Brazil. Here, the Brazilian touring car racing series represents the bookie’s first partner in motorsport. The agreement means that the betting site will benefit from a brand and television presence throughout the year.… Continue reading Betway sponsors the Stock Car Pro Series Brazil
- Betway scores a partnership with the Milwaukee BucksBetway and the defending National Basketball Association (NBA) champions, the Milwaukee Bucks, announced a multi-year partnership. The agreement provides for the betting site to act as the Bucks’ official gambling partner. The bookie will benefit from extensive branding in the Fiserv Forum, the home arena of the franchise. In addition, a new feature called “Betway… Continue reading Betway scores a partnership with the Milwaukee Bucks
- Betway supports the Ghana Women’s Premier LeagueBetway and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced that they agreed to a cooperation. More specifically, the British bookie will act as the development partner of the Ghana Women’s Premier League. The cooperation foresees Betway supporting the teams and also focusing on the expansion of the league. In doing so, the Ghana Women’s Premier League… Continue reading Betway supports the Ghana Women’s Premier League
- 1xBet becomes the official betting partner for 13 football competitions in Brazil1xBet continues its policy of supporting competitions around the globe and this year, especially in Brazil. After sponsoring the Brazilian Serie A and the Chilean Primera División last year, the betting site is now cooperating with a further 13 Brazilian tournaments. More precisely, this involves four Brazilian and nine state competitions. On the national level,… Continue reading 1xBet becomes the official betting partner for 13 football competitions in Brazil
- Betway agreed with Toulouse FC the first partnership in FranceThe traditional French football club Toulouse and Betway announced a multi-year agreement that makes the bookmaker an official sponsor of the second-division club. The collaboration with the purple and whites, who most recently played in Ligue 1 from 2003 to 2020, sees Betway feature on the LED boards and panels at the Stadium Municipal. Additionally,… Continue reading Betway agreed with Toulouse FC the first partnership in France
