Sportsbetting Guide
Online casinos are popular in South Africa, but sports betting has a large following of its own. This guide explains how it works, what you can bet on and how to bet responsibly.
Football (soccer), rugby, cricket and horse racing, such as the annual Durban July, are part of South African culture, and that is a big reason people bet on them. Predicting results and backing a favourite team or athlete adds extra excitement to a match.
What can you bet on online?
South Africans can bet on a wide range of sports through online platforms. Local and international matches both attract bets, and online sportsbooks offer pre-match and in-play betting. Common markets include:
- match winners;
- goal scorers;
- handicaps;
- over/under.
Many platforms also show statistics and other information to help you make informed decisions.
Betting from home or on your phone
Online sportsbooks such as 10bet South Africa and BetBeast let you place bets from home or on the go through mobile apps. Bettors can compare markets across sites instead of travelling to a physical bookmaker.
Sports betting promotions
Many local sportsbooks offer welcome bonuses, free bets and regular promotions for new and existing customers. Read the terms of any offer before you accept it, including wagering requirements and the markets it applies to.
Betting responsibly
Responsible gambling matters at every sports betting site. Manage your bankroll, set a budget before you bet and don’t chase losses. Many sportsbooks offer tools such as deposit limits, self-exclusion and access to support services for problem gambling.
Online sports betting is regulated in South Africa. Our guide to the legal landscape of sports betting explains more.
Online Sportsbetting Articles – Guides Explained
Our sports betting guides cover events, trends, the law and the effect of betting on South African sport. Whether you are new to betting or experienced, start with the topic that interests you.
Durban July – South Africa’s Horse Racing Event
The Durban July is held annually on the first Saturday of July at Greyville Racecourse in Durban. Sponsors include Hollywoodbets. Thoroughbreds race over 2,800m, and the day combines racing with fashion and social festivities. Each year has its own theme, and betting is a big part of the experience.
Our Durban July guide covers the event, sponsors, themes, winners and where to place your bets.
Online Sports Betting Trends In South Africa
Online sports betting has grown in South Africa for several reasons: technology has made betting more convenient, economic factors have drawn in new players, and the sports people bet on are staples of the country.
Read our overview of South Africa’s sports betting trends to see why online betting keeps gaining traction and where we think it is heading.
Legal Landscape Of Sports Betting In South Africa
Gambling laws can be confusing, but it is important to understand what the law allows and what it prohibits. Before you log in to a sportsbook, read about the legal landscape of sports betting in South Africa.
Online Betting’s Impact On South African Sports Culture
Technology and easy access to online betting have changed parts of South African sporting culture. Read about the impact of betting on South African sport.
Legal Sports Betting Platforms for South Africans
Want to compare sportsbooks? Our guide to the sports betting platforms for South Africa looks at 10Bet, LekkerBets, BetBeast and more, covering bonuses, banking options and mobile betting.
18+ only. Gamble responsibly: SA Responsible Gambling Foundation counselling line 0800 006 008 (24/7).