SportyBet has made a pretty strong comeback in Kenya after working through some regulatory issues and is now up and running with a full BCLB license under BK-0001203 and PG-0001202 as part of Dreamhub Technology Ltd. Their site’s looking pretty good with a snazzy red and white design that’s all set up for mobile and includes a seamless integration with M-Pesa, making it really easy for Kenyan punters to get signed up and start betting in no time. They also offer sports betting, casino games and jackpots with instant deposits and withdrawals – and their jackpot is back up and running.
Registering on SportyBet
Head on over to the SportyBet Kenya homepage and click on the big ol’ “Register” button stuck in the corner of the page. You’ll need to pop in your Kenyan phone number starting with +254 and come up with a decent password with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters and a few numbers – at least 8 characters in all. A 6 digit OTP will come zinging in via SMS just a tick later – you’ll need to enter that in to sort out your registration, and you’ll be ready to go with an account of your very own and start betting in under a minute.
You can use Telegram verification too if that’s something you’re into, it can save you a few moments when you’re trying to get a signal through on big networks like Safaricom. Don’t worry, no promo code is required at sign up, and KSh is the default currency – just so you know. You have to be at least 18 and tick the box saying you’ve read the terms, and don’t even think about trying to create more than one account, you’re only allowed to have one.
Logging into SportyBet
Click that “Login” button next to Register on the homepage or app and pop in your registered phone number and password, then give your account a poke with the “Login” button to get into your dashboard the quick and easy way. The app will even keep you logged in during your sessions so you can live bet without having to faff about with repeated entries all the time.
And if you’ve got a bit of a brain fade and forget your password, hit “Forgot Password?” and they’ll send you a reset code to your phone or email depending on the way you’ve got your account set up.
Daily Streak Bonuses
Getting signed in every day on SportyBet gets you hooked up with a neat little Loyalty Streak feature, turning that regular login into a habit that actually gets rewarded. The thing is, it’s just one little bet per day that gets your streak going and keeps it ticking over – and if you keep it going you end up with some pretty nice rewards. You can see how many days in a row you’ve been at it displayed right in the dashboard – and you can even repair any days you miss if you have to.
You get a little reward multiplier depending on how many days in a row you manage to keep it going: 3 days is x1.01, 7 days is x1.03, 14 days is x1.05, 28 days is x1.1, and if you can keep it up for 90 days you even get a mighty x1.2. And if you do happen to miss a day – or want to get a bit of a boost on your rewards – you can use your repair options to sort that out.
Depositing on SportyBet
Head to your account dashboard after you’ve logged in, then click on “Deposit”. From there, select M-Pesa (PayBill 202202) and enter the amount you want to deposit (bear in mind the minimum is KSh 25 and the maximum is KSh 250,000). Also, just input your phone number and M-Pesa PIN – job done. Your cash will get put into your account straight away and its totally fee-free – in fact SportyBet even help out with a few small M-Pesa taxes you might incur on lower deposits like KSh 100.
These deposits work in partnership with Lipa na M-Pesa to keep things reliable, & larger deposits above KSh 250 won’t incur any extra charges.
Withdrawing from SportyBet
Go to “My Account” and pick “Withdraw” – then click on M-Pesa. Next up, just enter the amount (minimum’s KSh 225, but the max per transaction can vary – usually up to KSh 250,000), check your phone number over, and submit it – you should get your cash pretty swiftly. If you withdraw less than KSh 500, there will be a small M-Pesa charge of KSh 16. First withdrawals from SportyBet will require a quick verification check for security reasons but once you’ve done that the whole process is pretty fast, & there are no fees from SportyBet.
Using SportyBet Bonuses
Any new users can get a welcome bonus when they make a first deposit – deposit between KSh 100 and KSh 500 and you’ll get 300% of that back as a Free Bet, max KSh 1,500 (for example, deposit KSh 100 and you’ll get a KSh 300 bonus). The bonus kicks in as soon as you make that first deposit via M-Pesa, and you can use it on the sports or casino – but check the terms to see the minimum odds you need to meet. Beyond that, you can get more rewards from ongoing promos – including accumulator boosts that can be up to 1000% better, daily cashback on casino losses up to KSh 10,000, and bigger jackpots like the whole KSh 5M Sporty 12 from a pretty modest KSh 50 stake. You can keep track of your bonus balance in the bonus wallet, and just bear in mind that there will typically be wagering requirements, usually at least 1x the bonus within 7 days.
FAQs
How long does SportyBet withdrawal take?
Most M-Pesa withdrawals are pretty instant but depending on your network, they can take up to 24 hours. Just keep an eye in your transaction history for the status.
What is the minimum deposit/withdrawal on SportyBet?
The minimum deposit is KSh 25; minimum withdrawal is KSh 225.
Is SportyBet licensed in Kenya?
Yes, totally licensed by the BCLB – and they’re betting licence is BK-0001203, and gaming licence is PG-0001202.
I’m Kanyi Muturi and am from Tabuga, a small village in Nakuru. I have been following all sports since I was a kid and have been interested in the gambling side of sports since I was in high school. It took me a little while to get a grasp on all of the different gambling terminology and understand how confusing and complicated it can all seem when you first start.
Are you a professional gambler?
I am a successful gambler. But make no mistake about it: I’m a long-time recreational sports bettor. I’m not a professional gambler. I’m not claiming to be a professional gambler. I’ve never, to my recollection, even been acquainted with a professional gambler. And far be it from me to make the preposterous claim that following my advice will turn you into a professional gambler. It ain’t about that. Not here it ain’t. I just want to teach you a new form of recreation, a fun new pastime in what can sometimes be an unfun life.
