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Why Virtual Sports Betting is So Popular in 2026

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Virtual sports betting has captured the attention of online bettors across Kenya and the broader African continent in 2026. This innovative new form of gambling has grown in popularity, appealing to a diverse audience of sports betting enthusiasts and those seeking new ways to place wagers online. 

But what exactly is virtual sports betting, and why has it garnered such a significant following? Let’s dive straight in to find out. 

Understanding Virtual Sports Betting

At its core, virtual sports betting involves wagering on simulated sporting events created using advanced computer technology. 

Unlike traditional sports, where outcomes are determined by real athletes and their performance, virtual sports outcomes are influenced by algorithms and random number generators, which ensures fairness and unpredictability, much like traditional betting. As virtual sports become more accessible, the landscape for bettors in Africa is changing rapidly.

Availability of Betting Markets 24/7

One of the most significant factors contributing to the rising popularity of virtual sports betting is the availability of betting markets around the clock. 

Unlike traditional sports, which often have limited schedules, virtual sports events occur continuously, allowing bettors to engage at any time. This flexibility makes it convenient for people with varying schedules, from casual bettors to dedicated enthusiasts.

Inclusivity for Bettors of All Budgets

The world of virtual sports appeals to a wide range of players, from low rollers to high rollers. No matter their spending budget, bettors can participate in this form of online entertainment. 

This inclusivity encourages more individuals to explore the virtual sports betting landscape without feeling pressured to stake large amounts. As a result, a diverse community of bettors has emerged, enhancing the overall culture surrounding virtual sports.

Convenience and User Experience

Another reason virtual sports betting has gained traction is its quick, easy, and convenient nature. 

The user-friendly interfaces of many betting platforms have simplified the betting process, which makes it accessible even to those who may not have experience with online casino or sports betting websites. 

Bettors can place wagers using decent working desktop computers, smartphones, laptops or tablet devices with Wi-Fi or internet connectivity. 

Furthermore, the allure of high-end graphics and immersive computer-generated events significantly enhances the gaming experience. Bettors find themselves drawn into the virtual arenas, which makes for an engaging and enjoyable experience, unlike any traditional betting format.

High RTP Rates and Fair Outcomes

When it comes to payouts, many virtual sports betting games boast high or above-average return-to-player percentages (RTP%). This transparency regarding payout rates provides bettors with confidence, as they know the odds are fair. 

The realistic outcomes ensure that players engage with an authentic experience, akin to traditional sports betting, further solidifying virtual sports’ credibility among bettors.

Why Virtual Sports Betting is So Popular Today

Here are five compelling reasons why virtual sports betting remains a dominant trend in 2026 across Kenya and Africa:

  1. Betting markets available 24/7, allowing for flexible wagering opportunities
  2. Inclusivity for everyone, from low rollers to high rollers, regardless of budget
  3. A quick, easy, and convenient way to bet on virtual sporting events
  4. Most games feature high RTP% payout rates, providing fair chances for bettors
  5. High-end graphics and immersive experiences enhance gameplay quality

Final Thoughts

In 2026, the allure of virtual sports betting is undeniable as it continues to reshape the betting landscape in Kenya and across Africa. 

The factors contributing to its popularity, such as 24/7 accessibility, overall convenience, and competitive payout rates, make it an attractive option for both seasoned bettors and newcomers alike. 

As the virtual sports ecosystem develops, it will be fascinating to see how it further integrates with the online casino sector and the broader world of sports betting.

Should you decide to ‘have a flutter’ on a virtual sporting event, remember to gamble responsibly and consider devising a sensible spending budget before depositing and playing. Also, remember that winning and losing in these downs all boils down to luck. The results are random each time. 

To keep things safe and fun, you may also want to consider using any of the safer gambling tools that your chosen operator may provide, such as spending caps, deposit limits, session time reminders/reality checks, and so on. 

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AFCON 2027: Challenges Abound Ahead of Africa’s Next Continental Showpiece

Kenya’s grip on the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has tightened despite mixed signals from within their own organising ranks.

Some officials have called for the tournament to be postponed, but Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein Mohammed has rejected suggestions that they are unprepared.

Inspection teams are already checking facilities across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to determine whether the co-hosts can deliver a successful tournament.

The online sportsbooks featured on comparison platform bettingtop10.ke will be keeping a close eye on developments as they start formulating their AFCON markets.

Delaying the tournament would be frustrating for sports bettors, and gambling operators will be hoping that the co-hosts can deliver on schedule.

The Mixed Signals Coming from Kenya’s Camp

Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Nicholas Musonye, publicly revealed that a postponement to 2028 would benefit Kenya, citing the country’s August 2027 general elections.

The 61-year-old argues that political cycles in the region will bring heightened security concerns that could distract from a continental showpiece.

His remarks brought uncertainty at a delicate moment and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is now considering whether to retain the 2027 schedule or move the tournament back a year.

Musonye’s words suggested that extra preparation time might reduce risk, particularly given the unpredictability of electoral history in parts of East Africa.

Mohammed responded quickly, insisting that Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, would be prepared. His statement sought to project confidence at a time when perception matters as much as progress.

Hosting a first-ever tri-nation AFCON demands political stability, seamless coordination and clear communication between the three nations. Any sign of internal hesitation risks amplifying external scepticism.

CAF president Patrice Motsepe has already voiced support for East Africa’s hosting rights, framing the 2027 edition as an opportunity rather than a liability.

Ultimately, CAF’s inspection visits tell a story that endorsement alone is insufficient, proving that delivery must match declaration.

Infrastructure Faces a Race Against the Clock

Cranes and construction crews have become part of the conversation due to their importance across the three host nations.

The Talanta Stadium in Kenya is central to the country’s hosting blueprint. Kasarani remains locked for renovations, while Nyayo Stadium and several training venues are under inspection.

The FKF confirmed that CAF’s pitch management expert conducted detailed technical assessments across six venues.

Tanzania are also building the Samia Suluhu Stadium in Arusha while upgrading the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium inDar es Salaam.

The country’s Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has framed the effort as a national mission, linking infrastructure investment to long-term sporting development.

Ugandainaugurated Hoima City Stadium and is refining preparations at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium in Kampala. Inspection teams are also reviewing facilities in Entebbe and the designated training sites.

CAF’s delegation is examining pitch quality, security frameworks and operational readiness. The inspections are described as routine, but their timing is significant because the tournament is less than two years away.

This edition which is called Pamoja, marks AFCON’s 70th anniversary and the first to be hosted by three countries.

Perception and Continental Stakes

Musonye’s concerns over election-year tensions highlight a reality often overlooked in tournament planning. Major competitions require stadiums, stability and security guarantees.

Kenya and the rest of East Africa’s political calendars intersect uncomfortably with AFCON’s proposed window.Moving the tournament to 2028 would place it alongside CAF’s transition to a quadrennial cycle, which begins that year.

The 2027 edition is scheduled to be the last held in an odd-numbered year. Altering that rhythm would require recalibration across broadcasting, sponsorship and qualification pathways.

There is also continental pride at stake, because East Africa’s joint bid was celebrated as a moment of regional unity. CAF’s Executive Committee meeting in Tanzania is more than procedural. It is a statement about confidence in infrastructure, governance and coordination.

In the coming days, CAF’s position will crystallise. But until then, East Africais determined to prove that its preparation is not a gamble, but a commitment grounded in execution rather than expectation.

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President Uhuru Kenyatta Congratulates ‘Harambee Stars’ for qualifying to the AFCON finals, promises support

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President Uhuru Kenyatta has sent a congratulatory message to Kenya’s National Soccer Team, ‘Harambee Stars’, for booking a ticket to next year’s Africa Cup Of Nations, AFCON, finals. Harambee Stars qualified for the 2019 AFCON finals after the Confederation of African Football, CAF, moved to suspend Sierra Leone from the qualifiers on Friday, 30th November, 2018.

“Congratulations Harambee Stars for qualifying for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. I assure you of my support and that of the Government to facilitate and provide you with the necessary resources to ensure you are well prepared for the task ahead. Hongera! (Congratulations), Said President Uhuru Kenyatta.

“The success of our national football team is a game changer in our sports. We are proud of what our young people are doing to improve standards of game in the country,” the President added.

Harambee Stars' squad
Harambee Stars’ squad

Harambee Stars lead the Group with seven points after three matches, while Ghana come in at the second position with on six points. Ethiopia are bottom of the Group with a single point. Kenya and Ghana will face off, in March 2019, to determine, who finishes top of the group.

Kenya makes a come back to the Continental show piece after a 14 years absence.

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Kenya’s Harambee Stars jets out ahead of Ethiopia AFCON Qualifier

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The first batch of five Kenya National football team players have on Saturday, October 6, 2018, jetted out to Ethiopia alongside coach Sébastien Migné, ahead of the upcoming two-legged Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier against Ethiopia.

The second batch will travel on Monday, with foreign-based players also set to link up with the team in Ethiopia on the same day.

Coach Migné, in the meantime, has expressed optimism that Stars will give a good account of themselves while noting that captain Victor Wanyama’s inclusion is a big boost to the team’s pursuit for a second appearance at the continental showpiece.

“Of course it won’t be easy against Ethiopia since they are also equally strong, but my players are up to the task and I am confident we will get a positive result,” said coach Migné.

“We won against Ghana without our captain, it will be morale boosting for us to also win with him. He is one of our most experienced players and will be crucial for us against Ethiopia,” he added.

The match has been slated for Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at the Bahir Dar Stadium, with the return leg set to be played on Sunday, October 14, 2018, at the MISC Kasarani.

Saturday traveling team

Farouk Shikalo (Bandari, Kenya), Philemon Otieno (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Francis Kahata (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Abdallah Hassan (Bandari, Kenya), Allan Wanga (Kakamega Homeboyz)

Monday traveling team

Piston Mutamba (Sofapaka), Patrick Matasi (Tusker, Kenya), Dennis Odhiambo (Sofapaka, Kenya), Benard Ochieng (Vihiga United, Kenya)

Foreign Based Players

Musa Mohammed (Nkana FC, Zambia), Brian Mandela (Maritzburg FC, South Africa), Abud Omar (Cercle Brugge, Belgium), David Ochieng (IF Brommapojkarna, Sweden), Erick Ouma (Vasalund, Sweden), Ismael Gonzales (Las Palmas, Spain), Victor Wanyama (Tottenham Hotspurs, England), Anthony Akumu (Zesco United, Zambia), Johanna Omollo (Cercle Brugge, Belgium), Paul Were (FC Kaisar, Kazakhstan), Michael Olunga (Kashiwa Reysol), Erick Johanna (IF Brommapojkarna), Ovella Ochieng (Vasalund)

The Harambee stars team defeated a much fancied Ghana at Kasarani by a 1-0 scoreline, last month. It was a spirited fight and a show of discipline from the Kenyan squad, who played the last half an hour of the match a man down, after Joash Onyango was given marching orders.

The other clash in the same group pitting Ghana versus Sierra Leone is in limpo after FIFA bans the Sierra Leone football Association. The match is scheduled for Thursday, 11 October, 2018… Download the FIFA communique, here..FIFA bans Sierra Leone football association

Ghana highlights group F with 3 points but all the teams are tied on points; separated by goal difference. Kenya is second, followed by Sierra Leone with Ethiopia at rock bottom.

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Harambee Stars’ starting 11 against Ethiopia, today

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Kenya Starting Eleven

  • 18. Patrick Matasi (GK),
  • 3. Abud Omar,
  • 15. Philemon Otieno,
  • 5. Brian Mandela,
  • 2. Musa Mohamed,
  • 21. Dennis Odhiambo,
  • 12. Victor Wanyama (Captain),
  • 10. Eric Johanna,
  • 16. Francis Kahata,
  • 13. Eric Ouma,
  • 14. Michael Olunga
Harambee Stars' Squad
Harambee Stars’ Squad
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Video: Police engage fans at Kasarani

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The police officers have been engaging fans who wanted to force entry into the already full Kasarani Stadium, for the AFCON clash between Kenya and Ethiopia. A few fans have been left with bruises after being clobbered by the police. The police had to lobe teargas canisters to disperse the rogue fans who engaged the police in running battles, see video below, courtesy:

 

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2019 Rugby World Cup Fixtures (All times Kenyan)

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Here are the 2020 Rugby World Cup in Japan Fixtures;

Pool A: Ireland, Scotland, Japan, Russia, Samoa

Pool B: New Zealand, South Africa, Italy, Namibia, Canada

Pool C: England, France, Argentina, USA, Tonga

Pool D: Australia, Wales, Georgia, Fiji, Uruguay

Friday 20 Sep

Japan vs Russia 1.45pm

Saturday Sep 21

Australia vs Fiji 7.45am

France vs Argentina 10.15am

New Zealand vs South Africa 12.45pm

Sunday Sep 22

Italy vs Nambia 8.15am

Ireland vs Scotland 10.45am

England vs Tonga 1.15pm

Monday Sep 23

Wales vs Georgia 1.15pm

Tuesday Sep 24

Russia vs Samoa 1.15pm

Wednesday Sep 25

Fiji vs Uruguay 8.15am

Thursday Sep 26

Italy vs Canada 10.45am

England vs USA 1.45pm

Saturday Sep 28

Argentina vs Tonga 7.45am

Japan vs Ireland 10.15am

South Africa vs Namibia 12.45pm

Sunday Sep 29

Georgia vs Uruguay 8.15am

Australia vs Wales 10.45am

Monday Sep 30

Scotland vs Samoa 1.15pm

Wednesday October 2

France vs USA 10.45am

New Zealand vs Canada 1.15pm

Thursday October 3

Georgia vs Fiji 8.15am

Ireland vs Russia 1.15pm

Friday October 4

South Africa vs Italy 12.45pm

Saturday October 5

Australia vs Uruguay 8.15am

England vs Argentina 11am

Japan vs Samoa 1.30pm

Sunday October 6

New Zealand vs Namibia 7.45am

France vs Tonga 10.45am

Tuesday October 8

South Africa vs Canada 1.15pm

Wednesday October 9

Argentina vs USA 7.45pm

Scotland vs Russia 10.15am

Wales vs Fiji 12.45pm

Friday October 11

Australia vs Georgia 1.15pm

Saturday October 12

New Zealand vs Italy 7.45am

England vs France 11.15am

Ireland vs Samoa 1.45pm

Sunday October 13

Namibia vs Canada 6.15am

USA vs Tonga 8.45am

Wales vs Uruguay 11.45am

Japan vs Scotland 1.45pm

Saturday October 19 QUARTERS

1.Winner pool C vs Runner Up Pool D 10.15am

2.Winner pool B vs Runner Up pool A 1.15pm

Sunday October 20 QUARTERS

3.Winner Pool D vs Runner Up pool C 10.15am

4.Winner Pool A vs Runner Up pool B 1.15pm

Saturday October 26 SEMIS

Winner QF 1 vs Winner QF 2 11am

Sunday October 27 SEMIS

Winner QF3 vs Winner QF4 12pm

Friday November 1 BRONZE FINAL

Loser SF 1 vs Loser SF 2 12pm

Saturday Nov 2

CUP FINALS

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Kenya’s Harambee Starlets qualifies for AWCON 2018, after Equatorial Guinea’s ban

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Kenya’s women soccer team, Harambee Starlets, has qualified for the African Women Cup Of Nations, AWCON, after Equatorial Guinea’s disqualification today. The Federation of Kenyan Football, FKF, successfully appealed against Equatorial Guinea’s use of an ineligible player in a qualifier match where Kenya lost 3-2 on aggregate. Equatorial Guinea fielded a Cameroonian, Anette Jacky Messomo, in the final round of the AWCON 2018 qualifiers. Apart from the disqualification, Equatorial Guinea have also been fined 10,000 US dollars. FKF had filed a complaint over the eligibility of 6 Equatorial Guinea players who played a part in their qualifier against the Harambee Starlets.

A Confederation of African Football, CAF, disciplinary Board sitting at the CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, found Equatorial Guinea culpable. “Considering CAF statutes; CAF Regulations, in particular the Regulations of the Women AFCON 2018; and the CAF Disciplinary Code, the Disciplinary Board Decides that Kenya’s protest be upheld; a sanction of 10,000 USD is imposed on Equatorial Guinea FA (Football association); and Equatorial Guinea’s Team is Disqualified from the TOTAL African Women’s Cup of Nations, 2018,” read a communique from CAF to the FKF CEO, Robert Muthomi. Muthomi had, in June 9 2018, filed a protest against Equatorial Guinea before Kenya’s game against Equatorial Guinea.

And Equatorial Guines’ problems have been compounded, further. The team has been banned by the Federation of International Football Associations, FIFA, from the  Women’s World Cup to be held in 2019 at France. They will pay a fine if 102, 000 US dollars to FIFA for fielding the ineligible player. They have equally been banned from 2020 Olympics.

The Harambee Starlets will, now, play at the AWCON finals slated for next month, at the Cape Coast in Ghana. This will be the Starlet’s second appearance at the Continental competition that shall be held from November 19 to December 1, 2018. Kenya made her maiden appearance at the finals in 2016.

Meanwhile, two Kenyan soccer referees have been selected to officiate at the AWCON finals in Ghana, this year (See image below):

AWCON Referees, Ghana 2018
AWCON Finals Referees, Ghana 2018

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Beyond Bitcoin – Exploring Other Promising Digital Coins

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Bitcoin, the first-ever cryptocurrency, has been around since 2009 and has undoubtedly gained the most attention and mainstream acceptance of all digital coins. However, Bitcoin is not the only promising cryptocurrency in the market. In recent years, there has been a proliferation of alternative cryptocurrencies that offer unique features and use cases. In this article, we will explore some of the most promising digital coins beyond Bitcoin, including BitQS.

Ethereum: The Second-Most Valuable Cryptocurrency

Ethereum is the second-largest cryptocurrency in terms of market capitalization, and for a good reason. Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not just a digital currency but a platform for decentralized applications. Ethereum allows developers to create and deploy their decentralized apps (dapps) on its blockchain. These dapps can be anything from decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms to games, social networks, and much more.

Ethereum is also the backbone of the NFT (Non-Fungible Token) industry, which has been taking the art world by storm in recent months. NFTs are unique digital assets that represent ownership of a piece of art, music, or other forms of creative content. The use of Ethereum’s smart contract technology enables the creation, ownership, and transfer of these digital assets, making it possible for creators to monetize their work in entirely new ways.

Binance Coin: The Utility Token of the Binance Exchange

Binance Coin (BNB) is the utility token of the Binance Exchange, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Binance Coin was created to offer discounts to users who trade on the Binance platform. Still, it has evolved into much more than that. Binance has developed an entire ecosystem around its token, allowing users to use it to pay for various services, such as trading fees, borrowing, and lending.

Binance has also recently launched its own blockchain, the Binance Smart Chain (BSC), which allows developers to create dapps similar to Ethereum. However, BSC offers faster and cheaper transactions, making it an attractive alternative to Ethereum for developers and users alike.

Cardano: A Third-Generation Blockchain

Cardano is a third-generation blockchain that aims to solve some of the scalability and interoperability issues that plague earlier blockchains such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Cardano uses a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus algorithm, which consumes much less energy than Bitcoin’s proof-of-work (PoW) algorithm. Additionally, Cardano’s blockchain is divided into two layers, one for the settlement layer and another for the computation layer. This design allows Cardano to achieve better scalability and flexibility compared to other blockchains.

Cardano’s team is led by Charles Hoskinson, who was one of the co-founders of Ethereum. Hoskinson’s experience and vision have attracted many developers and investors to Cardano, making it one of the most promising projects in the cryptocurrency space.

Polkadot: A Multi-Chain Network

Polkadot is a multi-chain network that aims to connect different blockchains, allowing them to communicate and share data with each other. Polkadot’s main goal is to create a decentralized internet where different blockchains can coexist and interact seamlessly. Polkadot’s unique architecture allows it to achieve better scalability and interoperability compared to other blockchains.

Polkadot’s native token, DOT, is used to secure the network, vote on governance decisions, and pay transaction fees. Polkadot has already attracted many developers and projects to its network, and its potential to bridge different blockchains has made it a favorite among investors.

Stellar: A Platform for Cross-Border Payments

Stellar is a blockchain platform that aims to enable fast and cheap cross-border payments. Stellar’s platform uses its native token, Lumens (XLM), as a bridge currency to facilitate transactions between different currencies. Stellar’s technology enables users to send and receive payments in real-time with low transaction fees, making it an attractive alternative to traditional remittance services.

Stellar has already formed partnerships with several financial institutions and companies, including IBM, which is using Stellar’s technology for its blockchain-based cross-border payments platform. Stellar’s focus on financial inclusion and its potential to disrupt the traditional remittance industry make it a promising project to watch.

Conclusion

While Bitcoin remains the most popular and valuable cryptocurrency, there are many other promising digital coins worth exploring. Ethereum, Binance Coin, Cardano, Polkadot, and Stellar are just a few examples of cryptocurrencies with unique features and use cases. Each of these digital coins has the potential to disrupt different industries and change the way we interact with technology and money.

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The Kenya Police Service issues presser on the ongoing East African Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization, EAPCCO, games in Kenya

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Kenya, through the National Police Service is honoured to host this year’s EAPCCO games in Narobi, Kasarani stadium. EAPCCO in full stands for: East African Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization. It was founded in 1998 in Kampala, Uganda
during the maiden meeting of police chiefs from the region. EAPCCO is a police cooperation mechanism which brings together 14 countries: Kenya, Uganda,Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, Djibouti, Sudan, Seychelles, Comoros, South Sudan, and Democratic Republic of Congo.

It operates under the umbrella of INTERPOL and the INTERPOL Region Bureau for Eastern Africa is the
secretariat for EAPCCO.

Apart from sports, EAPCCO brings member countries together in: joint trainings, joint simultaneous operations, joint investigation teams, and information sharing.

Member countries also host centers of excellence in various policing fields such as forensics, community policing, public order, cyber analytics, where countries learn from each other. Kenya hosts the regional Centre of Excellence in Counter Terrorism.

Seven member countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Sudan, and South Sudan) are participating in this year’s competition whose theme is: Sports for strengthening regional cooperation and integration in the fight against transnational organized crime.

This is the third edition of the completion which was first held in Uganda and then Tanzania. The NPS is proud to bring the competition home this time and welcomes Kenyans to come and witness our officers retaining and adding more trophies into our already full gallery. We are the reigning champions.

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The Best Betting Apps in Kenya

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The Best Betting Apps in Kenya

The online gambling space is seeing unprecedented growth in Kenya. According to Statista, the market will climb from a valuation of $40 million in 2020 to $55 million in 2023. Expect this prediction to expand, especially considering the last twelve months, where lockdown rules have forced many casinos to temporarily close. 

For Kenyans, gambling is primarily done on smartphones, not desktops or laptops. With mobile penetration of over 100% (i.e. more mobile phones than people!), it’s easy to see why. With that in mind, these are the best gambling apps on the market. 

Bet365 

You’ve probably seen the ads starring familiar names like Hollywood ‘hard man’ Ray Winstone or Ryan Giggs’ brother, Rhodri. But in addition to making some cracking ads, bet365 is the best betting company on the market. 

Registration is easy for gamblers based in Kenya. All you need is your name, date of birth, email address, and a valid phone number. Pick a username and password and off you go. One of the best features of bet365 is the stellar customer support; they have a live chat option that’s available pretty much 24/7, and the customer service wait won’t be excruciating.

BetFromAfrica.com knows that bet365 is the top online betting site in the world, and they have dedicated a site where you can be redirected to the operator, regardless of which African country you are situated in.

The app itself has been specifically developed as an application, rather than being a cheap copy of the website. This means you get a smooth gaming experience, without the common glitches you find on other sites. Having said that, the mobile site is surprisingly robust, so if you don’t want to download the app, no problem. 

Betway 

One of the biggest names in Kenya, Betway will always make any top 5 list in the country. It offers a stellar sign-up bonus (50% up to Ksh5000) and doesn’t come with the high wagering requirements you may see at other providers. 

Another clear advantage is being able to deposit through M-Pesa, the popular mobile payment platform for Kenyans; you’ll undoubtedly be familiar with it. Once you download the app and make a deposit, you’ll be up and running in no time. 

One of the features we like about Betway is the low stake requirement for jackpot games. Sure, the odds of winning are relatively small, but when you’re playing for a big prize, it’s nice to know taking part isn’t prohibitively expensive. 

22Bet 

For those of you who are big football fans, 22Bet is one of the best options out there. It’s particularly focused on football, with a wide range of betting alternatives. Whether you’re looking for a standard result bet, first goalscorer, or the number of corners in a given half, 22Bet has you covered. 

22Bet was developed with Kenyan users in mind, which means you can make deposits using M-Pesa or Airtel Money. Signing up to an account and having money to play with happens in a matter of minutes, perfect for when you get a last-minute tip about Messi being out injured for Barcelona! 

The downside of 22Bet is that its customer service support isn’t very efficient. The app and website largely run smoothly, but if you have an issue, it can take a little while to get a response. For those of you who are a little impatient, 22Bet may not be the best, well, bet. 

BetWinner 

BetWinner is the top option for players who like a wide variety of sports. European stalwarts such as Premier League football, cricket, and rugby are all very well covered compared to some of the other providers on this list. In addition, the odds on football matches are generally quite favourable, so if you’re looking for even the tiniest improvement on your advantage, BetWinner is a solid alternative. 

The downside? It has to be the withdrawal times. This is not because they don’t want to give you your money, but most often due to security measures the company has put in place. With the level of fraud in online gambling, withdrawals sometimes need to be manually checked. When you have thousands of these a day, delays are sometimes inevitable. 

SportPesa 

SportPesa was one of the first movers in the Kenyan online gambling space, and it retains its spot amongst the best providers in the country. Their early market penetration has proved crucial in terms of retaining market share, especially with big players in the market attempting to carve out space in the niche. 

SportPesa’s success isn’t just due to arriving early; the company provides some of the best odds on the market, and it’s also incredibly popular due to the high jackpot prizes on offer. 

The company also has a reputation for offering the best customer service in Kenya, which is always a nice security blanket for players. Perhaps the most annoying aspect of the site is the high deposit requirements when using M-Pesa. However, this can be circumvented by using Airtel Money instead.

Play to Win (But Gamble Responsibly)!

This list doesn’t have a favourite or a guaranteed winner. You will get good customer service, your deposits are 100% safe, and your winnings will reach your wallet. But none of these companies will make you a good gambler; that’s up to you. Remember to use the bonuses to their full advantage, don’t gamble more than you can afford to lose, and when it’s time to walk away, walk away. 

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Safari Sevens Tournament, 2018- Complete Pools, Fixtures, Dates, Tickets and other important information

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The Safari Sevens Rugby tournament returns from 9th to 11th November 2018 at the RFUEA Grounds, in Nairobi. According to the Kenya Rugby Union, KRU:

  • The tournament kicks off on Friday with the Under 19 girls at 9:00am.
  • The Women’s matches kicking off on Saturday at 9:00am, while the main tournament will kick off at 10:00am.
  • Tickets are available at Season tickets going for 2000/- (regular) and 4500/- (VIP).

FULL DRAWS AND FIXTURES: