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Best Betting Sites in Botswana
Compare betting sites in Botswana side by side — welcome offers, deposit options from Orange Money to crypto, and withdrawals — and find out what the Gambling Authority licenses, why the betting age is still 21 and whether winnings are taxed.
- Currency: Pula · BWP
- Legal age: Adults 21+
- Regulator: Gambling Authority
- Popular payments: Orange Money · MyZaka · Smega
Botswana betting table
Best betting sites in Botswana compared
Each card puts the welcome offer, the products and the licence in one place, with full sportsbooks listed first and crypto-led sites after them. Use the filter to switch between the two groups, or open a card to see what sits behind an offer before you register.
- Top pick
Key facts and offer terms
International sportsbook and casino that accepts players from Botswana, pairing a 100% first deposit bonus with crypto deposits next to its standard payment methods.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Rank 2
Melbet
Welcome offer100% up to US$100 (paid in pula)Visit Melbet21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Sportsbook and casino open to sign-ups from Botswana, with a bonus on the first deposit and cryptocurrency among its funding options.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Welcome offer terms
- Minimum deposit P13.81 (US$1 equivalent); wager the bonus 5x on accumulators of 3+ selections with at least three at odds 1.40+, within 30 days of registration.
- Rank 3
Stake
Welcome offer3.5% rakeback with a welcome code- LicenceCuraçao
- ExtrasCash out
Visit Stake21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Crypto sportsbook and casino under a Curaçao licence, where a welcome code unlocks 3.5% rakeback rather than a matched deposit.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Features
- Cash out
- Licence
- Curaçao Gaming Authority
- Welcome offer terms
- Enter a valid code on the Offers page within 24 hours of opening your account to get 3.5% of the house edge back on every bet.
- Rank 4
Gamdom
Welcome offer15% boosted instant rakeback for 7 days- LicenceAnjouan
- ExtrasCash out
Visit Gamdom21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Crypto casino with a sportsbook, licensed in Anjouan, that lifts rakeback to 15% for the first seven days of a new account.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Features
- Cash out
- Licence
- Anjouan Gaming Authority
- Welcome offer terms
- Activate it under Special Rewards with an affiliate code (Gamdom’s own is GAM15) within 6 hours of registering; the boost then runs for 7 days.
- Rank 5
Cloudbet
Welcome offerUp to US$2,500 in cash rewards over 30 days- PayoutWithin 24 hours
- LicenceCuraçao
- ExtrasCash out
Visit Cloudbet21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Crypto sportsbook founded in 2013 and licensed in Curaçao, known for high betting limits and withdrawals stated within 24 hours.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Payout time
- Within 24 hours
- Features
- Cash out
- Licence
- Curaçao Gaming Authority
- Welcome offer terms
- Starts with a first deposit of any amount; 10% casino rakeback plus daily casino and weekly sports cash drops, paid as real cash with no rollover, then a Cash Vault on day 30.
- Rank 6
BetFury
Welcome offerUp to US$10,500 (590%) + 225 free spins- LicenceCuraçao
- ExtrasCash out
Visit BetFury21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Crypto casino and sportsbook operating under a Curaçao certificate, with a welcome package of up to US$10,500 and 225 spins.
- Products
- Sportsbook, Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Features
- Cash out
- Licence
- Curaçao Gaming Control Board
- Welcome offer terms
- Spread over three deposits from US$5; the first bonus must be activated within 7 days of sign-up and each bonus wagered within 14 days on slots, live games and BetFury Originals.
- Rank 7
BitStarz
Welcome offerUp to US$500 or 5 BTC + 180 free spins- Payout10 minutes on average
- LicenceCuraçao
Visit BitStarz21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Casino-only crypto site licensed in Curaçao, with cash-outs averaging about ten minutes; its deposit bonus is open to Botswana, although its no-deposit spins are not.
- Products
- Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Payout time
- 10 minutes on average
- Licence
- Curaçao Gaming Authority
- Welcome offer terms
- 100% bonus plus 180 free spins on the first deposit, then up to €400 or 4 BTC on the next three deposits.
- Rank 8
Wild.io
Welcome offerUp to US$5,000 + 200 free spins over 3 deposits- PayoutWithin 10 minutes
- LicenceAnjouan
Visit Wild.io21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
Key facts and offer terms
Anjouan-licensed crypto casino with a welcome package of up to 350% and 200 spins spread across the first three deposits.
- Products
- Casino
- Funded with
- Crypto
- Payout time
- Within 10 minutes
- Licence
- Anjouan Gaming Authority
- Welcome offer terms
- Up to 350% across three deposits with code WILD; minimum deposit US$20; 40x wagering on bonus funds, to be met within 7 days.
No sites match this filter.
Operators adjust bonuses and payment lists by country, often without notice. Look at the offer page and the cashier once your account is open, before you put any money in.
Quick answer
What is the best betting site in Botswana?
Our top pick in Botswana
22Bet is our top pick in Botswana right now. International sportsbook and casino that accepts players from Botswana, pairing a 100% first deposit bonus with crypto deposits next to its standard payment methods. Melbet is next in our ranking.
Visit 22Bet
21+ · New customers · T&Cs apply
No one site suits every punter. If you mostly place small singles on the Premiership or the EPL, look first at how a site takes deposits and how it pays out; if you build long multi bets, the rollover behind the welcome offer matters more than the percentage on the banner. Anyone who already holds crypto may prefer a coin-based site, where the balance stays in crypto from deposit to withdrawal.
Gambling Authority list
Licensed bookmakers in Botswana and international brands
The Gambling Authority publishes its list of bookmaker and betting licensees online, showing the company behind each licence, its trading name and the addresses of its outlets. Betway Botswana, Sunbet, PstBet, Bet 267, B-Bets and BetXplosion appear on it, and Betway is the one with a website on the list: betway.co.bw.
The brands in our table are not on that list. They are international sportsbooks and crypto sites that accept customers from Botswana under licences issued abroad, most often in Curaçao or Anjouan, and the licensing authority is normally stated at the foot of their websites.
Checking a licence in practice
- Open the Gambling Authority list of bookmaker and betting licensees and look up the trading name you see on the site.
- Compare the company named in the site’s terms with the licence holder on the list — Betway Botswana, for example, is licensed to Delta Bay (Pty) Ltd.
- For an international brand, scroll to the footer, where the authority, the licence number and the operating company should be given.
- Casino licences have a separate list on the same website, covering venues in Gaborone, Francistown, Selebi-Phikwe and Letlhakane.
Crypto
Crypto betting sites in Botswana
Crypto lets you fund an international account without a card payment or a currency conversion at your bank. Stake, Gamdom, Cloudbet, BetFury, BitStarz and Wild.io are built around coins such as bitcoin and USDT, and 22Bet and Melbet also accept crypto next to their usual methods.
Melbet
100% up to US$100 (paid in pula)
Stake
3.5% rakeback with a welcome code
Gamdom
15% boosted instant rakeback for 7 days
Cloudbet
Up to US$2,500 in cash rewards over 30 days
BetFury
Up to US$10,500 (590%) + 225 free spins
BitStarz
Up to US$500 or 5 BTC + 180 free spins
Wild.io
Up to US$5,000 + 200 free spins over 3 deposits
Before you send coins
- Get your coins through a platform you already use and hold them in a wallet you control before moving them to a betting account.
- Select the same network in the cashier as in your wallet: USDT on TRON and USDT on Ethereum are not interchangeable.
- Send a small amount first whenever a deposit address is new to you.
- Coin prices move, so a balance worth P1,000 today may be worth more or less next week.
- Exchange and network fees come on top of your stake — count them when you compare offers.
Welcome offers
Betting bonuses in Botswana
Welcome offers at the sites we compare take three forms: a match on your first deposit, a package spread over several deposits, or rakeback that returns part of every stake. None of them is free cash, because each comes with wagering rules that control when bonus money can be withdrawn.
| Site | Welcome offer | Key terms | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22Bet | 100% first deposit bonus | Full terms on the operator’s site | Visit 22Bet |
| Melbet | 100% up to US$100 (paid in pula) | Minimum deposit P13.81 (US$1 equivalent); wager the bonus 5x on accumulators of 3+ selections with at least three at odds 1.40+, within 30 days of registration. | Visit Melbet |
| Stake | 3.5% rakeback with a welcome code | Enter a valid code on the Offers page within 24 hours of opening your account to get 3.5% of the house edge back on every bet. | Visit Stake |
| Gamdom | 15% boosted instant rakeback for 7 days | Activate it under Special Rewards with an affiliate code (Gamdom’s own is GAM15) within 6 hours of registering; the boost then runs for 7 days. | Visit Gamdom |
| Cloudbet | Up to US$2,500 in cash rewards over 30 days | Starts with a first deposit of any amount; 10% casino rakeback plus daily casino and weekly sports cash drops, paid as real cash with no rollover, then a Cash Vault on day 30. | Visit Cloudbet |
| BetFury | Up to US$10,500 (590%) + 225 free spins | Spread over three deposits from US$5; the first bonus must be activated within 7 days of sign-up and each bonus wagered within 14 days on slots, live games and BetFury Originals. | Visit BetFury |
| BitStarz | Up to US$500 or 5 BTC + 180 free spins | 100% bonus plus 180 free spins on the first deposit, then up to €400 or 4 BTC on the next three deposits. | Visit BitStarz |
| Wild.io | Up to US$5,000 + 200 free spins over 3 deposits | Up to 350% across three deposits with code WILD; minimum deposit US$20; 40x wagering on bonus funds, to be met within 7 days. | Visit Wild.io |
Five things to read before you opt in
- Rollover: how many times the bonus, or the deposit plus the bonus, has to be staked.
- Qualifying bets: sports offers often count only multi bets with a minimum number of legs.
- Odds floor: selections priced below the stated minimum do not count towards the rollover.
- Time limit: any wagering left unfinished when the offer expires is wiped, together with the bonus.
- Country terms: some offers exclude certain countries. BitStarz, for instance, leaves Botswana out of its no-deposit free spins but not out of its deposit bonus.
A genuine operator never asks for an “activation fee” or an Orange Money transfer to a private number before it releases a bonus or a withdrawal.
Payments
Betting with Orange Money, MyZaka and Smega in Botswana
Mobile money is part of everyday life in Botswana. Orange Money is the largest wallet, and Mascom’s MyZaka, BTC’s Smega and BotswanaPost’s Poso Money make up the rest of the market. Locally licensed bookmakers such as Betway Botswana take Orange Money deposits, while international sites set their payment menu by country and currency, so open the cashier after registering to see what is available to you.
| Method | Run by | Useful for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|---|
 Orange Money | Orange Botswana | Fast deposits from a phone | Wallet limits can cap large deposits and payouts |
 MyZaka | Mascom | Mascom subscribers | Not listed by every site — check the cashier |
 Smega | BTC | BTC subscribers | Confirm the site offers it before you register |
 Visa / Mastercard | Your bank | International sites | Some banks turn down gambling transactions |
 Bank transfer (EFT) | Your bank | Larger withdrawals | Slower than a wallet, especially over weekends |
 Crypto | Exchanges and wallets | Crypto-led sites | Network fees and price swings |
Paying in with a mobile wallet
Open the cashier, choose Deposit and select your wallet.
Check that the phone number shown is the one registered to your wallet, then type the amount.
Approve the prompt that appears on your phone with your PIN.
Wait for the confirmation SMS, then check that the new amount appears in your betting balance before you stake it.
Keep the transaction reference until the money is showing in your account.
BURS and tax
Do you pay tax on betting winnings in Botswana?
No tax is withheld from betting winnings in Botswana. The Income Tax Act, 2025, which replaced the previous Income Tax Act on 1 July 2026, sets out the payments that carry withholding tax — salaries, dividends, interest, rent and commissions among them — and betting, lottery and prize winnings are not on that list.
Gambling taxes fall on the operators instead: licensed companies pay licence fees and levies under the Gambling Act, and company tax to the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS). If betting is how you earn your living rather than a pastime, ask a tax adviser how your profits should be treated.
Tax rules can change with each budget. If a site ever deducts something from a payout, its terms should state the reason and the rate.
Cashing out
Withdrawing betting winnings in Botswana
Most sites send winnings back through the method you deposited with, where that method supports payouts. The first withdrawal is usually the slowest because the operator verifies who you are, typically with your Omang or passport, and an open bonus can hold up a cash-out until its wagering is done.
Upload a clear photo of your Omang or passport, and proof of address if asked, soon after you register.
Complete or cancel any bonus before you request a withdrawal.
Use a wallet, card or bank account registered in your own name, since operators normally refuse to pay a third party.
Watch the limits in the cashier — a big win may need a bank transfer or several smaller payouts.
For crypto, check the address and network twice, because a confirmed transaction cannot be reversed.
Mobile
Betting apps and mobile sites in Botswana
Most punters in Botswana bet from a phone, and every site in our table works in a mobile browser. Where a brand offers an Android app outside Google Play, take the file only from its official website.
- Ignore APK files passed around in WhatsApp or Facebook groups — fake betting apps can be used to steal logins.
- Turn on two-step login and use a password you do not use anywhere else.
- Never share your Orange Money or MyZaka PIN, or a one-time code, with someone claiming to work for a betting site.
- On prepaid data, a lighter mobile site can use fewer megabytes than a full app.
- Set deposit limits in your account settings as soon as the account is open.
Football
Football betting in Botswana: Premiership, Zebras and the EPL
The English Premier League has a big following in Botswana, as do the Champions League and South Africa’s PSL. At home, Gaborone United won the 2025/26 FNB Premiership for a second season in a row, and the Zebras played at AFCON 2025 in Morocco — their first finals since 2012.
Local matches tend to have thinner markets than the big European leagues: expect the match result, goal totals and double chance on a Premiership game, and far more choice — corners, cards and player bets — on the EPL.
Bet types you will see
- 1X2
- The three basic outcomes — home win (1), draw (X) and away win (2) — settled on the score after normal time.
- Double chance
- Two outcomes on one bet, such as 1X or X2, at shorter odds than a straight win.
- Both teams to score
- Yes pays when both sides get on the scoresheet; No pays when at least one of them draws a blank.
- Over/under goals
- A line such as 2.5 goals: over needs three or more in the match, under needs two or fewer.
- Asian handicap
- A start of goals or half-goals that removes the draw, handy when a title contender meets a newly promoted side.
- Cash out
- Settling a bet before the final whistle at a price the site offers, which can be more or less than the full return.
Multi bets
A multi bet multiplies the odds of every selection. Three picks at 1.60, 1.90 and 2.20 turn P100 into a possible P668.80, but one wrong leg ends the whole slip. Try your own selections in the calculator.
Beyond football
Aviator, virtual sports and casino games in Botswana
Crash games such as Aviator sit next to the sportsbook at many betting sites. A multiplier keeps climbing until it crashes without warning, and you only win if you have cashed out before that point. Rounds are over in seconds, which makes it easy to lose track of how much has gone in.
Virtual football runs computer-simulated matches every few minutes, day and night, and the international sites add slots and live-dealer tables. Botswana’s licensed land-based casinos are regulated by the same Gambling Authority, so set a budget for the session whichever way you play.
Regulation
Is online betting legal in Botswana?
Gambling in Botswana is regulated by the Gambling Authority under the Gambling Act, 2012, which came fully into force on 1 April 2016. The Authority licenses bookmakers, casinos and other gambling operators, and the minimum age for any form of gambling, including buying a lottery ticket, is 21. Betway Botswana takes bets online at betway.co.bw under its bookmaker licence.
Parliament passed the Gambling (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on 13 August 2026. It lowers the gambling age to 18 and tightens the rules on money laundering, company ownership and customer checks, but it only takes effect once it has received presidential assent and the minister has set a commencement date in the Government Gazette — until then, 21 remains the legal age.
International brands that accept customers from Botswana operate under licences issued abroad and name the licensing authority on their own websites.
How we compare
How we compare betting sites in Botswana
Every site in our Botswana table is laid out against the same six points, whether it runs a full sportsbook or a crypto casino.
Licence
The authority and licence number the operator names, and whether it appears on the Gambling Authority list.
Payments
Orange Money, MyZaka and Smega where offered, plus cards, bank transfer and crypto in both directions.
Bonus terms
Rollover, odds floor, qualifying bets and expiry rather than the headline percentage.
Withdrawals
Stated payout times, cash-out limits and the identity checks before the first withdrawal.
Mobile
How the site runs on a phone and on prepaid data, and the account limits you can set.
Football coverage
Markets on the FNB Premiership, the Zebras, the EPL and the Champions League, plus live betting.
Getting started
How to open a betting account in Botswana
Choose a site from the table and open it through the button on its card.
Register with your mobile number or email address and set a strong password.
Pick the account currency with care — pula where it is offered, otherwise US dollars or a cryptocurrency — as most sites will not let you change it later.
Enter your name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your Omang; Botswana law requires you to be 21 or older.
Decide whether you want the welcome offer before your first deposit, then pay in from the cashier.
Read the bonus wagering and expiry in your account before you place your first bet.
FAQ
Betting sites in Botswana: questions and answers
Short answers on the age limit, licences, Orange Money, tax and crypto for punters in Botswana.
What is the best betting site in Botswana?
22Bet is our top pick in Botswana right now. International sportsbook and casino that accepts players from Botswana, pairing a 100% first deposit bonus with crypto deposits next to its standard payment methods. Melbet is next in our ranking.
Is online betting legal in Botswana?
Betting with a bookmaker licensed by the Gambling Authority is legal for adults aged 21 or over, and Betway Botswana takes bets online at betway.co.bw under its bookmaker licence. International sites that accept players from Botswana operate under licences issued abroad and name them on their websites.
What is the legal gambling age in Botswana?
It is 21 under the Gambling Act, 2012. Parliament passed the Gambling (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on 13 August 2026 to lower it to 18, but the change applies only after presidential assent and a commencement order in the Government Gazette.
Which bookmakers are licensed in Botswana?
The Gambling Authority’s list of bookmaker and betting licensees names Betway Botswana, Sunbet, PstBet, Bet 267, B-Bets and BetXplosion. The list is published on the Authority’s website together with each licence holder’s company name.
Do you pay tax on betting winnings in Botswana?
No tax is withheld from betting winnings. The Income Tax Act, 2025, in force since 1 July 2026, does not include betting, lottery or prize winnings among the payments subject to withholding tax.
Which betting sites accept Orange Money in Botswana?
Locally licensed bookmakers such as Betway Botswana take Orange Money deposits. International sites set their payment methods by country, so check the cashier after you register; cards and crypto are the usual alternatives.
Can I bet with crypto in Botswana?
Yes, at international sites. Among the sites we compare, Stake, Gamdom, Cloudbet, BetFury, BitStarz and Wild.io are built around crypto, while 22Bet and Melbet take coins as one deposit option among several.
Where can I get help with problem gambling in Botswana?
The Gambling Authority runs a toll-free helpline on 19777, offers free counselling and keeps a register for people who want to exclude themselves from gambling. Gambling Therapy provides free, confidential support online as well.
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Bet responsibly in Botswana
Bet only with money set aside for entertainment — never rent, school fees or a loan from a micro-lender. Fix a weekly limit, take regular breaks and stop after a losing run instead of trying to win it back. The Gambling Authority offers free counselling and self-exclusion, and its toll-free helpline is 19777. Gambling Therapy also gives free, confidential support online.