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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Africa ยท Updated November 2026

Best betting sites in Kenya

Kenya's betting market is built around M-Pesa. Deposits and withdrawals go through Paybill numbers in seconds, and many bookmakers also let you bet by SMS.

Kenya bookmakers ranked

7 licensed bookmakers, ranked by our weighted rating.

  1. SportyBet logo

    1. SportyBet

    Fast, data-light betting across Africa

    OfferWelcome bonus

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Booking codes
    • Acca bonus / boost
  2. Betika logo

    2. Betika

    Kenyan favourite with Grand Jackpots and share codes

    OfferMulti-bet bonus

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Booking codes
    • Acca bonus / boost
  3. betPawa logo

    3. betPawa

    Simple, low-data betting across Africa

    OfferWin boost on multiples

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Booking codes
    • Acca bonus / boost
  4. Mozzart Bet logo

    4. Mozzart Bet

    Balkan bookmaker with strong odds in Kenya

    OfferJackpots and multi-bet offers

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Mobile money
    • Android app
  5. SportPesa logo

    5. SportPesa

    Kenya's jackpot giant

    OfferMega Jackpot & Midweek Jackpot

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Mobile money
    • iOS app
  6. OdiBets logo

    6. OdiBets

    Kenyan bookmaker with daily free bets

    OfferDaily free bets & promos

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Mobile money
    • Android app
  7. Bangbet logo

    7. Bangbet

    Mobile-first bookmaker in Nigeria and Kenya

    OfferWelcome bonus

    • Live betting
    • Cash out
    • Booking codes
    • Acca bonus / boost

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

Sports betting in Kenya: what you need to know

Mega jackpots on 13โ€“17 football matches are a national pastime, but everyday punters also chase multi-bet bonuses and live betting on the Premier League.

We rank Kenyan bookmakers on odds, jackpot value, M-Pesa withdrawal speed, tax transparency and booking/share-bet features.

Sports betting is legal in Kenya for adults with operators licensed by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB). Kenya's betting rules and taxes have been reformed several times in recent years, so check that any site you use holds a current licence.

Welcome offers in Kenya

All bonuses โ†’
SportyBet logo

SportyBet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Kenya

Welcome bonus

Welcome offer for new customers. Terms apply.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

Betika logo

Betika

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Multi-bet bonus

Bonus on winning multi-bets with enough selections.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

betPawa logo

betPawa

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Win boost on multiples

Boost on winning multi-bets.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

Mozzart Bet logo

Mozzart Bet

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Jackpots and multi-bet offers

Jackpot and multi-bet promotions for registered players.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

SportPesa logo

SportPesa

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Mega Jackpot & Midweek Jackpot

SportPesa focuses on jackpots rather than a welcome bonus.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

OdiBets logo

OdiBets

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Daily free bets & promos

Regular free bet promotions for active customers.

18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often โ€” always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.

Features compared

BookmakerRatingLive bettingLive streamingCash outBet builderBooking codesAcca bonus / boostMobile moneyiOS app
SportyBet8.6โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โœ“โœ“โœ“โœ“
Betika8.2โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โœ“โœ“โœ“โœ“
betPawa8.1โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โœ“โœ“โœ“โ€“
Mozzart Bet8.0โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โ€“โ€“โœ“โ€“
SportPesa7.9โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โ€“โ€“โœ“โœ“
OdiBets7.9โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โ€“โ€“โœ“โ€“
Bangbet7.8โœ“โ€“โœ“โ€“โœ“โœ“โœ“โ€“

Convert booking codes between Kenyan bookmakers

SportyBet, Betika, betPawa, Bangbet all support shareable betslip codes. Got a code for one but bet with another? Convert it in seconds.

Tips for betting in Kenya

  • Compare the net payout after tax โ€” some bookmakers show gross winnings first.
  • Check the Paybill number on the official website to avoid fake numbers.
  • Jackpot odds are long; treat them as entertainment, not a plan.

Popular payment methods

M-Pesa (Paybill), Airtel Money, Bank cards.

Most popular sports

Football (EPL, Kenyan Premier League), Rugby sevens, Basketball, Jackpots.

Head-to-head comparisons

More comparisons โ†’

Frequently asked questions

Is online betting legal in Kenya?

Yes, with a bookmaker licensed by the Betting Control and Licensing Board. You must be 18 or older.

Are betting winnings taxed in Kenya?

Yes. Withholding tax is deducted from winnings and excise duty applies to stakes. Bookmakers handle this automatically, and rates are set by the Finance Act.

What is the best betting site in Kenya?

Based on our ratings, SportyBet is currently the top-rated bookmaker in Kenya with a score of 8.6/10. The best choice depends on what you value โ€” compare odds, bonuses and payment options in the table above.

How many licensed bookmakers do you compare in Kenya?

We currently compare 7 bookmakers operating in Kenya: SportyBet, Betika, betPawa, Mozzart Bet, SportPesa, OdiBets, Bangbet.

Which Kenyan bookmakers support booking codes?

SportyBet (Booking Code), Betika (Share Code), betPawa (Booking Code), Bangbet (Share Code) let you share and load betslips with a code. You can convert codes between them with our booking code converter.