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How to Find the Best New Online Casinos in South Africa

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1 year ago

March 27, 2023

Online casinos are taking the world by storm. Many South African players are starting to sign up for online casinos and are wishing to know how to take their gaming to the next level. After all, who wouldn’t like to wager some change and turn it into hundreds if not thousands of Rands just by having fun?

In this article, we’ll talk about how you can make the most of your experience playing at the newest online casinos in South Africa. So, let’s dive in.

Choose a reputable new online casino

Before you start playing, you should ensure that the online casino you choose is licensed and regulated and has a good reputation. Look for the logos of licensing organization at the footer of the casino’s main page.

As South Africa doesn’t have its own regulatory body for online casinos, you should look for MGA or Curacao-licensed casinos to protect your customer rights. This will ensure that you are playing in a safe and secure environment and that you can withdraw your winnings without a hassle.

Take advantage of bonuses and promotions

Online casinos often offer bonuses and promotions to their players. Take advantage of these offers to increase your bankroll which will in turn up your chances of winning and make your gaming experience more exciting.

If you’re a new player, free no deposit bonuses can immensely maximize your online casino experience. This is one of the best perks of online casinos, as you won’t be able to find a traditional casino that offers this kind of bonus. Could you imagine entering a casino in Las Vegas and the hostess giving you some chips for free?!

Set a budget for the new online casino

Before you start playing, set a budget for yourself and make it your rule to stick to it. This will assist you in limiting your spending and ensuring that your gaming time is enjoyable. Avoid chasing losses and spending more than you can afford to lose.

Online casinos are entertainment, so consider your bankroll as your “entertainment budget.” For example, if you go to the cinema to see a movie, you always have a certain amount you’re comfortable spending on the movie ticket and the concession stand. Look at your casino budget in the same way and don’t go overboard.

Know the rules of the game

Take the time to read the rules of the games you want to play. This will help you make wiser choices and raise your chances of success. Plus, many new online casinos offer demo games you can try before you wager any money. There you can hone your skills, learn what certain symbols mean, and most importantly, gain confidence.

Practice responsible gaming

Online gaming should be fun and entertaining. It’s important to practice responsible gaming and never gamble more than you can afford to lose. To ensure you don’t go over budget, you can use the casino’s responsible gambling tools, such as setting limits on your deposit, losses, and even playtime.

If you feel like you are developing a problem, seek help from a professional organization and self-exclude. Suppose you’re playing at a new and reputable online casino. In that case, these organizations will be linked at the footer of the casino’s main page, and the self-exclusion option should be easy to activate.

Try new games

Don’t be afraid to try new games and explore new online casinos. If you’re an online casino connoisseur, it’s natural to feel bored by your tried and true games. So, click around your favorite casino, and try out some of the games you’ve never thought to play. Who knows, you may even discover a new favorite!

To keep your gaming experience fresh and exciting, you may even sign up for a new casino. With many welcome bonuses and no deposit offers, sometimes you will have more to gain than lose by trying a new casino out!

Take breaks

When you play at your new online casino, taking breaks from online gaming is important to avoid burnout. Don’t make your gaming sessions too long to begin with. However, if you have a lot of time to spare, take a break every half an hour or so to stretch, walk around, and refresh your mind. This will help you stay focused and energized while gaming.

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BMM Testlabs Continues Its Expansion in Africa with New Licenses in Botswana and Nigeria to Test Land-Based and Digital Products

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2 weeks ago

April 8, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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BMM Testlabs (BMM; or the Company), the world’s original gaming test lab renowned for exceptional product compliance and certification services, today announced that it has been approved to provide compliance testing, inspections, and certification services for the African countries of Botswana and Nigeria.

The Botswana Gambling Authority and the National Lottery Regulatory Commission in Nigeria, the official gaming regulatory bodies in those states, granted BMM licenses for the land-based and digital gaming markets in the two African countries.

BMM, which opened its office in South Africa in October 2004, is now able to provide comprehensive compliance testing and inspection services for most regulated markets across Africa.

BMM`s Senior Vice President, Africa, Zeena Rossouw said, We are honored that the gaming authorities in Botswana and Nigeria have demonstrated their trust in BMM to license us for product testing and certification. As regulation gains momentum across the continent, the African gaming market offers even more promise for BMM. With a focus on safeguarding the African gaming industry and all its stakeholders, BMM looks forward to working with suppliers and operators to accelerate the deployment of new technologies and products.

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KingMakers’ Nigerian operating business, BetKing, selects Genius Sports to power growth with in-play trading services

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2 weeks ago

April 8, 2024

George Miller

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New partnership sees KingMakers’ BetKing business benefit from Genius Sports’ leading portfolio of in-play content in Nigeria, including football, tennis and basketball

Genius Sports Limited has today announced a new agreement to supply KingMakers, one of the fastest-growing group of betting operators in Africa, with a range of in-play trading services.

The deal sees BetKing power its live betting product with ultra-fast venue content for the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, English Football League, FIBA basketball and every other major European and South American football league.

Genius Sports will also provide BetKing with its market-leading trading services which include modelled odds feeds for major football competitions.

With in-play sports betting growing rapidly across Africa, fast and accurate odds are vital to maximising revenues by increasing the availability of betting markets.

Tim Smeets, Trading Director at Kingmakers said “We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Genius Sports. Their trusted trading solutions, including low-latency in-play content on crucial football leagues like the Premier League, will enable us to offer market-leading betting experiences for BetKing users in Nigeria.”

Will Westcott, Head of Business Development at Genius Sports said “Every year, we continue to invest in delivering the highest-quality trading services for the African market. With the value of in-play betting growing across Africa, we’re excited to help BetKing execute its online sports betting vision in Nigeria, by providing it with the fastest, most reliable live content on the market for major sports.”

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‘Supa’ Celebration as Hacksaw Gaming Takes First Steps into South African Market with Supabets

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2 weeks ago

April 8, 2024

George Miller

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After nearly a year in making, both Hacksaw Gaming and Supabets are reaping the rewards of their partnership this week! As of the 30th March 2024, Supabets’ players now have access to a plethora of Hacksaw games at their fingertips, and their platform currently stands as the only place players can access our games in South Africa.

The South African market has been on our radar for a while now, but like all good things, this partnership took time, refinery and hard work from both parties. A relatively new market to our expanding industry, but with the potential to be one of the most lucrative we’ve seen in a while. Needless to say, we are thrilled to now be a part of it!

Household Hacksaw names such as Chaos Crew, Wanted Dead or a Wild and The Bowery Boys are now available for Supabet users, and we’re ‘supa’ excited for South African players to immerse themselves in the true Hacksaw experience for the first time ever. But we’re not stopping there. As a homage to this new partnership, we’re planning on increasing our portfolio to over 30 of our games by August, and there are even whispers of game exclusives for South Africa in the future.

Supabets, founded for the people, have been at the forefront of promoting innovative and dynamic experiences for their customers since 2008. Head of Product at Supabet, Bavu Mpama, couldn’t contain his excitement on this recent launch – “What a ride it’s been trying to make this all possible, with the help of the Hacksaw team we are now able to launch one of the best providers in the market at Supabets. It’s been incredible to see the growth of the iGaming industry in South Africa. It’s a huge moment for Supabets, our customers and the iGaming industry in South Africa. We cannot wait!”

“It’s a thrilling expansion into a new region for Hacksaw Gaming, one that I’m confident will see mutual growth of both Hacksaw and Supabets.” Marcus Cordes, CEO of Hacksaw Gaming stated that “as always, our focus remains on delivering the Hacksaw quality we’re known for. Supplying unique and innovative content that is not only visually stunning, but provides players with inventive mechanics that they know and love us for.”

Looking towards that stunning South African horizon, we’re certain that this is just the beginning of what we can provide to this new region of Hacksaw Gaming enthusiasts.

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