Popular Online Casinos in South Africa
What makes an online casino popular? Well, it depends on who you ask. Some players prefer a large game library with many titles to explore, others want bonuses galore. Some prefer quality games, while others would rather go with quantity. Some prefer slot machines, others would rather play crash games, perhaps live casino games. The casino with the right combination will have the top spot in the players’ preferences. So, let’s look at what online casinos South African players love the most, and why.
Popular South African Betting Sites
Sports betting and casino games go hand in hand in South Africa. For some reason, though, the top betting sites in the country, although they do have casino games, have little to no bonuses aimed at casino players. When it comes to betting on sports, though, they outdo each other in variety, special offers, and bonuses. These sports betting brands are the most popular in Mzansi, for bettors and casino players alike.
Hollywoodbets
- Large collection of “Spina Zonke” (slot machines)
- Good variety of live casino games
- Attractive casino tournaments and sweepstakes
- No-deposit free spins
- Licensed in all major jurisdictions
- Exclusive slots, card games, and crash games, including Shova 52
- No deposit matches listed
- Focus on betting bonuses
- No major progressive jackpot slots
- Some responsible gaming tools are missing
- No useful game categories
It’s the biggest local betting brand. Hollywoodbets has an extensive network of betting shops and it’s one of the strongest online betting sites in the country. Part of its appeal is its extensive collection of Spina Zonke, or online slot machines, which covers everything from classic fruit machines to complex progressive slots.
Hollywoodbets stands out with its large selection of live casino tables, and good coverage of crash games - including its exclusive title, Shooting Star. “Exclusive” seems to be the keyword here: Hollywoodbets even has its own branded live casino game - Shova 52 from BetGames.
YesPlay
- Top-rated slot machine providers
- Useful game categories
- Amazing live dealer games from top providers
- Live games for every budget
- Pragmatic Play network promotions
- Cashbacks for Lucky Numbers
- A limited number of slot machines
- A low number of promotions
- High wagering requirements for casino players
- Welcome bonus favours sports betting
Yes, you should play casino games at YesPlay! It has goodies for you: Pragmatic Play slots with Drops and Wins, table games with Blackjack League, daily random prizes, and Mega Tournaments with amazing prize pools. YesPlay is one of the few licensed South African casinos where you can complete the wagering requirements for your bonus on slots - although they only contribute 10%.
Supabets
- No-deposit free spins
- Daily casino tournaments and promotions
- 600+ games, many from less common providers
- Fast payouts
- 1Voucher withdrawals available
- Deposit bonus requirements can’t be completed on casino games
- Aviator is the only crash game available
- Low number of live casino tables
Another betting brand with a long history, Supabets stands out with its daily bonuses for casino players. Each day, you can claim a pack of free spins, participate in generous slot tournaments and freerolls, and play for progressive jackpots across games from providers like Habanero and Pragmatic Play.
Gbets
Another land-based betting brand that has gone online. Based in Roodepoort, Gbets has branches in Gauteng, NW, KZN, and Lesotho, among others. It’s not the best for casino players due to its small selection of games and limited bonuses. Still, if you’re looking for a place to bet and play at the same time, Gbets is a good choice for you.
Playa Bets
- Established, long-standing brand
- High-quality games
- Live dealer games
- BetGames, Virtual Games
- Aviator available
- Downloadable Android app
- Loyalty & VIP scheme
- No RNG table games (only live dealer games)
- A small number of games
- Almost no casino bonuses
- Welcome bonus for sports betting only
An extensive selection of live casino tables, and a good selection of a few hundred slots - this is what you’ll find at Playa Bets. It even has some free spins for you, and a bunch of network promotions from Pragmatic Play.
Betshezi
A newcomer in the South African betting market, Betshezi still has a few things to iron out. It does have a casino welcome bonus but not many casino games to play. Its library is small but full of high-quality games. Give it a go.
Popular South African Online Casinos
The online gambling laws in South Africa are not perfect, and there are also some controversies when it comes to what is and isn’t allowed under the various licenses. This is why you won’t find too many pure online casinos with a South African license. There are, in turn, quite a few South Africa-facing offshore operators.
Yebo Casino and Punt Casino
Yebo Casino, and its sister casino Punt, are both run by the same offshore company. It is an unlicensed online casino using Inclave for access control, offering games from SpinLogic (Realtime Gaming), and some consistent bonuses. The two casinos are pretty much the same, with similar bonuses and identical game libraries.
Springbok Casino
One of the oldest South African online casinos, Springbok Casino has a great reputation and some very attractive bonuses for casino players. Not a day goes by without a new special offer you can redeem. What’s most attractive about Springbok is its no-deposit bonus offer where you can keep what you win - up to a limit.
ZAR Casino
- Unique game library
- Live Dealer Games
- Generous welcome bonus
- EFT support
- Crypto deposits and withdrawals
- Frequent promotions
- Small number of games
- Many games don't work with bonus funds
- Some unclear bonus terms
- Self-exclusion only possible via support
- No ownership or license information available
ZAR Casino stands out through its game collection provided by Genii, an up-and-coming casino software provider. This means that, aside from the hefty bonuses it offers, it also has new games for you to try. It even has a selection of live dealer games, making it stand out from the crowd of offshore casinos in South Africa.
Thunderbolt Casino
Springbok’s sister casino, Thunderbolt represents a slightly different approach with a more modern design and a package of no-deposit free spins to get you started. It has a collection of bonuses that you can redeem day after day, a global jackpot, and VIP benefits.
Tusk Casino
- More than 7,000 games
- "Refer a friend" bonus
- Loyalty & VIP scheme
- Live Dealer Games
- Aviator available
- Small number of deposit methods supported
- Small number of withdrawal methods supported
- Many games are blocked in South Africa
- Terms unclear about loyalty scheme, VIP scheme
An international casino with a massive collection of games and some hefty bonuses that will make your day. While not all of its games are available in South Africa, it still has more of them than most of its competitors. Add this to its nice selection of live casino tables, daily bonuses, and VIP scheme, and you have one of the best offshore operators for South African casino players.
African Grand Casino
Another SpinLogic (Realtime Gaming) casino that, for some reason, is sought-after by South African players. It doesn’t stand out with anything. It has the same games as several of its competitors. It has decent bonuses but nothing special. The only thing that makes it stand out is its Ford truck giveaway.
