If you arrive at the Betika website for the first time, you may have your head spinningâthereâs so much to see and do. Take it easy! Weâll help you understand whatâs what and give you a tour of this high-caliber Kenyan platform.Â
In this post, youâll learn how to register and wager, what you can bet on, how to cancel a bet in Betika, and much more.
An Excursion to Gambling Attractions
Betika is a renowned gaming brand hailing from Kenya but successfully operating across Africa.
First and foremost, itâs a sportsbookâthatâs how the company was conceived. Moreover, Betika is well-known as a sports patron, extensively supporting and investing in local athletes, teams, and competitions.
But with time, the business started to diversify its gaming product offering. In addition to the sportsbook with a host of pre-match bets and in-play betting options with live event streaming, the platform has a large collection of virtuals, esports, and casino games.
So here is what gambling entertainment awaits you on the bookmakerâs website:
⚽ Sports | A multitude of sports, from soccer to darts, with dozens of markets and a minimum bet from 1 KES |
🕹️ Virtuals | AI and RNG-based simulations of football, speedway, motorbikes, horse and dog races, and other games |
🎰 Casino | A broad spectrum of online slots, Drops & Wins, table games, lotteries, and live-dealer games |
🎲 Betika Fasta | Easy and fast-to-win games, including such hits as Rock Paper Scissors, Magic Numbers, and Plinko |
🚀 Crash games | Fun games like Aviator and Comet Crash, in which you must grab the cash before the crash |
Getting Started: Becoming a Betika User
So now you know how to entertain yourself on the gambling platform, and maybe you even know what youâre going to place your first bet on. Itâs time to get ready to play: letâs set up a user account.
Registration Summary
Your mobile phone will be your primary tool for creating an account. Clicking the âRegisterâ button on the Betika site or app will open a registration form with fields for a phone number and password. The whole process can be completed in a flash.
However, you donât have to go to the platform to sign up; you can just text. SMS âREGISTERâ to 29090 or dial *644# for USSD.
The mobile number and password used for registration also serve as login credentials. If you donât want to enter the details every time, check the âKeep me logged inâ box.
Payment System Overview
In terms of payments, Betika favors quick and handy mobile money services, particularly M-PESA and AirtelâKenyaâs market champions.
If you wish to put money in or pull it out of your account, simply select your mobile wallet and proceed with the transaction in your website profile, through the payment operator’s app, or via text messages. The payment hints are collected in the table below.
Transaction type | Online | Paybill | SMS | USSD |
M-PESA deposit | ✅ | ✅ Business number: 290290 | ❌ | ✅ USSD code: *644# |
Airtel deposit | ✅ | ✅ Business name: BETIKA | ❌ | ✅ USSD code: *644# |
M-PESA withdrawal | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ SMS âWITHDRAW#AMOUNTâ to 29090Â | ✅ USSD code: *644# |
Airtel withdrawal | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ SMS âWITHDRAW#AMOUNTâ to 29090Â | ❌ |
Betika Wagering Instructions
With your registered account and balance topped up, youâre all set to play. Like the rest of the bookmakerâs core functionality, betting is accessible online on the platform, by SMS, and via USSD.
For the last one, feel free to use the same short codeâ*644#, and letâs go through the first two in detail.
Placing a Bet Online
After signing in to your Betika account, scrutinize all the games and remember to click on the markets to see all options.
Then, make your prediction by selecting specific odds and check your betslip for the chosen event and potential payout.
Finally, adjust the amount of your bet and place it by hitting the respective button.Â
Wagering by SMS
You can request a list of games with their IDs and odds by texting âBETIKAâ to 29090.Â
Once youâre ready to make a choice, text your prediction to the same number. The message must contain the match ID, your selection, and the stake amount, separated from each other by a hash symbol. Here are the examples:
Match | PSG vs Inter | Heidenheim vs Pafos |
ID | #66555 | #65567 |
Odds | 1 – 2.60
X – 3.65 2 – 2.43 |
1 – 1.41
X – 4.60 2 – 6.80 |
SMS single bet | 66555#X#100 | 65567#1#200 |
SMS multi bet | 66555#X#65567#1#300 |
Canceling a Bet
Betika has an outstanding bet removal feature, activated when you place your wager and valid for 15 minutes.
You can call off a bet by its ID either in your betting history or by texting âCANCEL#BET IDâ to 29090.Â
This feature works perfectly under the following conditions:
- Cancellation occurs within a 15-minute window.
- A maximum of 3 bets can be revoked per day.
- Cancellation takes place before the event starts.
- Newcomers can use the option after their 4th bet.
- The feature does not apply to jackpots, live wagers, and Shikisha Bets.
Stake Restrictions
Bet type | Minimum stake amount | Maximum stake amount |
Pre-match betting | 1 KES | 500,000 KES |
In-play betting | 1 KES | 300,000 KES |
Shikisha Bet | 1 KES | 20,000 KES |
Midweek Jackpot | 15 KES | |
Sababisha | 10 KES |
Betika Features Worth Checking Out
The promo tab is undoubtedly one of the first places to visit on the Betika gaming platform. It has treats for everyoneâcasino enthusiasts, fans of instant-win games, accumulator bet lovers, newbies, and old-timers alike.Â
So keep an eye out for the bookieâs special offers, study the terms and conditions, and get involved.
The company has come up with Shikisha Bet to aid you in building a successful combination. The tool enables you to merge various markets of one or several different football matches and place a winning pre-match bet.
If you like to gamble on the go, try the light and speedy Betika mobile app, and if you want immediate feedback, check out the live chat feature.Â
Concluding Remarks
This guide doesnât cover the entire Betika but outlines the main points on the roadmap for better navigation and easier engagement.
Once on the platform, you canât help but appreciate its amenities and benefits. The Kenyan bookmaker does its best to make your journey from a beginner to an advanced player quick, smooth, and enjoyable.Â
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