Super Group's global sportsbook & casino — a regulated heavyweight across the UK, Europe and Africa
Visit Betway →Pros
- Owned by NYSE-listed Super Group and licensed by the UKGC (account 39372), Malta and local regulators across Europe and Africa
- Strong, football-led sportsbook with bet builder and cash out
- Full casino (500+ games) with live dealer, plus poker and bingo
- Typically no deposit or withdrawal fees; reliable payouts
- Standout, well-regulated option across African markets
Cons
- Welcome offer is market-specific and varies — no single global promotion
- No cryptocurrency payments
- Sportsbook depth is a step below the very largest books
- Only available where it holds a local licence
Our verdict
Betway is a regulated heavyweight: owned by NYSE-listed Super Group and licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (account 39372), Malta and a long list of local regulators across Europe and Africa. It pairs a strong, football-led sportsbook and a full 500+ game casino with clean apps, fee-free banking and reliable payouts, and it is one of the most visible brands in the sport thanks to 90+ team and league sponsorships. It is not quite as deep as the very largest books, and the welcome offer is market-specific rather than one global promotion — but where it holds a local licence, Betway is a trustworthy, well-rounded pick, and a standout option across African markets.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (20%)9
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (account 39372) plus Malta and local licences across Europe and Africa, and owned by NYSE-listed Super Group (SGHC) — strong regulatory oversight and corporate transparency.
Mobile & UX (10%)8.7
Well-rated iOS and Android apps and a fast mobile site with live betting and cash-out; a clean, easy interface.
Payments & payouts (20%)8.5
Wide choice of regulated local methods (Visa/Mastercard, PayPal, Skrill, bank transfer) with typically no deposit or withdrawal fees and reliable payouts. No cryptocurrency.
Sportsbook & odds (25%)8.3
A strong, football-led sportsbook with wide pre-match and live coverage, bet builder and cash out. Competitive odds and heavy sponsorship (90+ team and league partnerships), though market depth sits a notch below the very largest books.
Customer support (10%)8.3
24/7 live chat and email, localised per market; generally responsive.
Bonuses & value (15%)8
Fair, player-friendly welcome offers per market (in some markets free spins with no wagering on the winnings), but the exact amount and terms vary by country and change over time.
Welcome bonus
Quick facts
| Founded | 2006 |
| Owner | Super Group (SGHC Ltd), NYSE-listed |
| Licensing | UK Gambling Commission (account 39372), Malta, plus local licences across Europe and Africa |
| Sports | Wide pre-match & live coverage, bet builder, cash out; football-led, 90+ sponsorships |
| Casino | 500+ games — slots (incl. Aviator), table games and live dealer |
| Payments | Visa/Mastercard, PayPal, Skrill, bank transfer; typically no fees. No crypto |
| Apps | iOS & Android |
| Support | 24/7 live chat & email |
| Markets | UK, Europe, and much of Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa) and more |
Where Betway is licensed
Betway appears on the official register in 46 countries — 44 for sports betting and 32 for casino. We only feature it in markets where it holds a licence to accept you.
Europe (14)
North America (2)
Central America & Caribbean (4)
South America (3)
Africa (17)
Asia (5)
Oceania (1)
About Betway
Betway is a British gambling company founded in 2006 and owned by Super Group (SGHC Ltd), which listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2022. It offers sports betting, online casino, poker and bingo, and is one of the most recognisable brands in the sector thanks to more than 90 sponsorships of teams and leagues worldwide. Like the other regulated majors, Betway operates market by market under local licences — with a particularly strong presence across the UK, Europe and Africa — and only accepts players where it is licensed.
FAQ
Is Betway safe and legit?
Yes — Betway is owned by NYSE-listed Super Group (SGHC) and licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (account 39372), Malta and local regulators across Europe and Africa. That means strong player protection and corporate oversight. Only play where Betway holds a local licence for your country.
What is the Betway welcome bonus?
Betway offers a new-customer welcome offer in each licensed market — usually bet credits or a bonus after a qualifying deposit and bet, and a casino offer (sometimes free spins with no wagering on the winnings). The exact amount and terms vary by country and change over time, so always check the current offer on your local Betway site before claiming.
Does Betway accept crypto?
No. Betway uses regulated local payment methods in each market — cards, PayPal, Skrill and bank transfer — rather than cryptocurrency.
Is Betway good in Africa?
Yes — Betway is one of the most established and well-regulated operators across African markets such as Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, with local licences, local payment methods and strong sponsorship presence. Always confirm it holds a licence for your specific country.
