ZARbet
WCGRB Bookmaker Licence 10010581-031. 40+ sports with strong soccer, rugby and cricket depth. Bet builder on multi leg same match bets, cash out on most pre match and live bets, and live streaming on select soccer, tennis and basketball.
At a glance
The shortest summary of the ZARbet sportsbook. Use this as a quick check before reading the full review.
| Brand | ZARbet |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Licence | WCGRB Bookmaker 10010581-031 |
| Sports | 40+ |
| Min deposit | R20 |
| Withdrawal time | 24 to 48 hours |
| Live streaming | Yes (selected events) |
| Welcome | 125% up to R3,750 + 25 FS (shared with casino) |
Trust and licensing
ZARbet operates under WCGRB Bookmaker Licence 10010581-031, a Western Cape provincial permit. Live since 2024.
FICA is required before the first withdrawal.
| Licence | WCGRB Bookmaker 10010581-031 |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Regulator | Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board |
| Encryption | SSL |
| KYC | FICA before first withdrawal |
Welcome offer and ongoing promotions
Welcome is shared with the casino: 125% match up to R3,750 plus 25 free spins on 7 Chakras. There is no standalone sportsbook free bet at sign up, which is the main gap versus Hollywoodbets and Gbets.
Ongoing promotions include bet builder boosts, multi bet uplifts and weekend acca refunds.
Sports and markets
40+ sports with the SA core well covered: soccer (PSL, EPL, UEFA), rugby (URC, Currie Cup), cricket (SA, IPL) and basketball. Esports is included.
Bet builder is the standout feature: combine multiple legs from the same match for a single boosted price. Live streaming covers selected soccer, tennis and basketball events.
Banking and payouts
Deposits start at R20 using 1Voucher or OTT Voucher. EFT, cards and Ozow are also available.
Withdrawals run 24 to 48 hours after FICA approval. EFT is free, Pay to Card costs R11.50 per withdrawal.
| Min deposit | R20 |
| Min withdrawal | R1 |
| Withdrawal time | 24 to 48 hours |
| Pay to Card fee | R11.50 |
User experience
ZARbet runs a clean, fast lobby with the sportsbook front and centre. Football, rugby, cricket and esports get their own quick-access tabs. The Bet Builder lets you combine 12 selections on supported football fixtures.
Mobile: web only at time of writing, no native app. Live streaming: yes for selected events. Languages: English primary.
How ZARbet compares
Against Hollywoodbets, ZARbet has a newer brand (2024 vs 2000) and is lighter on horse racing, but the bet builder and welcome bonus structure are competitive.
Against Gbets, ZARbet has a smaller multi boost and a shorter track record. Gbets has the Goldrush retail backing.
Against Betshezi, ZARbet matches the WCGRB licence base. Betshezi adds crypto rails.
Final verdict
ZARbet is a newer WCGRB-licensed SA sportsbook with a bet builder and live streaming on selected events. The 125% welcome bonus is generous, and the Premier Soccer League and URC rugby books are strong on top fixtures.
Where it falls short: 2024 launch means a short track record, the horse racing book is thin, and no native app yet. For SA punters who want a fresh brand with sharp pre-match books, ZARbet earns the 3.7 out of 5 score.
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WCGRB licensed sportsbook with bet builder, live streaming and 40+ sports. Welcome is shared with the casino: 125% to R3,750 plus 25 free spins.
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How we tested this review
Reviewed by Ethan Pretorius
Senior editor, iGaming Reviews
More than ten years in South African iGaming. Background in cybersecurity and devops, which shapes how he tests sites.
We do not score a site from a desk. Before this review got a rating, we made a real account and ran the full journey: sign up, deposit, play, and withdraw. On every site we check:
- The licence is current with the National Gambling Board or the right provincial board.
- FICA checks work on a real account with a real South African ID.
- At least one deposit and one withdrawal, with the speed and any fees written down.
- Support is contacted on two channels, and reply times are noted.
- Responsible gambling tools work: deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion.
- Bonus terms are read against the current T&Cs, with wagering and caps quoted by date.
Independence. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links. This never changes the score or the verdict. The rating is set before any link is added. 18+. Gambling can be addictive. Play responsibly. National Responsible Gambling Programme helpline: 0800 006 008.
