So you want to start betting online? Then welcome to the GoodForTheGame Sports Betting Academy, you have found the right starting point. To help you get under way we have put together a series of knowledgebase articles to guide you through the process
What Do I Need To Know First?
OK we are working on the assumption you are a South African citizen / resident over 18 years of age who wants to open an online Sports Betting account. The good news new is there are many reputable operators who will gladly accommodate you but we suggest that first base is to follow a golden rule.
Ensure the Sportsbook you are registering with is licensed to operate in South Africa!
As long as the operator that you sign up with is licensed in South Africa you have protection in terms of South African online gambling legislation. The National Gambling Board
is responsible for the oversight of the regulation of the gambling industry throughout the country and to preserve the integrity of South Africa as a responsible global citizen. There are then a series of Regional Gambling Boards who in turn grant licenses to individual operators.
What Type Of Punter Do I Profess To Be?
Perhaps you plan to become a serious punter, a student of form who bets with the head rather than the heart only when he / she sees what they consider to be value in the betting markets of their choice.
A more recreational gambler enjoys betting on sports, often to enhance their enjoyment of watching the event but obviously still wants to show a profit.
Either way, first and foremost, you should only bet with your disposable income, within your budget whether that be large or small.
Understood. What Is the Next Step To Get Started?
Simply read on to the next article