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Comment: Just blatant advertising. Theroadislong (talk) 12:57, 11 September 2025 (UTC)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sports betting, casino gaming |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Cape Town, South Africa |
Area served | South Africa, Botswana |
| Owner | Sun International |
| Website | www |
Sunbet is an online sports betting and casino gaming platform operated by Sun International, a South African hospitality and gaming group. Founded in 2010, Sunbet offers betting services across multiple sports, including football, rugby, cricket, horse racing, and esports, alongside a wide range of online casino games.[1]
History
[edit]Sunbet was launched in 2010 as Sun International’s online gaming division, extending the company’s traditional casino and resort offerings into the digital space. The platform enables users to place bets on various sports and access online casino games.[2]
On 14 March 2023, Sunbet was formally acquired by Sun International, becoming a wholly owned subsidiary.[3]
Sunbet has experienced significant growth, with revenue increasing by 60.6% to R1.2 billion for the year ending December 2024.[4]
Recent years have seen Sunbet expand its offerings to include live in-play betting and virtual sports. In 2023, the company extended operations to Botswana with the launch of SunBet Botswana.
Expansion into Botswana
[edit]In March 2025, Sunbet Botswana launched its first online betting store in Palapye, representing a major milestone for both the company and the local sports betting industry. Country Manager Tsholofelo Makgoeng highlighted the rigorous licensing process and the significance of Sunbet’s entry, noting that it enables Batswana to legally participate in sports betting while supporting the local economy.[5]
The Gambling Authority of Botswana recognized the launch as a key development in the country’s gaming sector.
Offerings
[edit]Sunbet provides a variety of sports betting options, including:
Football
Rugby
Cricket
Horse racing
Tennis
Esports
The platform also features online casino games, such as:
Live dealer games
Table games (blackjack, roulette, baccarat)
Bet games
Lucky numbers
Sunbet Arena
[edit]Sunbet is the title sponsor of the Sunbet Arena, a multi-purpose indoor arena at Time Square Casino in Pretoria. Opened in 2017, the venue hosts concerts, sporting events, and conferences, with a capacity of 8,500 for sports and 10,000 for standing concerts. Notable events include the Basketball Africa League (BAL) and the NBA Africa Game 2018.[6]
Licensing and regulation
[edit]Sunbet operates under the license of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB) and complies with South African gambling regulations. Responsible gaming measures, including self-exclusion and deposit limits, are implemented on the platform.
Sponsorships and partnerships
[edit]Sunbet has partnered with various South African sports teams and became the official betting partner of the national rugby team, the Springboks, in 2023.
See also
[edit]Online gambling in South Africa
References
[edit]- ^ "SunBet Company Profile". PitchBook. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "SunBet Company Profile". PitchBook. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "SunBet Acquisition". PitchBook. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "SunBet Revenue Soars 60.6%, Surpassing Growth Targets Again". TechFinancials. 17 March 2025. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "SunBet Botswana Opens in Palapye". The Voice BW. 15 February 2025. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "Sunbet Arena". Sun International. Retrieved 1 April 2025.