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Zarbet Review

South African sportsbook and casino

Western Cape Gambling and Racing BoardEstablished 2024

Not yet a ClubPlay partner, this review is independent research.

7.8

7.8 / 10 Overall

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Overview

Zarbet is a South African sportsbook and casino operated by Apollo Gaming (Pty) Ltd, licensed by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, rebranded from ZAR Casino in March 2024. It's reported to offer broad sports coverage including esports, alongside a large slots and live-dealer casino. This profile is early bootstrap data pending ClubPlay's own review.

Pros

  • R20 minimum deposit
  • Licensed by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board
  • Deep sports coverage reported at 40+ categories including a dedicated esports section
  • Casino includes live dealer tables and Aviator-style crash games
  • Dedicated iOS and Android apps reported

Cons

  • Newer operator (rebranded from ZAR Casino in 2024)
  • Minimum withdrawal reported as a relatively high R250
  • Not yet independently tested by ClubPlay
  • Not yet a ClubPlay partner

Rating Breakdown

Every category scored out of 10 by our editorial team.

Overall7.8
Bonuses8.0
Odds7.7
Casino7.8
Sports7.7
Mobile7.6
Customer Service7.6
Payments7.8
Withdrawal Speed8.0
Responsible Gambling7.7

Welcome Bonus

200% Match up to R2,000 + 50 Free Spins

Sports Markets

5 sports covered, including live betting markets.

FootballRugbyCricketTennisEsports

Casino Games

4 game categories available.

SlotsLive DealerAviator-style Crash GamesTable Games

Apps

iOSAvailable
Android (APK)Available

Payment Methods

VisaMastercardCapitec PayOzowEFT (SiD)Vouchers

Typical withdrawal time: 5 minutes to 24 hours, depending on method (reported)

Customer Support

Live ChatEmail

Licence Information

AuthorityWestern Cape Gambling and Racing Board
Licence Number10010581-030
Established2024

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