Gambling is quite big in Zimbabwe. While gambling should primarily be considered a recreational activity where players derive joy and happiness while at the same time standing a chance to win some cool bucks, to many Zimbabwean punters, gambling is now a source of income. This, of course, is largely necessitated by the economic hardships that most of the ordinary population is facing.
Recognizing the huge appetite that Zimbabwean folks have for gambling, many gambling operators have entered the Zimbabwean market. Their entry has been made easier thanks to Zimbabwe’s liberal stance when it comes to different forms of gambling. The Lotteries and Gaming Board is tasked with overseeing all gaming and gambling activities and licenses operators that want to offer both sports betting services and casino games.
Among the many betting companies in Zimbabwe is Zanzibet. This betting site is part of the Genesis Global Limited brand, a gambling brand that runs several other African betting sites. Zanzibet currently operates in a few countries, and one of these is Zimbabwe, where it has been operating since 2018.
Since it entered the Zimbabwean gaming market, it has endeared itself with thousands of Zimbabwean punters. In this comprehensive Zanzibet review, we are going to expose and explore all the attributes that have made Zanzibet a mainstay in the gaming industry.
A Super Easy Registration Process
To start with, becoming a registered player at Zanzibet is super simple. The simplicity of the process means that even players who don’t possess a complex set of tech skills can easily set up their accounts without the assistance of third parties. The process to undertake is as follows:
- Start by visiting the official website which is available at https://www.zanzibet.com/
- When the homepage loads, navigate to the top part of the screen and click the ‘Login/Register’ button
- Click the ‘Register’ button on the pop-up that emerges
- On the registration form, enter the requested details which include your email address, preferred username, preferred password, full name as it appears on your national ID, date of birth, country of residence, mobile phone number, preferred currency and city
- Confirm your acceptance of the terms and conditions as well as the privacy policy terms by tapping the respective box. Note that to go through the fine print details, simply click the hyperlinked titles. Another thing to keep in mind is that when tapping the box you will also be confirming that you are above the age of 18
- Confirm if you want to receive marketing material via email
- Complete the process by clicking the ‘Register’ button.
*As completing the account registration process is the license required for players to access all offered services at Zanzibet, it means it’s a prerequisite for players to set up their accounts. This process is done just once. In future, whenever players want to access the offered gambling services, they will have to undertake the login process, which requires them to share their security credentials, that is, password and username.
A Lucrative Welcome Bonus
To all the new punters, Zanzibet offers a lucrative welcome bonus which comes in the form of a 100% first deposit bonus of up to $250. The bonus is only for accumulator bets and it must be rolled over 10 times for players to withdraw the bonus funds. There is a 60-day window to meet the rollover requirements. Punters who deposit both fiat currencies and digital currencies (cryptocurrencies) are eligible to claim the bonus.
Regular Bonuses and Promotions
The major shortcoming of Zanzibet is that, at the current moment, it’s not offering any regular bonuses and promotions. However, upon visiting the Promotions page, players can see a Euro 2024 Promotion, which has since ended. While this is unfortunate on one hand, it’s actually a good omen for the future as it means Zanzibet runs special promotions for top sporting events. The upcoming 2024/25 English Premier League season is likely going to allow Zanzibet to run another promotion.
An Extensive Range of Gambling Services Offered
Zanzibet is a one-stop shop for all things related to gambling. This is necessitated by the fact that visiting this betting site offers players the chance to engage in both sports betting as well as casino games. Below is a rundown of the products available in each of the gambling portfolios at Zanzibet.
Sports Betting
- Traditional Sports: Players can place both pre-match and live bets on top sports such as football, tennis, basketball, table tennis, ice hockey, volleyball, motorsports, cycling, MMA, alpine skiing, baseball, beach volley, biathlon, boxing, cross-country, cricket, darts, futsal, golf, handball, rugby league, snooker, ski jumping, Gaelic football, Gaelic hurling and short football.
- eSports: Zanzibet also accepts bets on eSports which include Kings of Glory, Warcraft 3, Counter-Strike, Rainbow Six, Arena of Valor, StarCraft 2, Dota 2, Valorant, Kings of Glory and League of Legends
- Virtuals: Bets are also accepted in virtual sports. Some of the available virtual games include eFootball, Football AI, eIce Hockey, and eBasketball.
Novelty Betting
Besides betting on traditional sports, punters can also place bets on non-sports events. Some of the events that players can bet on include music (for instance, winners of upcoming musical awards), entertainment (for instance, winners of upcoming TV contests), and politics (for instance, winner of the next U.S. presidential election).
Casino
In the casino section, all fans of casino games are afforded the chance to play different types of games. The top game portfolios available include slots, table games and in-bet games. Some of the most popular games offered include Gates of Olympus, 5 Lions Megaways, Sweet Bonanza, Madame Destiny Megaways, Chilli Heat, Starlight Princess, and Big Bass Bonanza.
Convenient Banking Methods Supported
In Zimbabwe, mobile money payment gateways are the most popular when it comes to making online transactions. The great thing about Zanzibet is that it accepts the nation’s leading mobile money payment provider that is, Econet’s Ecocash. Players can also use the Innbucks platform. Those with access to international payment methods can also use credit/debit cards for payments, while those with access to cryptocurrencies can also use them for deposits and withdrawals.
Customer Support Platforms
For any queries, players can readily get in touch with customer support agents on the following platforms:
- Email: support@zanzibet.com
Round Up
Zanzibet is a convenient betting site for many players. It offers an extensive range of gambling services ranging from sports betting to casino games. Moreover, it supports local payment methods such as Ecocash and Innbucks hence making it easy for punters to deposit and withdraw funds.