Betlion is a Kenyan-licensed sportsbook and web casino operated under licence by the Betting Control and Licensing Board of Kenya (BCLB). After launching in 2018 in Kenya, it swiftly became a household name throughout East Africa. Due to Kenya’s high smartphone usage, the service emphasizes mobile payments and accepts local currency (Kenyan Shilling). As a regulated operator, Betlion is subject to regulatory oversight, which adds credibility and transparency.
Sign-up is swift, using your phone number. After that, you get access to >100 daily betting events, over 735 casino games, betbuilder, cash-outs, and several other impressive features. Read on to see whether it met my expectations.
Betlion Overview
It’s operated by a Kenyan company, Zumandu Limited. The site was launched in 2018 and holds license 000712 and 000435 from Kenya’s Betting Control and Licensing Board. It’s both a sport betting site and an online casino. Here’s a quick overview of Betlion Kenya:
| Year Launched | 2018 |
| Accredited By | The BCLB |
| Top Sport Betting Disciplines | Football; Tennis; Rugby; Basketball; Tennis; Ice Hockey; Handball; Table Tennis; Cricket; Ice Hockey |
| Odds Format | Decimal |
| Most Played Online Casino Games | Aviator Spaceman Mega Roulette The Dog House Megaways |
| Deposit Limits | 1 – 250,000 KSH |
| Mobile App | No APK or IPA Available, PWA only |
| Customer Support | Email; Live chat; Socials. |
| Responsible Gambling Tools | Daily/weekly/monthly limits; 1-, 3-, 7-day breaks. |
Registration & Login
My registration was fast (< 2 minutes) and problem-free. Here are the key steps:
- Reach Betlion on mobile or desktop.
- Click on the “Join Us” button in the top right corner.
- Type in your Kenyan phone number (starting with +254) and come up with a strong password.
- Confirm that you’re of a legal betting age in Kenya and click “Next” (only if you’re genuinely 18 years or older).
If your phone number is correct, you’ll see a message congratulating you on managing to successfully register.
Login Instructions
When your session expires or when you use a different device, you’ll have to go through the login process. Here’s what you must do:
- Click on the “Login” button in the top right corner.
- Type in your phone number and password.
- Use the red button at the bottom to access your account.
If there are difficulties with your Betlion login Kenya, use the “Forgot password?” button. You’ll need to use your phone to recover your login details (just 3 quick steps).
Betlion App
There is no official app to download, just the mobile website. I think it works to the site’s advantage because:
- There’s no Betlion APK or IPA file to download, so your access is much easier;
- Even older and cheaper phones work well with the mobile site, the Betlion app would’ve been much more demanding;
- No app-store approval needed, so updates and new features can be rolled out instantly;
- All updates happen server-side;
- No install or APK download means no storage space taken up on the device.
Betlion PWA App
I chose to “download” the Progressive Web App (PWA) to make mobile sport betting and gambling more convenient. Here are the instructions:
| Android (Google Chrome) | iOS (Safari) |
| Open the site.Tap the ⋮ menu (top-right).Choose “Add to Home screen” (or tap “Install” if the install banner appears) and confirm. | Open the site.Tap the Share icon at the bottom (square with an arrow).Select “Add to Home Screen” and tap “Add”. |
Betlion Aviator
Aviator is the most played game on Betlion. Spribe’s game appears on this site’s main horizontal menu in recognition of its popularity. You can click on the special Betlion Aviator button to launch the game in seconds. Here are the key limits:
- Minimum bet size – 1 KES;
- Maximum bet size – 30,000 KES;
- Maximum win per one bet – 4,000,000 KES.
Main Rules for game
Here is the key information to help you understand the game:
- Basic Concept. Bet on a growing multiplier; cash out before it “crashes” randomly to win;
- Game Start. Place your bet before the round begins (there’s a ~7-second break between rounds);
- Multiplier Growth. Watch the multiplier increase from 1.00x upward;
- Cash Out Decision. Click to collect winnings (bet × current multiplier) anytime before crash;
- Crash Event. Random moment calculated by the Provably Fair system when the plane flies off-screen.
Key Aviator Tips
After your Betlion Aviator login, remember that this is a game of chance, not a stable income. Some further tips:
- Set a budget and stick to it;
- Cash out early for small yet steady winnings;
- Avoid emotional decisions, use a pre-planned Aviator strategy
- Start with free/demo modes to learn the game;
- Avoid recklessly raising bet size to recover losses;
- Auto-cash-out for disciplined play;
- Stop when ahead to keep earnings and prevent losses;
- Don’t forget to use auto-betting if you want hands-off online casino play.
Aviator Alternatives
If Aviator ever gets old to you, 18 more games with identical crash mechanics are available in the Crash category. The stand-out picks are:
- Spaceman;
- xRide;
- Supersonic;
- High Flyer;
- Comet Crash.
Sports Betting
There are 16+ disciplines available for sport betting. The most in-demand ones are:
- Football. Kenya’s most popular sport for wagering. Top picks for Betlion football betting include the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, FKF Premier League, and AFCON qualifications. Match betting markets range from basic (match winner) to complex (goalscorers and corner totals). The sport’s popularity and daily coverage from this bet site guarantee year-round betting;
- Tennis. A favorite for its many tournaments and head-to-head clashes, including Wimbledon and the US Open, Kenyans like the Davis Cup and local ITF circuits. Due of the sport’s hectic, individualistic nature, live markets for set winners and totals offer lucrative Betlion sports odds;
- Rugby. Physicality and structure are on display in top-level games across competitions such as the Rugby World Cup and Six Nations. Kenya’s national sevens side excels in the World Rugby Sevens Series and makes this sport even more popular in the country. Fans of strategic depth like betting on point spreads, try scorers, and tournament results.
Features of Bet Lion Sport Betting
I was impressed with the depth of the sport betting offer on this site. Here are the key components and things to remember:
- Advanced Match Filtering. Simply filter for live matches, forthcoming games in 3h, 24h, 72h, or across all days. There’s also a dedicated search engine;
- Bet Builder Tool. For personalized betting, combine match picks to create unique wagers;
- Comprehensive Statistics. Use precise match data to make better sport betting judgments;
- Real-Time Live Odds. All live matches have real-time odds, but no visual broadcasts;
- Extensive Market Range. Over 500 betting markets for top-tier sports and events;
- Smart Multis Section. Includes data-driven “Magic Multis” and “Hot Picks”. Both provide performance percentages based on previous team outcomes;
- High-Value Bonuses. Multiple-selection bets with 3 to 50 picks may net you up to 1,250% more;
- Cash Outs. It’s possible to lock in your profits from a bet you’re not as sure of;
- Clear Limits. The maximum payout is capped at 10,000,000 KES per one bet, with the same limit applying per customer in a 24-hour period.
Casino & Slots
There are 736 games in total with frequent updates. The casino library was built by a line-up of 6 providers, including Evolution, Pragmatic Play, and Amusnet. There are 4 main online casino categories (Aviator, Slots, Live & Table, Crash) and 10 broader ones (Recommended Games, Animals, Fruits – all presented as you scroll down in the main lobby).
Betlion Slot Games
There are 680+ slots available after your registration. Despite being smaller than competitors’ libraries, this one covers all fundamentals. You can play slots with such features as:
- Bonus Rounds;
- Wilds;
- Risk Games;
- Megaways;
- Jackpots.
Live Online Casino Games
There are 50+ games available in this category. 12 of them are in the main lobby, in the Pragmatic Live category. The rest is spread out across the 6 categories in the Live & Table tab of the online casino. All broadcasts are in HD with friendly, knowledgeable dealers. The top live games to bet on are:
- Crazy Time;
- Monopoly Live;
- Funky Time;
- First Person Roulette;
- First Person Craps.
Originals
This online casino has a category devoted to fully exclusive games. There are 9 in total, and more are being developed by an in-house team. Most titles in this category are based on crash mechanics. Here are the top picks:
- Lucky Roll;
- Shaker;
- Clash of Cards;
- Lucky Drops;
- Plinko Blast.
Deposits, Withdrawals & Bonuses
The primary deposit method is via your Mobile Network Operator. You can use the red deposit button in the top right corner (PIN entry and SMS confirmation required) or go the USSD route (*418#, then pick option 5). While making a deposit, there are two additional options listed – Airtel and Betlion MPesa. Minimum and maximum deposits depend on Safaricom and Airtel charges, however, the usual boundaries are:
- Minimum Deposit: 1 KSH;
- Maximum Deposit: 250,000 KSH.
I deposited 1,000 KSH for an initial test, and it took 1 minute for the funds to show up. Keep in mind that there’s a 5% tax for all deposits.
Withdrawals
Similar to the Betlion deposit system, cash-outs are convenient and linked to your mobile operator. The minimum withdrawal sum is 50 KSH and they are usually handled within a few hours.
Betlion Bonus System
This online casino and sportsbook seems to place a stronger emphasis on better odds and RTPs, not on eye-catching bonuses. Here’s what you get after your sign-up and login:
| Promotion | Period | Prizes / Numbers | Key T&Cs |
| Pragmatic Power Race | 6–11 Nov 2025 | 200,000 KSH total;Top 3:50,000 KSH;30,000 KSH;25,000 KSH. | Real-money Pragmatic Play slots;Leaderboard by turnover;Winners announced 12 Nov;VIP only;Prizes credited within 24 hours. |
| Accumulator Boost | Ongoing | 3 selections → +3%;4 → +4%;5 → +5%;…29 → +100%;30 → +110%;…50 → +1,250%. | Max bonus 2,500,000 KSH;Min stake 5 KSH;Min odds 1.20;Void selection reduces count;Odds Boosts and Specials excluded;Bonus auto-added. |
| Drops & Wins | Daily 4 Jun–31 Dec 2025 | Monthly >280,000,000 KSH shared;Daily ≈9,000,000 KSH;10,000 prizes/day;Up to 2,500× bet. | Qualifying bet any stake for drops;Tournaments require ≥21 KSH and opt-in;Cash prizes = no rollover;Points based on win/bet multipliers. |
| Super Boosts | Ongoing / Daily | Enhanced odds on a featured Multibet up to 2× the standard price;Daily featured offers to boost potential returns. | Must be selected from the Home Page and added to your bet slip;Maximum stake limits may apply per boost;Cannot be combined with other specials unless stated. |
Betlion Promo Code
According to Section 20 of the Terms and Conditions, you may get special codes delivered to you via email, phone, SMS, or pop-ups. These promo code bonuses run from 00:00 to 23:59 East Africa Time on designated days, unless specified otherwise.
Support
You can reach the support staff (available 24/7) via 3 main routes:
- Email – helpke@betlion.com;
- Social Media – Facebook, Instagram, X;
- Live Chat – Green button in the bottom right corner, only available after registration.
The support is fast (near-instant for Live Chat) and available in both Swahili and English. I also asked a question concerning deposit limits via email and got a response in 2 hours.
Betlion Terms and Conditions
The company is very transparent as it lets you view the full T&Cs before registration. There are 27 sections in total and they do a good job of explaining the core tenets of how this site works. The key rules are:
- You must be 18+ to sign up;
- You will be asked to submit your ID card to verify your account;
- Your account security and activities are your responsibility;
- All personal details you provide must be true and current;
- After notice, dormant accounts with positive balances may be deleted after 180 days.
You can get in touch with the support staff or examine the FAQ if you still have any questions left after going through the Terms.
FAQ
What is the minimum stake size for sport betting?
You can’t place bets with stakes lower than 2 KSH.
Will there be an official app?
If there’s enough demand for an app, there will be one (downloadable APK and IPA).
Does this company reveal its Privacy Policy?
Yes. You can view it by clicking the button in the footer and then using this link.
Are there built-in daily deposit limits set by the casino?
No, there are no limits for your top-ups.
What does the “Split the Pot” button do?
This main menu button opens the list of 14 games from the provider.
