Posts Tagged ‘South Africa’

The Biggest South African Online Gambling Portal Has Now Been Launched

October 27, 2008

A new South African Online Gambling portal
PlayCasino.co.za has launched their innovative and informative website showcasing the most reputable South African Online Gambling destinations.

With the new law passed in which Online Gambling has now been legalized in South Africa, we should expect an influx of new gaming companies entering the South African gaming market. “Even though pending amendments to the South African Gambling Act (an Act that aims to regulate the SA online gambling industry) will open the doors to online gambling for many such service providers, we felt that it will be great if South Africans can find information on these sites before deciding to play” said the directors of
PlayCasino. “PlayCasino.co.za showcases the most reputable online gambling sites in South Africa and internationally. Our team has personally played at all these gambling sites and have listed the best of the best so you too can enjoy them.”

PlayCasino.co.za is leading the way, offering an honest and trustworthy service, establishing itself in what is soon to become an enormous South African online industry.

With more than 10 years experience in the online gambling industry, you can rest assured that they have what you’re looking for, having tested the market place and assessed all the online casinos listed on their website, so that it can provide South African gamblers with only the best and most reputable
online casinos that accept South African Rand as a currency.

Increase in South Africa Gambling

October 27, 2008

Since 1996, when the South African Government legalized gambling, the country has seen a rise in the numbers of casino and gaming establishments. As well the overall numbers of players have increased. Today, in excess of 35 brick and mortar casinos operate in South Africa. Additionally, an overall rise in gambling activities by over 250% has occurred over the last 6 years according to the South African National Gambling Board.

While online gambling in South Africa is a relatively new phenomenon, many forecast rises in the volumes of online players and additionally the amount of money wagered online.

Sources close to AmberCoast, an online casino operator with large numbers in the South African market, says the casino has seen similar significant rises in the numbers of players over the last few years to those of land based casino.

AmberCoast Casino specifically caters for the South African online casino market with deposits and payouts available in Rand as well as specific promotions targeted toward South African players.

At the moment, AmberCoast is providing new players with R300 free to commence playing. All new players will receive the free bonus just for signing up. This free money is given to players just to get started and play at AmberCoast Casino.

AmberCoast Product Manager Mia Collins says: Players need to sign up to an AmberCoast account and they will receive the offer instantly to try out the online casino.

It is possible for a player to win and win big from this initial bonus offer. It would be a fantastic feeling for players to win something from a free bonus offer.

As the South African gambling industry continues to grow, so too do many online gaming operators. The opportunity for the player is ever present as they will see through increased promotions, gaming options and games available.