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KE · Tier 2
Kenya
Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) Kenyan online bookmaker, casino, and pool-betting licences — well-established mobile-money market.
At a Glance
- Setup
- $30K–$60K
- Annual
- $50K+
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Tax
- 15% GGR + 7.5% excise on stakes + WHT on winnings
- Markets
- Kenya
- Tier
- 2
UNVERIFIED — figures for guidance only. As of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator before making licensing decisions.
What works here
Opportunities
- +Sports-betting operators with M-Pesa integration
- +Brands with Kenyan entity and KRA tax registration
- +Groups serving East African players regionally
What to watch
Watch-outs
- !7.5% excise on stakes destroys margin on aggressive sportsbook product
- !Withholding tax on player winnings (currently 20%)
- !Tax framework changes frequently — annual budget risk
Permitted Verticals
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