Responsible Gambling in South Africa: Tools and Support

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Gambling should be fun and controlled. Use the tools below to stay safe.

Know your limits

  • Bet only what you can afford to lose.
  • Set deposit and loss limits in your account settings (see Payments & Budgets).

Practical budgeting tips

  • Use a separate wallet for leisure spend.
  • Track every deposit and cashout in a spreadsheet.
  • Avoid chasing losses and long late-night sessions.

Self-exclusion and time-outs

  • If gambling stops being fun, consider a time-out or self-exclusion.
  • Close loopholes: remove saved cards and delete shortcuts.

Free support resources in SA

  • National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP)
  • Local counselling services (check provincial listings)
  • Anonymous support groups (e.g., GA meetings)

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