Iudara

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
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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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