Bonuses and the law
What the Gambling Control Act and the 2026 advertising regulations say about bonuses and inducements.
- Betting promo codes in Kenya: what they are, and the scams around them
Promo codes link a sign-up to an offer or an affiliate. No Kenyan law requires one for a lawful bonus, and sites asking for PINs or fees are a red flag.
- Can betting bonuses be advertised in Kenya? What the law requires
Yes, with the regulator's approval under s.87. Bonus adverts must carry licence details and safety wording, and may not use a call to action.