This archive report was first published on 6 August 2020.
Kenya's sports betting industry is on the cusp of a significant shift with the entry of Triple 5bet, a new company backed by British billionaire investors.
Having received the green light from the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), Triple 5bet is poised to revolutionize the market with its international gaming experience.
At the helm of this new venture is Operations Manager Jack Spencer, who revealed that the company has partnered with one of the largest betting outlets in the UK.
This partnership is expected to bring a plethora of benefits to Kenyan punters, including the largest ever jackpot payout, which could range from Ksh100 million to Ksh500 million.
For context, a UK resident once won nearly Ksh300 million with a Ksh1.50 bet in an English Premier League match in 2001.
Triple 5bet promises to bring this level of excitement to Kenya through its vast array of sports, quality odds, free bets, virtual games, and live gaming.
The company will also provide the latest sporting news and cutting-edge analysis, empowering punters to make informed decisions.
Furthermore, Triple 5bet's UK partners are in talks with various sporting teams in Kenya, exploring possibilities of sponsorship.
According to Spencer, the focus is on grassroots teams, with the aim of honing sporting talent and providing young sportspeople with a path to livelihood and sporting glory.
