SportPesa glossary: casino terms explained
From rollover to self-exclusion: short definitions in plain words.
Bonus vocabulary
The bonus terms are full of jargon, but only a handful of words really matter. With the 100% up to KES 76,000 + 50 free spins welcome package and 35x wagering, the terms below are not theory.
- Rollover (wagering): the multiplier applied to a bonus before it can be withdrawn; here 35x within 30 days
- Contribution rate: the share of a bet counted toward wagering; slots usually count in full, tables much less
- Cashback: part of your losses returned, here 10% on a weekly basis
- Locked balance: bonus credit kept separate from real money until wagering is done
- Spins: free rounds on a nominated game, whose winnings must be wagered
- Max bet: the highest stake allowed while a bonus is active
Each offer has its own terms, so always check the conditions page for the exact figures. How the multiplier works in practice is shown in how the rollover works.
Slot terms
Open the info screen of any slot and you will meet these terms. Understanding them makes game choice much easier. Progressive jackpots add a few terms of their own, covered in a separate guide.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| RTP | The share of all stakes a game returns in theory, over millions of rounds |
| Variance | How evenly a game pays, from frequent small wins to rare big ones |
| Megaways | Reels that change size every spin, creating shifting win lines |
| Growing jackpot | A pot fed by a slice of each stake until it drops |
| Pay table | The list of symbol values and features |
| Buy feature | Direct purchase of the bonus feature |
Other terms on the reels
Scatters pay regardless of position and frequently start the feature. A wild substitutes for other symbols to complete a winning line. Hit frequency describes how regularly a game pays out. A demo is a free version of the game for practice.
Banking vocabulary
Payment pages have their own vocabulary. Timing, checks and limits cover most of them.
Processing time: the period between your request and the payment, at SportPesa 12 hours to 3 business days. Pending: the request is sent and waiting for approval. KYC, or know your customer: the identity check with ID and proof of address.
Minimum cashout: the lowest amount accepted for a withdrawal, KES 100. Daily withdrawal cap: $10,000 per day. Account currency: the currency your balance is held in, chosen at registration, in most cases KES for players in Kenya.
Deposit method rule: withdrawals usually go back to the method used for the deposit. The full payout process is covered in our withdrawal guide.
Crypto terms
Crypto payments bring their own terms, and SportPesa supports 14 coins. They matter more than with ordinary payments. Crypto payments are covered step by step in a separate guide.
Gas fee: the charge the blockchain takes for a transfer. Confirmation: the network's approval of a transfer, needed before a deposit is credited. Blockchain network: the route a coin travels, and choosing the wrong one can lose the funds.
Wallet address: the string you send coins to, always pasted or scanned rather than typed. Stablecoin: a coin pegged to a fiat currency to avoid price swings. Transaction ID: the unique reference of a transfer, handy when tracing a payment.
Words about your account
These words come up in security settings and support chats. Every term here points to an easy precaution. The official SportPesa site and its mirrors are described in a guide of their own.
2FA: two-factor authentication, a second login step on top of the password. Official domain: the address the operator itself publishes. Phishing means fake pages or messages designed to capture your data.
Login history: the list of recent sign-ins to your account, useful for spotting unknown access. Operating company:. The padlock next to the address means data travels encrypted. Licence: the authorisation under which the casino operates, here from Anjouan (Union of Comoros).
Responsible gaming terms
These features exist to protect players. You can activate them in your profile or ask the team. The full review of SportPesa covers these tools in the security section.
Deposit limit: the most you allow yourself to deposit over a period. Reality check: a pop-up showing how long you have played. A time-out blocks access for a chosen short period.
Self-exclusion period: closing the account to yourself for a set time. Once active, it normally stays in place until the period ends. If gambling stops being fun, these tools and independent help services are there for you.
First deposit bonus
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Conditions
18+. Bonus subject to 35x wagering within 30 days; max bet and excluded games apply. Play responsibly.