Signing up

With Hollywoodbets, FICA verification is a must. Be sure to have your identification on hand. Have your camera ready for a selfie and have your ID card or passport on hand to take a pic and send it forth. Apps are available for Android, IOS and Huawei. A nice feature from Hollywoodbets is a data free app and mobile website. Be sure not to create your password through Google, as this might pose a problem without data.

Navigating Hollywoodbets

The website feels like it was designed by a person with adhd and then someone just said, ‘’Ag it’s okay.” Navigation works, but it’s extremely busy. There are too many menus and buttons fighting for attention. You will find what you are looking for eventually, but it feels like a scavenger hunt.

First time offers and promotions 

• You receive a R25 Bonus and 50 free spins(on certain Habanero games) upon signing up. It must be used within 24 hours. The R25 bonus can be played on Sports betting or Lucky numbers.

In comparison to their competitors, it’s a bit on the meagre side of the scale.. It’s like they’re saying, we’ve done the sponsors, we’ve got the hype, the ambassadors are in the bag……. Join us if you want.

Other promotions 

• Refer a friend bonus: Refer a friend and receive a R50 bonus to bet or withdraw.
• Soccer money back: Stand a chance of winning up to 10 times your money back if you lose on the last leg of a soccer multiples bet.
• Soccer bonus bonanza: betting on multiple soccer markets will earn you a bonus percentage depending on the amount of legs in your accumulator.

There are also a host of different promotions that are updated monthly. Be sure to check all promotions on site.

Sports betting 

• Sport variety: Let’s give credit where it’s due. Hollywoodbets offers a huge range of sports betting markets. Whether it be from Soccer to Cricket or any obscure sport you can think of, Hollywoodbets has it all.

• Horse racing: This is bread and butter for Hollywoodbets. They started off selling tips for horse racing. Here they wear the crown without dispute!

• Fantasy go: Test your sports knowledge and pick virtual teams of real players to compete. Fantasy contests are available for football, rugby, cricket and F1.

• Live sports betting: Place bets as the game is underway in a variety of different sports.

• E sports: All the major gaming tournaments are offered such as League of legends, Dota2, Starcraft2 and Overwatch to name a few.

Slot games

Hollywoodbets offers thousands of different slot and casino games from world class developers. If you prefer more old school type games or more modern feature rich games, you’ll be sure to find whatever meets your fancy. Some popular titles include:

• Gates of Olympus from Pragmatic Play

• Hot Hot fruit from Habanero

• 777 Strike from Evolution

• Lucky score from Spinomenal

• Flaming chillies from Booming Games

• Immortal fruits from NoLimit City

From old to new there’s great variety, there is even a host of titles that are exclusive to Hollywoodbets. Be sure to look for games that participate in the weekly and daily jackpot pool and stand a chance for big winnings.

Other gaming options 

The list for sports and slot games are pretty overwhelming. Most online betting enthusiasts would be happy with that alone. Hollywoodbets keeps it going with so much more.

• Live dealer games: Just like stepping into the casino. Play against live dealers and live players in real time.

• First person dealer games: Here you can play at your pace without the live interaction of the dealer and other players.

• Great selection: whether it be Blackjack, Poker, Roulette, Baccarat or Craps. There’s also a selection of game shows like Deal or no deal, Treasure island and Crazy time to name a few.

• Lucky numbers: Place some bets on lottery outcomes from around the world.

• Crash games: There’s a good range here. Most should be familiar with the popular Aviator game from Spribe. Several more titles are available under this exciting category.

• Scratch cards: Buy some scratch cards and go for that jackpot. Games range from 25c up to R10.

• Virtual sports: The outcomes of virtual sport are completely algorithm based. Factors like form or previous results do not come into play. The experience is closer to casino betting rather than actual sport betting as the results are completely random.

Payment options 

Most methods of payment are available. All the leading banking institutions are on board. Transactions are also available via crypto currency. Withdrawals are typically in your account within 24 to 48 hours. Your funds can also be withdrawn at any Hollywoodbets branch.

Licensing and regulations  

Hollywoodbets is registered with the Western Cape gambling and racing board, Kwazulu Natal gambling board, Gauteng gambling board, Limpopo gambling board and Mpumulanga economic regulator. Hollywoodbets supports the national responsible gambling program.

Help and support

When you run into problems, help and support is an important factor. You can contact help through:

• 24/7 online chat.

• Email support: HWHelpine@hollywoodbets.net

• Telephone: 087 353 7634 (this is not toll free) It will cost you money to have your problem sorted out.

• Social media: available on Facebook, X (Twitter) or Instagram

• Nearest Hollywoodbets branch: If you prefer real world interaction, visit your nearest Hollywoodbets branch.

Final Thoughts 

If variety is the spice of life, Hollywoodbets must be that Mother in law masala! (Their roots stem from KZN afterall). They’ve pretty much got whatever you want. If you love horse racing, and can become accustomed to fighting the purple maze, Hollywoodbets is the place to go.

This is also a company with a heart. The Hollywood foundation ploughs back into the community with key initiatives that sponsor local rugby, soccer and cricket teams along with many other campaigns. The amount of teams, sports arenas and race tracks that are sponsored around the country far outweigh any efforts made by their opposition. I would much rather support a business that gives back, as opposed to one that lines their pockets with fat profits. Why not sign up with Hollywoodbets and be part of something that wants to make South Africa great.