About Shabiki Kenya
Shabiki Kenya is a licensed sports betting and online casino platform operated by PlayCo Technology Ltd. The platform holds BCLB Licence BK00000671 and Public Gaming Licence PG0000428, issued by the Betting Control and Licensing Board of Kenya. Kenyan players in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret access Shabiki through the web browser or the Android app, depositing and withdrawing exclusively through local payment channels including M-Pesa Paybill 290063, T-Kash and Equitel Money.
Shabiki Kenya at a glance
History and product development
Shabiki Kenya entered the Kenyan betting market as a sportsbook focused on football, targeting bettors who follow Kenya Premier League fixtures alongside European competitions. Over time the product expanded to include an online casino with slots from Pragmatic Play, NetEnt and Play'n GO, crash games from Spribe and SmartSoft Gaming, and a live dealer section powered by Evolution Gaming. The Aviator crash game by Spribe was added to the casino catalogue and became one of the most-played titles in Kenya within the first year of its regional rollout, largely because its real-time multiplier mechanic suits short mobile sessions.
The platform launched a dedicated Android app as mobile internet usage in Kenya passed 85% of total web sessions. The APK file is available for direct download from the Shabiki website because Google Play Store policies restrict real-money gambling apps in certain regions. The app replicates the full browser functionality including live betting, cashout, M-Pesa deposits and casino games, all within an interface sized for the 5.5-inch to 6.7-inch screens that are most common among Kenyan smartphone users.
Payment integration was built around M-Pesa from the start, recognising that over 32 million Kenyans use M-Pesa as their primary financial account. T-Kash (Telkom Kenya) and Equitel Money (Equity Bank) were added later to reach customers in areas where Safaricom network coverage is weaker, particularly in parts of western Kenya near Kisumu and in the Rift Valley. Visa and Mastercard card deposits were introduced for users who hold bank accounts with international card issuance.
Payment methods and processing times
All deposit and withdrawal transactions on Shabiki Kenya are processed in Kenyan Shillings. The minimum deposit amount is Ksh 10 across all supported methods. Withdrawal processing times differ by method and are measured from the moment the withdrawal request is confirmed in your account.
| Method | Type | Min deposit | Withdrawal time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M-Pesa (Paybill 290063) | Deposit & Withdrawal | Ksh 10 | Under 15 min | Most widely used in Kenya |
| T-Kash | Deposit & Withdrawal | Ksh 10 | Under 30 min | Telkom Kenya network |
| Equitel Money | Deposit & Withdrawal | Ksh 10 | Under 30 min | Equity Bank customers |
| Visa / Mastercard | Deposit only | Ksh 200 | N/A | Card deposits, no card withdrawal |
| Bank Transfer | Withdrawal | N/A | 1–3 business days | Available for larger amounts |
| Tether (USDT) | Deposit & Withdrawal | Ksh 500 equivalent | Under 1 hour | Converted at rate confirmed at transaction time |
Withdrawals above Ksh 70,000 require completed KYC verification. KYC is completed by submitting a copy of your national ID or passport through your account portal. The verification team processes documents within 2 hours during standard business hours, 8 AM to 8 PM East Africa Time.