Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board
The Western Cape is the primary licensing hub for online bookmakers in South Africa, with an on-demand licensing regime that has made it home to most of the country's major betting operators.
Contact Details
| Board | Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board |
| Legislation | Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act 4 of 1996 |
| Address | 100 Fairway Close, Parow, Cape Town, 7500 |
| Phone | 021 480 7400 |
| Info@wcgrb.co.za | |
| Website | www.wcgrb.co.za |
| CEO | Primo Abrahams |
| Chairperson | Claude Bassuday |
Quick Stats
Licensed Operators
Powers and Functions
Issues and regulates all gambling licences in the Western Cape. Operates the most active online bookmaker licensing regime in SA (ad hoc/on-demand). Uniquely requires pre-approval of all advertising by licensees. Conducts compliance inspections and manages self-exclusion registrations.
Licence Types Issued
How to Check a Bookmaker's Licence
Visit wcgrb.co.za or contact the WCGRB at 021 480 7400 or Enquiries.Licensing@wcgrb.co.za. The WCGRB maintains detailed records of all licensees. Licensed operators must display their licence details on their websites.
How to File a Complaint
Email Enquiries.Compliance@wcgrb.co.za or call 021 480 7400. The WCGRB has a dedicated compliance division that investigates player complaints. Provide operator details, transaction records, and a detailed description of the issue.
Recent Developments
The WCGRB remains the primary hub for online bookmaker licensing, with most major national operators holding Western Cape licences. The Board continues its active ad-hoc licensing programme.