Goldrush Review South Africa
Licence and Regulatory Status
NGB Verified
Our verdict
Goldrush holds a Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER) bookmaker licence as its primary provincial authorisation and holds licences across 8 provinces (WC, GP, NW, KZN, EC, FS, NC, MP), confirmed on the NGB verified-operators portal. The licensed entity is Goldrush Group (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Goldrush Holdings Ltd. The welcome offer is a casino bundle of up to R25,000 plus 300 free spins across multiple deposits (25-30x wagering requirement, 7-day expiry, min deposit R25, promo code NEWBONUS); there's no dedicated sports welcome bonus at time of review. The platform covers 10 sports markets with live betting, cash out, and a mobile app; note live streaming and horse racing aren't available per listed features.
What we verified
- Licence checked against NGB verified-operators portal: MER bookmaker licence (Mpumalanga primary); entity: Goldrush Group (Pty) Ltd (subsidiary of JSE-listed Goldrush Holdings Ltd); licences confirmed in 8 provinces
- Note: the page previously listed Northern Cape Gambling Board as the primary regulator; correct primary regulator is Mpumalanga (MER)
- Welcome bonus terms checked on the promotions page: casino bundle up to R25,000 + 300 free spins, 25-30x wagering, 7-day expiry, min deposit R25, promo code NEWBONUS; no sports-specific welcome bonus at time of review
- Cashier checked for deposit methods: 1Voucher, Capitec Pay, EFT, OTT Voucher, Ozow, SnapScan, Visa, Mastercard; withdrawals via EFT
- Mobile app confirmed; live betting and cash-out confirmed on site
- Live streaming and horse racing not available per listed features
- Responsible gambling tools: not confirmed at time of review; check account settings directly
- Last tested: April 2026
Pros and cons
What we like
- Competitive odds
- Wide markets
- Fast payouts (20min)
- High r5m max payout
Could be better
- Casino-focused bonus (no sports-specific)
- No live streaming/horse racing
- 25-30x wr
Rating breakdown
Payment methods
Deposits are typically instant. Withdrawals via EFT take 24 to 72 hours depending on your bank and FICA verification status.
Sports and markets
Goldrush covers 10 sports with pre-match and in-play markets.
Features
Frequently asked questions
Is Goldrush legal in South Africa?
Yes. Goldrush holds a licence from a South African provincial gambling board, making it a legal operator under the National Gambling Act.
What is the Goldrush promo code?
Use promo code NEWBONUS when signing up to claim the welcome bonus of R25,000.
What is the minimum deposit at Goldrush?
The minimum deposit is R25. Payment methods include 1Voucher, Capitec Pay, EFT, OTT Voucher.
Does Goldrush have a mobile app?
Yes, Goldrush offers a mobile app for Android and iOS.