Responsible gambling

Think of gambling as spending on entertainment. Results are random, and over time the operator keeps an advantage.

Set limits before you start

• Avoid playing when you are upset, tired or have been drinking.
• Never borrow money or use credit to play.
• Decide how much you can afford to lose: money meant for entertainment, not for rent, food, school fees or loans.
• Set a time limit for each session and stop when it is reached.

Warning signs

Watch for these signs:

• chase losses with bigger bets;
• spend more money or time than you planned;
• gamble to forget about worries;
• borrow money or miss bills because of gambling;
• feel the need to keep gambling secret;

Ways to stay in control

• Self-exclusion: closing your account for months or years.
• Reality checks: reminders of how long you have played and how much you have spent.
• Cooling-off period: a short break that locks the account.

Where to get help

Free, confidential support is available:

• GambleAware: information and tools for safer gambling.
• Gamblers Anonymous: peer support groups.
• Gambling Regulatory Authority of Kenya: check a licence or file a complaint.
• A doctor, a counsellor or someone you trust can also help.

Under 18? Not allowed

Gambling is illegal for anyone under 18. Keep your login details private and never let children use your accounts.