One of the largest African bookmakers, Fortebet, set up shop in Zambia in 2020 opening its first location and simultaneously going live online. Locally licensed, the betting site boasts a good range of betting options extending to over 15 sports, of which football is the most preferred one. What made the bookie especially popular among local punters however are value-added features like the welcome bonus, VIP Club, and cash-back system.
The key point of this overview is to introduce you in detail to all of this, giving you a good overview of what the sportsbook has to offer in the local market.
Account Registration (Sign-up Steps)
To register on Fortebet Zambia, you will need to provide general information, such as name, ID card number, mobile phone number, email address, and date of birth.
Once you do that and hit the Register button, you will receive a confirmation message with your login details on your phone.
It is important to show your ID at any Fortebet branch to verify your account and finalize the registration. Only then will you be able to place a wager online and benefit from all the features of the sportsbook.
Starting Bonus, VIP & Cashback
Fortebet offers a good range of perks and deals to its customers in Zambia, starting with its rather unique welcome bonus. Placing an accumulator bet of five legs or more, with a minimum stake of 20 ZMW, will ensure you get 100% of the withholding tax on your winnings. For the selected three games, you are also guaranteed the chance of getting 50% of the tax, and for the selected one or two games, you are thus ensured 25% of the tax.
There is also an ongoing cashback deal. It works like so. If you lose a bet with at least 5 legs, 1.5+ odds, 10 ZMW minimum stake, and 25+ total odds by a single miss, you will get your money back within 24 hours.
Lastly, all Zambian punters can join the Fortebet VIP Member Club. For every online bet you place, you will earn points according to the number of matches you have bet on. You can then redeem points with free bets—the more, the merrier. 1 point is equivalent to 1 ZMW. Points will be earned when topping up the account using the VIP Club Card.
Fortebet Online Sportsbook
The sportsbook of Fortebet offers excellent sports and league coverage, ensuring that Zambian punters can bet on all the important events. The available sports include football, basketball, tennis, and more niche options like snooker and volleyball. Major international competitions and local leagues are covered, providing diverse betting opportunities.
Aligned with Fortebet’s extensive sports and league offerings are dozens of betting markets. You can bet on whether the home or away team will score, the number of goals in the first half, or the total goals for either team.
Other popular markets include “Draw No Bet,” where you back either team to win and get your stake returned if the match ends in a draw. You can also combine full-time results with total match goals or both teams to score for higher odds. For example, you might bet on Qarabag to win with under 1.5 total goals or Ludogorets to win with over 2.5 goals. These varied markets allow punters to tailor their bets to specific match conditions and potential outcomes, enhancing the overall betting experience for local punters.
Virtual Sports & Slots
Fortebet combines online betting with virtual sports and slot games, offering Zambian punters a comprehensive gaming experience. Virtual sports feature fast-paced, simulated matches that start every five minutes, allowing bets on final results, total goals, and both teams to score. Popular matchups like V-Inter vs. V-Lazio, V-Real Madrid vs. V-Villarreal, and V-Marseille vs. V-Lyon provide dynamic betting opportunities with evolving odds for half-time scores and correct score predictions.
Fortebet’s slot games include “War of the Titans,” “Rich Fish,” and “Smiling Joker II.” “War of the Titans” immerses players in a mythological battle with symbols of warriors and creatures, offering high winning potential. “Rich Fish” features a vibrant aquatic theme with high volatility, free spins, and multiplier-awarding bonuses. “Smiling Joker II” blends classic gaming elements with modern twists, using the Joker as a wild symbol, traditional fruit symbols, and fast gameplay with bonus rounds and respins.
Fortebet on Mobile
Fortebet offers a top-notch mobile betting experience, allowing users to wager on the go via their mobile browsers. This means you can place bets anytime, anywhere without the need for additional app downloads. The mobile site performs exceptionally well, providing quick access to various sports and betting markets. The mobile platform is easy to navigate, secure for transactions, and includes all the features available on the desktop version. This makes it highly convenient and accessible for all local users, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable betting experience.
Account Funding Options
The sportsbook provides easy depositing in Zambia. It allows the depositing of money into clients’ online accounts from any of the bookie’s branches by using the Client In option. Cash payments are instant and are free of fees. The top-up amount ranges between a minimum of 5 ZMW and up to 10,000 ZMW.
You can also deposit money via MTN or Zamtel directly from your mobile phone. In that case, the minimum deposit is 2 ZMW, and the maximum is 10,000 ZMW. This usually takes three minutes and is also free.
You can also withdraw through the same methods, hence freedom and flexibility with your money.
Contacts
You can reach Fortebet on the following in case of inquiries or need help:
- 0960 642 226
- 0960 640 224
- info@fortebet.co.zm