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How to Buy Jackpot Tickets in Kenya: Complete Guide

Jackpot Sites Compared

SportPesaMost popular in Kenya
★4.5
Min: KSH 99Payout: Fast (24-72hrs)📱 App 💬 SMS
MidweekMegaGrand
BetikaGreat bonuses
★4.2
Min: KSH 99Payout: Fast (24-48hrs)📱 App 💬 SMS
MidweekGrand
BetWayInternational brand
★4
Min: KSH 100Payout: Medium (48hrs)📱 App
Super Jackpot
Odibets
★3.9
Min: KSH 50Payout: Fast (24hrs)📱 App
Daily Jackpot
mCHEZA
★3.8
Min: KSH 50Payout: Medium (48-72hrs)📱 App 💬 SMS
Weekly Jackpot

How to Buy SportPesa Jackpot Tickets

Method 1: Mobile App (Easiest)

Step 1: Download SportPesa app (Google Play or Apple App Store)

Step 2: Register with your phone number

Step 3: Deposit via M-Pesa:

  • Click "Deposit"
  • Enter amount (minimum KSh 50)
  • Confirm M-Pesa prompt
  • Funds appear instantly

Step 4: Select jackpot (Mega or Midweek)

Step 5: Make your predictions (1=Home, X=Draw, 2=Away)

Step 6: Use double chance if desired (costs multiply by 2 per game)

Step 7: Confirm and submit (KSh 99 per entry)

Method 2: SMS (No App Needed)

Format: MJP#1X22222XXXX11XX12

Breakdown:

  • MJP = Mega Jackpot
  • # = Separator
  • Then 17 predictions: 1 (Home), X (Draw), 2 (Away)

Example:

MJP#1X12X221X2X1X2X12

Send to: 79079

Cost: KSh 99 deducted from M-Pesa automatically

Confirmation: You'll receive SMS confirmation with slip number

Method 3: USSD (Feature Phones)

Dial: *790#

Follow prompts:

  1. Select "Jackpot"
  2. Choose Mega or Midweek
  3. Enter predictions
  4. Confirm M-Pesa payment

Perfect for: Users without smartphones

How to Buy Betika Jackpot Tickets

Method 1: Mobile App

Step 1: Download Betika app

Step 2: Register and verify ID

Step 3: Deposit via M-Pesa (minimum KSh 10)

Step 4: Select jackpot type:

  • Grand Jackpot (17 games, KSh 49-99)
  • Midweek Jackpot (15 games, KSh 15)

Step 5: Make predictions

Step 6: Submit

Method 2: SMS

Format: Similar to SportPesa

Send to: 29090

Cost: Varies by jackpot type (KSh 15-99)

Method 3: USSD

Dial: *644#

Follow prompts for jackpot betting

How to Buy Odibets Laki Tatu Tickets

Method 1: Mobile App

Step 1: Download Odibets app (2.8MB - smallest!)

Step 2: Register

Step 3: Deposit via M-Pesa (minimum KSh 10)

Step 4: Select "Laki Tatu" (daily 10-game jackpot)

Step 5: Make 10 predictions

Step 6: Submit (KSh 15 per entry)

Method 2: SMS

Send to: 29680

Cost: KSh 15

M-Pesa Deposit Guide

SportPesa M-Pesa Paybill

Paybill: 955100
Account: Your phone number
Amount: Minimum KSh 50

Betika M-Pesa Paybill

Paybill: 290290
Account: Your phone number
Amount: Minimum KSh 10

Odibets M-Pesa Paybill

Paybill: 290680
Account: Your phone number
Amount: Minimum KSh 10

Important: Deposits are instant. If delayed, contact customer support.

Double Chance Explained

What it is: Covering 2 outcomes on a single game

Example:

  • Normal bet: Pick "1" (Home) = 1 combination
  • Double chance: Pick "1X" (Home or Draw) = 2 combinations

Cost impact:

  • Each double chance game doubles your total stake
  • 3 double chance games = 8 total combinations (2^3)
  • 5 double chance games = 32 total combinations (2^5)

When to use: Only on games where two outcomes have similar probability (e.g., odds within 0.40 of each other)

Learn more: How to Increase Your Jackpot Chances

Ticket Costs Comparison

| Platform | Jackpot Type | Games | Entry Cost | Double Chance Impact | |----------|--------------|-------|------------|---------------------| | SportPesa | Mega | 17 | KSh 99 | × 2^n | | SportPesa | Midweek | 13 | KSh 99 | × 2^n | | Betika | Grand | 17 | KSh 49-99 | × 2^n | | Betika | Midweek | 15 | KSh 15 | × 2^n | | Odibets | Laki Tatu | 10 | KSh 15 | × 2^n | | Shabiki | Mbao | 17 | KSh 20 | × 2^n | | BetLion | Goliath | 20 | KSh 100 | × 2^n |

n = number of double chance games used

Common Mistakes When Buying Tickets

Mistake 1: Not Checking Slip Before Submitting

Always review your picks. Once submitted, you can't change them.

Mistake 2: Using Too Many Double Chance Picks

Using 10 double chance on a 17-game slip costs KSh 101,376. Most bettors should use 3-5 maximum.

Mistake 3: Buying Multiple Random Slips

Better to research ONE quality slip than buy 10 random ones.

Mistake 4: Forgetting to Check Results

Set reminders! Many winners discover they won days later.

Mistake 5: Not Saving Slip Number

Always screenshot or write down your slip number for verification.

SMS Shortcuts

SportPesa:

  • Results: Send anything to 79079
  • Balance: Send "BAL" to 79079
  • Withdraw: Send "W#Amount#M-Pesa PIN" to 79079

Betika:

  • Results: Send "RESULTS" to 29090
  • Balance: Send "BAL" to 29090

Odibets:

  • Results: Send "RESULTS" to 29680
  • Balance: Send "BAL" to 29680

"Bila Bundles" Zero-Data Betting (Safaricom Only)

What it is: Bet without data or airtime

How it works:

  1. Dial *790# (SportPesa) or *644# (Betika)
  2. Make predictions
  3. Payment via M-Pesa (not airtime)
  4. No data bundles needed

Perfect for: Rural areas, users without smartphones, those saving data

Withdrawal Process

After You Win

Step 1: Check if you won (via app, SMS, or USSD)

Step 2: Verify slip number

Step 3: For large wins (KSh 100K+), contact customer support first

Step 4: Withdraw to M-Pesa:

  • Via app: Click "Withdraw"
  • Via SMS: Send withdrawal code
  • Via USSD: Follow prompts

Step 5: Pay 5% tax on withdrawal (automatic deduction)

Step 6: Receive M-Pesa confirmation

Timeline: Small wins (under KSh 100K) = instant. Large wins = 24-72 hours for verification.

Read complete financial planning: What to Do with Jackpot Money

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