Online betting and bookmakers in Togo

The Togolese are crazy about gambling. Every day, tickets are snapped up at kiosks, slot machines operate until late at night, and online betting is gradually attracting more and more people. Here’s an overview.

Is betting legal in Togo?

Generally speaking, the Togolese National Lottery (LONATO) is responsible for organising and regulating the gambling sector, in accordance with the general conditions laid down by law. This includes competitions, public lotteries, games of chance and all forms of betting.

Internationally, several online gambling platforms have reportedly blocked Togo because of the new UK regulations. These require bookmakers applying for a UK licence to provide a list of the countries in which they operate, as well as legal validation of their local activities. In the case of Togo, the situation remains ambiguous, as there are no specific regulations on online betting, yet sites holding the UK licence still accept Togolese.

Where can Togolese people bet?

Naturally, LONATO offers various types of games to its citizens, such as Lotto 5/90, scratch cards, PMU’TG for horse racing and football betting. All the offers appear on the company’s website. In the land-based gaming sector, LYDIA LUDIC TOGO is the leader in slot machines, with a total of 104 gaming areas across the country. In partnership with LONATO, the company has set up a sports betting system, focusing mainly on football, on mobile phones. The service, called ‘Bettymovil Africa’, allows players with a special prepaid card to make their predictions and bets by text message. The result is then texted to them at the end of the match. Their winnings will be credited to their account and can be collected from Lydia Ludic or LONATO kiosks.

As far as foreign bookmakers are concerned, 1xBet is one of the sites that allow Togolese entries. Its comprehensive range of sports guarantees that you will find bets in the disciplines that interest you. There is a rich programme all year round, including major football competitions and other sports such as rugby and basketball. You can also sign up to 22Bet to take advantage of its bonuses, promotions and high odds.