Audio By Vocalize
Football and other sports have become more and more linked to mobile technology in Kenya. You can do things such as checking the fixtures, viewing live scores, and placing bets using your mobile phone. One thing that has played a huge role in this transformation is the Mpesa mobile payments system, which has brought about the mobile money revolution in Kenya.
This has had an impact on how users engage with betting sites online as well. You don't have to go to betting shops anymore or even use your bank card for the transaction; you just use your phone to transact. This has brought the world of sports betting closer to the sports world.
Why Mpesa matters to Kenyan sports bettors
Mpesa has become a familiar payment method for Kenyans who regularly send money, pay bills, and purchase goods through their phones. Its role in online sports betting follows the same pattern.
