There’s no question when it comes to just how much Safaricom’s MPESA app has simplified sending, receiving money or just making mobile money transactions. And as usual, other mobile providers such as Airtel and Telkom who like to play catch-up were soon bound to release their own version, or at least Telkom Kenya has. The operator announced a brand-new T-Kash mobile application that can be downloaded on popular app stores such as Google Play, App Store and Huawei App Gallery.
And just as we expected, the new T-Kash mobile app is simplified and aims to aid customers with a smart phone access various services on the go. The app will complement existing options which allow customers to access the same services using USSD codes and through SIM application menu. And while Telkom customers who don’t have a smartphone can still get T-Kash services through a USSD Code *160#, it hasn’t been the easiest method. The T-Kash mobile app will avail more services to users without the need of answering several prompts as is the case with USSD when requesting mobile money services.
Speaking on the development, Telkom Kenya’s Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, Julius CHEPTIONY noted the T-kash App was a culmination of extensive research on evolving customer trends, anchored on the need for simplicity, security, availability, and a diversified service offering. He further acknowledged this led to development of a user-friendly mobile application aimed at simplifying customer’s experience with respect to mobile financial services.
The mobile app will allow Telkom customers to perform simple mobile money transactions such as sending money to a mobile wallet on its network, to an MPESA wallet and soon to an Airtel Money wallet. Additionally, customers can send cash to a bank account, buy airtime and data bundles for their own Telkom lines or for another Telkom customer, pay bills, as well as make withdrawals and deposits at a T-kash agent.
CHEPTIONY further said the T-Kash app will be refined based on customer feedback to incorporate even more services. Customers can register for T-kash at any Telkom shop or at the nearest agent. A customer can dial *234# using their Telkom line to locate the agent nearest to them.
How to download and install T-Kash mobile app
If you have a smartphone on any of the popular platforms – iOS, Android or Huawei, you can download the app from their respective stores.
Kenya’s ICT regulator – The Communications Authority (CA) has announced plans to restrict stolen and counterfeit phones from accessing network service within the country. The move which has long been practiced in western territories such as the United States, aims to deter phone theft in the country by not allowing such devices to access network service. It basically renders stolen phones as paperweights since they cannot function as they were originally intended.
According to the latest statement from the regulator, the Authority plans to develop a comprehensive database that will house all mobile devices in the country, thereby separating legitimate phones from those it considers not genuine denying them access to local network service providers. The Communications Authority plans to put in place a system that will be used by mobile service providers in the country to identify stolen or lost phones and restrict them from accessing services on their networks.
The system will analyze data acquired from various mobile providers to come up with a blacklist as well as a whitelist and a greylist of all devices being used in the country. From this information, the Authority is confident that it will get rid of all illegal and fake mobile phones that have somehow found their way into the local market.
Each mobile phone has a unique identifier dubbed as IMEI number that is used to uniquely identify them. To deny services to such mobile phones, the system will blacklist specific IMEI numbers categorized as either counterfeit or stolen.
The plan is expected to span from various sectors including when phones are being imported into the country. importers will be required to submit IMEI numbers of gadgets entering the country so as to lock out any illegal mobile handsets and other ICT devices from accessing the Kenyan market.
Kenyans in possession of counterfeit and illegal mobile phones will it be notified by various mobile service providers before being denied service. Additionally, operators will be required to put in place systems on their networks that will enable them to integrate with the CA’s management system which would be integrated with the global IMEI database.
The Winter Olympics is coming – in February, athletes from around the world will gather in Beijing, China, to compete in disciplines like ice hockey, figure skating, snowboarding, and curling.
As a major sporting event, the Winter Olympics also inspired online casino game developers to launch their winter sports or generally winter-themed slot machines around this time. Here is a selection of games you can play as a way to prepare for – and honour – the upcoming Olympic Games
Break Away Deluxe (Microgaming)
One of the most popular winter sports in the world, ice hockey, attracts millions of viewers each year, especially in the Nordic region – it has a devout following in Canada, Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Russia. And, of course, at online casinos.
“Break Away Deluxe” is a popular online slot machine paying homage to ice hockey. All its symbols are hockey-related but this is not the only thing that makes it great – it’s the atmosphere. “Break Away Deluxe” has all the noises and sounds you would hear at the rink – the murmur and cheering of the crowd, and most importantly the diapason, the organ routinely used during ice hockey matches to serve as background music for what’s happening on the ice.
Frozen Diamonds (Rabcat)
Rabcat is a game development studio wearing many hats. On the one hand, it works as a character and asset designer for video games. On the other, it builds some of the most beautiful slot machines in the industry. One of them is Frozen Diamonds.
Frozen Diamonds is a classic slot machine with five reels, 20 win lines, and a chilling atmosphere. It comes with goodies like stacked wilds, tons of free spins, and an extra gamble game where players can multiply their winnings.
It is beautiful in its simplicity and entertaining to play, especially during the Winter Olympics.
Legend of the Ice Dragon (Play’n GO)
Finally, here’s a game that has nothing to do with sports but everything to do with dragons – a symbol of power and wisdom in China. And, of course, the cold of winter – it’s a dragon that breathes ice instead of fire, after all.
Play’n GO, known for its beautiful and entertaining games, has outdone itself with the Ice Dragon slot. It is a cluster slot machine, with no traditional win lines but symbols disappearing from the screen as they touch horizontally or vertically, reminiscent of the popular “match-3” games. The game also comes with extra features and goodies – frozen features like Hailstorm, Avalanche, and Blizzard, along with bonuses that involve the dragon’s freezing tail.
Legend of the Ice Dragon by Play’n GO is the perfect winter slot for fantasy lovers and those who can hardly wait for the Winter Olympics to begin.
Kenya’s sole power distributor – Kenya Power, plans to connect Kenyan rural homes with high-speed internet soon. The parastatal which has faced increasing pressure to improve its services and diversify them as a way to move away from loss making, is currently exploring options of connecting homes in Kenya’s underserved remote areas with internet to capitalize on the increasing uptake within the country. This of course will increase revenue streams from just supplying electricity to other segments of the economy.
Looking at the current service providers such as Zuku and JTL, Kenya Power has both the muscle in terms of infrastructure and finances to implement the project. The Electricity supplier has a couple of fibre-optic cables attached on its transmission poles that it leases to other service providers. This basically means it can utilize existing infrastructure and extend to areas where it doesn’t have them to effectively connect several areas within the country with internet.
Additionally, Kenya Power has in recent times increased power distribution to thousands of homes in rural areas, a development that can come in handy in it’s ambitions to also extend internet connection as a service to them.
Many parts in Kenya are yet to have reliable fixed internet connections despite some of them hosting large organizations that are left to rely on satellite or mobile broadband to access internet connection. The move is therefore expected to put pressure on existing providers such as Wananchi Group, Telkom Kenya, Kenya Data Networks, Safaricom, Jamii Telecoms, Access Kenya and Essar Telecoms, in a market segment they’ve enjoyed for quite some time now.
As of now, internet service providers in the country have been relying on Kenya Power’s expansive power transmission network to get access to the nearly eight million electricity customers and substantially reduce the cost of expensive infrastructure support involving the digging of trenches to lay terrestrial cables.
The power distributor still gets enormous amount in revenue from internet service providers such as in 2010, where it signed a 20-year lease agreement worth $3.8 million (Sh421 million) with Safaricom for use of a pair of fibre cables as well as Wananchi Group and Jamii Telecommunications with each signing five-year leases worth a total of $3.6 million (Sh403 million).
Online casino gaming is something that is becoming very popular around the world right now. While Europe has long been a thriving market for this industry, other places are quickly catching up. The USA for example is starting to see more and more states make online gaming for real money legal. Africa too is seeing the demand for online casino gaming rise with countries such as Kenya and South Africa leading the way.
If you like to play these kinds of games over the internet, you will know that the platform you choose to play on is key. Picking the right casino site not only keeps your details safe but ensures you get access to a wide range of games and the best bonuses. When you add the in top-class customer support the best iGaming sites offer, it is obvious why choosing the best platform is so crucial.
While you might have a favourite place to play, it is often worth keeping an eye out for newer iGaming sites. This can help you take advantage of better bonuses, advances in web design and a wider range of games. But which are the best new online casinos you might not have heard of? At the online casino portal Onlinegamblingsa.com you will get an overview, but they have also helped us compile a new list for you, our reader, to take advantage of. We have boiled them down to these 3 that we think you should check out:
Casino Purple
This is one of the freshest and best new casinos to consider. The purple-centric design is certainly colourful and helps give the site a fun feel. The Welcome Bonus for new players is very good here which is another reason to try it out. In order to keep your money and details safe, this site uses SSL tech and follows a rigorous privacy policy.
While this site might have only been set up in 2020, it has built a reputation for transparency and its RNG tech has been verified as fair by independent reviewers. It is also a platform which is fully regulated and licensed for extra peace of mind when playing. With excellent customer support and a range of games including slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, baccarat and more, it is a new casino which is worth a closer look.
Hippozino Casino
Despite the name, this casino is not backed by a wildlife or safari theme. This does not matter however as it is still well-designed and sensibly laid out. The dark background gels well with the brighter game thumbnails creating a fun environment to play in. It is also a site which is open to most players worldwide – with people from South Africa, the UK, various EU countries and India being particularly welcome.
The range of payment methods is very good here too and crypto fans will be pleased to see Bitcoin is accepted. In addition, this platform carries over 1,000 games from top developers like NetEnt and Microgaming. If you fancy looking past the big names there are also games from smaller studios like Provision Gaming. With a very good loyalty program for players and a reputation for fairness, this is a newer casino platform which has a lot to offer.
Unique Casino
If you are looking for new casinos to play at which you might not have seen before, this is a top choice. It really stands out from the crowd due to its high-end, luxurious theme. In line with this, the layout is clean and easy to navigate. As a fully mobile optimized site, Unique Casino is perfect for those who like to play on the move via devices such as the Tecno Camon 17.
Although the only standard currency accepted is Euros, this is another casino which allows you to play with crypto. This iGaming site is also fully licensed and uses the latest tech to keep your money safe. As you would expect, the range of games is very good here and there are even Live Dealer titles to try. With a handy FAQ page when you need help and a nice Welcome Bonus, it is a casino that packs a punch.
New casinos are worth trying out
Humans love routine and things that are familiar to them. For this reason, you might have been playing at the same casino site for a while now. While this is understandable, it is often worth looking around for new platforms to game at which you might not have tried before. This will keep your gaming sessions fresh, stop you getting bored and introduce you to new games or bonus offers. If you need a hand finding new casinos for gaming, hopefully the above has helped.
The Champion’s League is one of the most prestigious trophies on earth, the very pinnacle of club football and the trophy that every player dreams of one day winning with their side. This makes the UCL one of if not the most dramatic football competitions around. The best players, loads of goals and last-minute winners. All the excitement also means that it is one of the most exciting competitions to bet on. So here are, 4 ‘Outright’ tips for the UCL from 10bet.
Outright winner
As always picking a Champions League winner is like picking a needle from a haystack, there are so many potential options and so many reasons to choose them all. So, let’s run through our favourites. Liverpool. The last four seasons have seen Liverpool get to at least the Quarterfinals three times and Klopp’s men have looked brilliant this season qualifying from their group very early. PSG. Any club that has Messi will always be a threat in the Champions League and when the supporting cast looks like Neymar and Mbappe don’t be surprised if PSG get to the final again and maybe even win it. Bayern Muchen. As ever Bayern look deadly in almost every game they play, they’re a club built for the Champions League and whoever beats them will probably win the whole thing. Man City. If there is any club that has tried harder to win the UCL than Man City then we don’t know about them. Pep’s side have been favourites to win the competition for several seasons and last season they were one game away from winning it all, don’t be surprised if they take that final step this season.
Top Goal scorer
There are some obvious names that should never be looked past when choosing a UCL top goal scorer. Last season Haaland won the award by only scoring 11 goals. This season it looks as though the total could be far higher. CR7 even at Man Utd is the competitions top scorer of all time and is always looking to be the star man in every game. Leo Messi another lover of the UCL, big game player and at a club who have looked good in the UCL and could even go all the way. Lewandowski, the man is just a goal machine, getting a goal nearly every game whilst part of a seemingly unstoppable Bayern squad at times. But if you are looking elsewhere maybe take a punt at Sabastian Haller who has been brilliant in the early stages of the UCL and even though we don’t expect Ajax to make it all the way he could bag a lot of goals before they bow out.
Nationality of the winner
The last 4 years has seen two all English finals across 4 different teams, so obviously England is our favourite for this one. Meanwhile, Germany have Bayern and Dortmund with the former being one of the competition favourites. Spain is by no means the powerhouse they once were but with Benzema at the head of Real Madrid, they could be an outside looker. When you see France as an option you are really asking if PSG are going to win the competition? As for Italy, we really don’t know what their remaining clubs are going to offer with many key players from many of their clubs leaving over the summer. Also, you’d have to be a brave person to bet on “Any other nation” as that option haven’t won the competition since Porto in 2003/04.
Reach the final
For a good bet in this category the best odds will come from the dark horses that you think may make the final even if they aren’t necessarily going to win the whole thing. Some outsiders who will get you good odds for this may be, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Dortmund, Juventus or even Man Utd. All these clubs in our opinion are strong sides who just need the right guidance to get them through the competition. Although this is a difficult call as Dortmund, Juve, Barca and Man Utd may have to keep some of their concentration on their leagues as they have all had bad patches and don’t want to see them happen again. So Real Madrid, who still seem like a side who are capable to keep up their league form whilst balancing the UCL, look the best bet for this one. It’s just a question if they will get to the final ahead of the likes of PSG, Chelsea, Man City and Bayern.
Odds are always changing as the competition progresses so keep your eyes open for the best odds all on 10bet.
OdiBets is a fairly young sports operator that started working in Kenya only at the end of 2018. And despite the fact that the Bookmaker has been working for only three years, he quickly managed to win the love of the players. A young and dynamically developing bookmaker is gradually replenishing its customer base. The reviews of the bettors confirm its reliability and professionalism. A wide line of events, favorable coefficients and high-quality painting for additional outcomes are the main offers of the company.
The Betting Company belongs to the Kareco Holdings Limited, which is regulated by BCLB Betting Control and Licensing Board # 0000185.
It is also worth noting that this office enjoys increased reliability, creating excellent conditions for its customers, which is why it is difficult to find negative feedback on various bettor forums.
But the main advantage of the company is the OdiBets App. It allows users to play for money, replenish their account, withdraw money from it, as well as safely store personal data in their personal account. We will tell you more about it.
OdiBets App – Advantages of the Mobile Application
The design of the mobile program is made in different shades of green with different accents.
In the upper panel, in addition to the logo, there are login and registration buttons, quick communication with the support service, time, adjustment of the coefficient format and the ability to choose a language.
In the main menu there are sections:
Sports,
Live,
E-sports,
Virtual Sports,
Casino,
Live Casino
Other Games.
A separate section with shares is highlighted.
In the central part of the screen there are two large advertising sliders and further blocks advertising the already mentioned sections, as well as a list of upcoming top matches in the near future. Popular sports are placed in a special block with a slider and news.
If you go to the sports section, everything falls into place. However, by default, long-term bets on football appear on the screen, which is actually not surprising, given the Kenyan player’s love for this sport.
In addition to betting, as mentioned above, the OdiBets Kenya App offers to play casino, online games and live casino. The casino is represented by gaming slots from Betconstruct, Endorphina, Patagonia, Netent and Betsoft. The assortment includes classic slots, mini-games, video slots, scratch games, virtual bets, video poker, table games. The online casino provides players with live roulette and baccarat, and several types of poker from the Evolution developer.
In addition, one of the main options indicating the reliability of the mobile program is the “Lock” function and password login.
How OdiBets App Download and Install on Android Device
The operator offers its customers two applications at once:
In the first case, it is a Mobile sports betting program and a limited version of an online casino;
In the second case, this is an exclusively mobile casino program.
We recommend that you download the first option if you like both sports and gambling.
The loading procedure looks like this:
Open the mobile version of the site;
A banner with an offer to download applications will appear in front of you immediately on the entire screen;
Click on it and the Apk file download will start instantly;
Now go to the Downloads folder in your smartphone and install the app.
System requirements
Version of the App
v.7.1.0
Application weight
37.9 Мb
Compatible
Android 6.0
Mobile Version of the Site and its Differences
OdiBets also has a mobile version of the official site. By design, it completely echoes the main site and is made in green.
It is also as functional as the desktop one: it has all kinds of sports and betting, the ability to deposit and withdraw funds, play at the casino and personalize your own account.
The sports switching panel in the pre-match line and live is conveniently configured, as well as the ability to use the event info-graphics function.
OdiBets Sportsbook
The office offers a fairly large number of sports. There are 10 top and more than 20 other sports here. In addition, the operator offers bets on non-sporting events.
In this regard, OdiBets can be put as a plus.
Pre-match
The pre-match line in the OdiBets App Android is considered the most competitive among African and European bookmakers. The magnitude of the coefficients will surprise even the most demanding player. Popular sports events are described by the company’s experts and allow you to make winning bets on all markets.
There are dozens of different sports in the pre-match line, from football to downhill skiing, surfing and cricket. Exotic events also attract a small audience, which allows you to win big money.
Live
You can get into live through the main menu or through the tab in the pre-match line. The live here is slightly better in terms of coverage of events than in the pre-match. The application also additionally publishes a live calendar, where you can see what the bookmaker offers for online betting.
The maximums for small markets in live are slightly higher than in the pre-match: just hover the cursor over the bet you are interested in and see the limit.
In the live line, matches with TV broadcasts are marked with a special icon, and the picture itself appears in the right block with a graphic scoreboard if the user has at least a minimum balance on the account.
In addition to sports events, broadcasts are also accompanied by e-sports matches and virtual sports.
Betting on football
The bookmaker places a serious emphasis on this sport. You can often find more than 800 betting events in a line. These are not only matches of top and well-known leagues, but also less popular competitions. The specific coefficients depend on the prestige of the tournament and the status of the match. For example, the Champions League final attracts more attention than an ordinary Premier League game.
In addition, the bookmaker offers to bet on the African Cup, friendly matches involving national teams or clubs.
Virtual Sports
OdiBets is a young, which means a modern bookmaker. There is no traditional sports betting in the mobile program, but there is a large volume of virtual competitions.
In the “Virtual Sports” tab, you can find simulators of tennis, football, horse racing, speedway and auto racing. You can play both for real money and in the demo version.
E-sports betting
E-sports are well represented – CS:GO, Dota 2, StarCraft, League Of Legends, Overwatch.
In general, a normal average market list. The list of events reaches 50 markets for top duels.
OdiLeague
OdiLeague is a football simulator available to all users of the Odibets app.
According to a certain algorithm, new stimulated matches begin.
The initial bet in OdiLeague is 20 KES.
Here you can bet on the final winner, double chance, less or more, first score, draw, Euro and Asian handicaps.
Of course, unlike traditional sports betting, everything here depends on the luck of the player, not the skills of prediction.
Coefficients and margin
In general, the level of coefficients of the operator is more than decent in the Kenyan market.
Equal probability outcomes are often estimated at 1.90 – 2.90. The margin in the e-sports pre-match is more than 5%, and even lower in live.
How to Place Bets in OdiBets App
To place a bet through the app, you must:
Click on the “Live” tab or select a discipline in the side menu and mark the coefficient.
The bets selected by the player automatically fall into the “Coupon”, where you need to specify the amount and confirm the operation.
All bets placed by the player are calculated within 10 minutes after the end of the tournament.
OdiBets Registration & Sign Up
The registration procedure is extremely simplified.
After clicking on the “Register” button, a small window appears with mandatory fields to fill in. In the questionnaire, you need to leave a working email, select the game currency, set a password and enter a bonus code, if available.
For more details, the personal profile is filled in in the personal account section “Personal data”. It specifies the country, city and exact address of residence, phone number and other information.
Identification
To pass identification, and it is requested on the eve of the first withdrawal request, you should send a standard scanned copy of your passport to the security service.
Mobile Bonuses
OdiBets tries to make the pastime of customers as comfortable as possible by providing an opportunity to take part in various promotions.
Welcome bonus
30 KES first free bet on sport;
20 KES free bet in OdiLeague;
50% refund in case of loss on the first bet of the day;
150% bonus for five express bets.
Express Bonus
It increases the total coefficient for the express rate by one percent for each included event.
Preferential express
This is an opportunity to get your money back if one event does not play in the express (according to the terms of the bonus offer, there must be at least 6 events in the express bet).
Ways of Depositing and Withdrawal via App
The list of deposit methods and means of payment with which you can withdraw money is more than enough here.
The main payment systems here are:
Bank cards;
Wallets;
Electronic payment systems;
Mobile operators;
No commission is charged. Funds are credited to the balance from any method instantly, are withdrawn within a day.
Deposit Methods
Name of the payment system
The amount
Time
Commission fee
VISA
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
Mastercard
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
PayPal
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
Orange money
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
Tigo
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
Airtel
From 20 KES to 20.000 KES
Immediately
0 %
Withdrawal Methods
Name of the payment system
The amount
Time
Commission fee
VISA
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
Mastercard
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
PayPal
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
Orange money
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
Tigo
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
Airtel
From 100 KES
During a day
0 %
Support Service
The round-the-clock work of the support service operators allows you to quickly resolve customer issues.
The OdiBets App Android offers its customers only live chat, which is located on the main page in the lower right corner. You can also add screenshots to the live chat, which will describe your problem in more detail.
Conclusion
The bookmaker company OdiBets is a convenient and reliable resource for both inexperienced bettors in sports betting and for players with experience in online betting. It offers special bonuses, promotions and other privileges for customers. Large odds will not cease to please the eyes of even the most experienced players. The support staff also works around the clock.
FAQ
Do I need to re-register in the app if I have an account on the site?
No. OdiBets Kenya App is an exact copy of the site in terms of functionality. To play, just enter your username and password.
Where can I download the OdiBets App Android?
You can do this on our website or on the operator’s website.
What should I do if I can’t withdraw money from my account?
First, check the payment system data. If the problem persists, contact customer support.
Does OdiBets offer crypto-currency payment?
No. There is no crypto-currency in the list of payment systems.
Gotv Kenya has announced a range of new TV channels within a new festive focused package dubbed Supa Package. The new package is said to pack a ton of interesting lifestyle channels without putting pressure on consumers pockets and should be live as of September 1st, 2021. As expected, the Multichoice owned provider is targeting the festive season with new channels focused on kids, entertainment, lifestyle as well as drama.
The entertainment industry is currently experiencing stiff competition that mostly emanate from new streaming services such as Netflix. This has caused Multichoice Kenya’s fortunes to dwindle in recent years, especially now that most sport lovers in Kenya can easily stream popular games on their computers or television; an area that had remained closed to Multichoice for so many years.
With Gotv’s Supa package, the entire family will have something to watch at least at an affordable price. We don’t expect this to be a game changer, since even its price is not affordable to the common Kenyan, and there are far better options around. To add some fuel into the fire, Netflix is currently offering some content for free here in Kenya on Android platforms – and as we all can imagine, it’s hard to compete with free.
Speaking on the launch, Multichoice Kenya Managing director Nancy Matimu said the new package was aimed at the entire family, with greater choice that will prove valuable for their money. Nancy further said the package joins an extensive lineup currently offered by the entertainer and will ensure there’s everything for anyone in the family.
How much does Gotv SUPA Package cost
And while it’s poised to offer interesting content to customers at what the company calls affordable pricing, Gotv Supa package is not exactly affordable. Subscribers will have to pay Ksh 1,499 every month, though it guarantees them to watch all sporting events currently available on Gotv Max.
Channels available on Gotv SUPA bouquet.
A side from all sporting channels currently available on Gotv Max, subscribers will have access to additional over 17 lifestyle and entertainment channels including those listed below.
New channels on GOtv Supa Package include Africa Magic Urban (Channel 6), ROK (Channel 7), Maisha Magic Plus (Channel 8), Mambo Moto (Channel 10), Maisha Magic Poa (Channel 11), TL Novelas (Channel 13), KIX (Channel 19), Novela Magic (Channel 20), WWE (Channel 36), National Geographic (Channel 53), Honey (Channel 57), Food Network (Channel 58), Akili Kids (Channel 63), Nick Junior (Channel 64), Boomerang (Channel 68), Nick Toons (Channel 69) and TV47 (Channel 102).
