Since obtaining a gambling license in Zambia in 2025, CaptainsBet is now in line with how people here actually bet: football first, quick access to live markets, and casino lobbies that load reliably on most data plans. There are also a lot of extra offerings like esports with real money markets, a list of studio-run TV games, and virtual games that run all day and night. All of that is paired with a mobile setup that works on both Android (APK) and iOS (PWA).
The platform is extremely versatile and deserves a proper introduction. So, let’s get to it and have a look at everything CaptainsBet has to offer in Zambia.
How to Install an Android App
If you have a Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Motorola, Tecno, or something like that, you can download the CaptainsBet Android APK (~30 MB; Android 5.0+) from the website (there’s no Play Store listing).
- On your phone, go to the site and look for the Android icon.
- Settings > Security/Privacy > Allow your browser to install apps that it doesn’t know about.
- To download the APK, tap the Android icon. Go to Downloads, tap the file, and then Install.
- Start the app. Use your +260 number and password to log in or sign up (see Registration below).
- When asked, update by installing new builds over the top.
- Keep notifications on for bet results and account alerts. The APK caches assets to keep live markets fast on average connections.
Mobile Website (PWA) Access to iOS
There is no native App Store app. Use the Progressive Web App on your iPhone or iPad:
- To add a site to your home screen, open Safari, go to the site, tap Share, and then Add to Home Screen.
- To get a full-screen, app-like view with caching and a pinned slip, click the icon.
- You can turn on web push notifications on iOS 16.4 and later.
- You don’t need to download anything for this route, and it updates itself when you refresh.
Sign Up
There are four simple steps to registering:
- Pick +260, enter your Zambian number, and set or confirm a strong password.
- Name and address: first and last name as shown on ID; country: Zambia; currency: ZMW.
- Email and options: enter a valid email address and, if you want, a promo code. Check the box that says “18+ / Terms.”
- To finish Verify & Register, enter the code that was sent to your +260 number.
After you log in for the first time, go to Account → Profile and enter your date of birth and address exactly as they are on your documents. This will make KYC go more smoothly.
KYC and Verification
CaptainsBet uses standard AML/KYC rules. You might be asked for:
- Government-issued photo ID, such as a passport, ID, or driver’s license. You may be asked to take a selfie with your ID.
- Proof of address, like a utility bill or bank statement from the last six months that shows your name and address.
- Confirmation of payment method (masked card images or a statement or screenshot of your e-wallet or bank showing your name and account).
- Source of funds (sometimes).
Send in clear, uncropped pictures by the deadline. Before withdrawals are approved, all identity checks must be done.
Money
Deposits, withdrawals, and balances are all in ZMW. Once you log in, the Cashier will show you the available methods, limits, and processing times. You can only use your own payment methods; you can’t use third-party or anonymous ones. When asked, quickly complete your KYC to avoid delays in payouts.
Promotions in Zambia
Every week, CaptainsBet has deals on sports and casinos. Important things to note are:
Welcome Bonus: 100% of your first deposit
- You can deposit between ZMW 130 and 2,650, and we’ll match that amount 100% up to ZMW 2,650.
- Betting: 8× deposit; minimum odds for each selection are 1.5–25; total odds must be at least 3.5; minimum 3 selections; 7-day period.
- To claim, check your phone or email, make a qualifying deposit, and then go to Offers > Bonuses > Sport to activate.
Free Spins: up to 100 FS on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
- Cleocatra is a game from Pragmatic Play.
- Deposit levels: 30 FS for ZMW 790–1,320; 50 FS for 1,320–2,640; and 100 FS for 2,640+.
- Betting: 5 times the deposit; good for 24 hours.
- Activation: Offers, bonuses, and free spins on certain days.
Sports Reload on Monday and Tuesday—up to 100%
- 30% (ZMW 800–1,320), 50% (ZMW 1,320–2,640), and 100% (ZMW 2,640+).
- Rules: You must deposit x35 within 24 hours, and each choice must have odds of at least 1.6 to 10. You must make at least three choices.
- Activate: Deals → Bonuses → Sports.
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are free bet days
- There are different levels of deposits: ZMW 245–530 → 130 FB, 530–1,040 → 310 FB, 1,040–2,070 → 530 FB, and 2,070+ → 1,320 FB.
- Rules: You have to make a deposit five times in 24 hours. The odds must be at least 1.5 and at most 10, and you must choose at least three.
- Activate: Deals → Bonuses → Sports.
Deposit Boost on Friday
- The minimum deposit is ZMW 175 and the maximum is ZMW 1,760.
- Bonus: ZMW 18 after you activate it by going to Offers → Bonuses → Real Money.
Free Bet on the Weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
- Match for a 100% free bet (football or tennis).
- Rules: You have to make a deposit of x35 within 24 hours, and the odds for each selection must be at least 1.6–10. You must make at least 3 selections.
- Activate: Bonuses → Offers → Sport.
Always check your phone or email first. Bonuses that are not used or met will automatically expire at the time stated.
Sportsbook
A clean board shows fixtures with main markets (1X2, Totals, Handicaps, Double Chance, Draw No Bet) and props that can be added. Football and tennis have the most complicated lines, while basketball, volleyball, cricket, and handball use standard lines. As you type, the slip shows possible returns in kwacha. It works with singles, multis, and (if available) system combos. You can quickly check calendars, results, and basic stats in the header.
Live Betting
The in-play console is made for quick reading. At the top are the Live Event List, Multi View, Calendar, Results, and Statistics. On the right is a visualizer/stream, and below the scoreboard are grouped market chips. Prices lock for a short time after important events like a goal, a red card, or a break of serve, and then they reopen at a fair line. This cuts down on stale clicks. Some common sets are:
- In football, you can bet on 1X2, Double Chance, DNB, Totals (match/period), BTTS, Next Goal, Corners/Cards/Shots.
- Tennis: match/set winner, game totals and handicaps, and next game.
- Basketball: moneyline, spreads, totals, quarter/half markets, and team totals.
Virtual Sports & eSports
Fixtures that are always on and settle quickly. Football can be played in single matches, penalty shootouts, a rolling virtual league, and cup formats. Racing can be done with horses, steeplechase, and greyhounds. In racing, markets include 1X2, Correct Score, Totals, Handicaps, Win/Place, and Forecast/Tricast.
There are three tabs for esports unter5s: LIVE, Upcoming, and Outrights. On the left rail, you can find CS2, Dota 2, LoL, VALORANT, Rainbow Six, and sports sims. There are rows with BO1/BO3 tags and a strip of markets for things like Match Winner, Map Winner, Correct Score, Map Handicap (±1.5), and Total Maps (O/U 2.5) when they apply. Price tiles lock on big events and then turn back on.
Online Casino
Video Slots
You can easily browse through the categories of chips, which include Most Popular, New, Bonus Buy, Hold & Win, Jackpot, and Most Liked. You can also filter by provider. Big Bass Bonanza, The Dog House, Sun of Egypt 3, 7 Wild 27, and a range of Hold & Win titles are some of the most popular starters. Look at the information panel for each game to see the bet range, volatility, feature rules, and Bonus Buy prices if they apply.
Live Casino
Blackjack is the most popular game, with seven-seat, unlimited, speed, and lounge options. Roulette (European/American, often with racetrack/neighbors) and Baccarat (speed/squeeze, lounge) are also well covered. There will also be show-style tables, Sic Bo, and Jacks or Better. Before you sit down, always check the limits in the footer.
FAQ
Is it possible to sign up without a phone and use email instead?
No, you need a Zambian +260 number for SMS verification to register.
Should I check right away?
After you sign up, you can bet, but you have to do KYC (ID, proof of address, and, if necessary, payment-method confirmation) before you can withdraw.
Is there an app for iOS?
No iOS app. Add the PWA to your home screen in Safari.
Are bonuses available on mobile devices?
Yes. You can access all of the listed promotions on Android APK, iOS PWA, and desktop. To activate them, go to Offers > Bonuses.
How do I get in touch with support?
Email support@captains.bet. For KYC resubmissions, use clear, well-lit pictures that show all four corners and make sure the details match your profile exactly.
Bottom Line
CaptainsBet’s move to a ZMW-native, Zambia-licensed platform shows in the day-to-day: fast odds boards, a live hub that responds quickly with short price locks, casino sections that load quickly, and a promo calendar that you can plan around. The experience stays the same, whether you install the APK or pin the PWA.