Online casinos have become a huge hit, internationally. Many gamblers from all over the world are joining gambling websites. The iGaming industry has gotten so big, that it has reached African shores. Gambling on the internet is a huge pastime in many African countries, including Ghana.
And with online casinos being more and more available to Ghanaian gamblers, the industry is bound to grow in popularity. So, for those who may be new to the market, in this article, we are looking at the most important things that every gambler has to know.
Reputation and Safety
The first thing most people are concerned with is their online safety. The internet is a wonderful place, but it can also be quite scary. Cybercrime is on the rise, and hackers are becoming a lot craftier and more knowledgeable. So, how can you make sure that the website you’ve chosen to hitch yourself to is safe? Luckily, there are a few ways to know.
For one, the website’s reputation is publically available online. You can go over professional reviews, customer reviews, and look into the website’s past. An example of a very reputable and respected website is Betway GH, which not only hosts some excellent sports odds, but also incredible gambling games. The website has also won awards and been praised by pros in iGaming circles.
Another easy way to tell is to simply look for a license. Licensed casinos are those that have been issued stamps of approval, which show that they are safe, fair, and respectable. Licenses can be domestic or offshore. Many people prefer domestic websites, but the truth is that there is no discernable difference. As long as a casino has a license, it is safe to access.
Finally, most casinos are pretty open about their security and safety policies. Look into what measures they take to protect their customers. If you’ve done that, you should be aware of just how safe a website is. However, online gaming is not all about safety and reputation. It is also about fun. So, let’s look at the next most important thing.
Online Casino Games
What games are available at online casinos? Many might say that slots and poker are the only two choices. While it is certainly true that, once upon a time, slots and poker were the only two games available online, the market has long since moved on.
Nowadays, any experienced player can find a slew of games to enjoy. Looking at some of the games at these online casinos, you might understand why Ghanaian rapper Omar Sterling loves the concept of the Casino enough to make a freestyle about it.
- Slots: sure, slots are not the only option at online casinos. That doesn’t mean they aren’t an option though. In fact, slot games are so popular that most people don’t stray anywhere further than that. You can find low-risk slots or jackpot-chasers. Whatever you prefer.
- Table Games: table games encompass any game that you would play at a table if you were in a land-based casino. That includes blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat, and so much more. This is what we mean when we say the industry has come a long way since the 1990s.
- Live Casinos: if you prefer land-based gaming, guess what? Online casinos can now emulate that perfectly with live gambling. You can stand face-to-face with a human dealer and enjoy your favorite game, whether that be roulette or blackjack.
- Bingo: there is nothing more nostalgic than a good old fashioned game of bingo. Online casinos now provide that as well. Enjoy a classic round of one of the most popular betting and gambling games in the world.
Bonuses at Online Casinos
It wouldn’t be a discussion of online casinos if we did not bring up bonuses and special offers. Anyone who enjoys gambling online has certainly heard of this phenomenon. However, if you didn’t know, online casinos will actually offer you a special bonus for joining or staying loyal to their website. There are several ways in which these bonuses can manifest.
- Free Spins: if you are a fan of slots, a free spin bonus lets you pull the lever a few extra times at no cost whatsoever. The idea here is to give you a chance to explore new games, discover slots with interesting themes, such as fantasy, science fiction or sports, that you may love, or even give you an extra chance to win the prize, no matter how slim.
- Match Deposit: When you join an online casino, you have to put down a deposit, with which you are going to gamble. You choose the best payment method for you, whether that be credit or crypto, and then select the sum. A lot of casinos will match the sum you’ve put down, up to a certain percentage. That is a match deposit bonus.
Payment Methods at Online Casinos
Finally, it is worth addressing the different payments that online casinos accept. Once upon a time, a credit card was the only option. However, that is no longer the case. The phenomenon of cryptocurrency has gained a lot of traction in Africa. So, it will be good news to learn that a lot of online casinos have embraced Bitcoin as a payment option.
In fact, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in general is such a popular payment option, that there are entire online casinos dedicated entirely to cryptocurrency. These so-called crypto casinos are a huge hit nowadays. However, some people still prefer the mainstream options, especially since they are much safer, and still accept crypto anyways.
There are other popular options as well, such as ETFs, mobile wallets, and even direct wire transfers as well. Of these options, mobile (or digital) wallets are the most popular. They may have a big drawback, in that they require pretty hefty transaction fees to operate. However, there are plenty of people who seem to believe that the benefits outweigh the cons. Those benefits being; safe and quick transactions.
