📜 Gambling Legislation in Ghana
Legal Framework
Legal and well regulated by the Ghana Gaming Commission. Clear license. Mature market with many operators. 20% tax on revenue.
Applicable Law
Legislation is governed by the Gaming Act of 2006 (amended).
Regulatory Authority
Ghana Gaming Commission - Official website
Regulation
Mandatory license, 20% tax
Site Blocking
Licensed sports betting sites are not blocked. You can freely access authorized operators.
⚽ Most Popular Sports in Ghana
Football
Football is extremely popular in Ghana. The national team, the "Black Stars", has won AFCON 4 times and reached the quarter-finals of the 2010 World Cup. The Ghana Premier League is highly competitive.
Basketball
Basketball is highly followed, with a professional league.
Athlétisme
Ghana has produced several Olympic champions in athletics.
Boxe
Boxing is very popular, with several world champions.
🏟️ Main Football Clubs in Ghana
Ghana has a competitive professional football league. Here are the main clubs that dominate the championship:
Kumasi • 24 championship titles
Accra • 21 championship titles
Dormaa Ahenkro • 2 championship titles
Tarkwa • Professional club
📊 Useful Information for Bettors
💰 Currency
Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)
🌍 Time Zone
UTC+0 (GMT)
📱 Internet Access
Penetration rate: ~68%
⚖️ Legal Status
✅ Legal & Regulated
👥 Population
~32 million
🏛️ Capital
Accra
📚 Reference Guide
Available Operators
Licensed operators: Betway, SportyBet, 1xBet
📅 Future Evolution
Last update: 24 November 2025
The information presented is based on current legislation. We regularly update our data to reflect legislative changes.