Complete Guide - Sports Betting in Senegal

📜 Gambling Legislation in Senegal

🏛️ State Monopoly: Sports betting is legal in Senegal but only through the state operator. International sites are illegal.

Legal Framework

State monopoly by LONAB (National Lottery of Senegal). International sites illegal. Only authorized operator: LONAB.

Applicable Law

Legislation is governed by the Law on games of chance of State monopoly.

Regulatory Authority

LONAB - Official website

Regulation

International sites illegal

Site Blocking

Yes for international sites

⚽ Most Popular Sports in Senegal

Football

Football is extremely popular in Senegal. The national team, the "Lions de la Téranga", won the 2021 AFCON and reached the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup. The Senegalese Ligue 1 is highly followed.

Basketball

Basketball is very followed, with a professional league.

Lutte sénégalaise

Traditional wrestling is a very popular national sport.

Athlétisme

Senegal has produced several Olympic champions.

🏟️ Main Football Clubs in Senegal

Senegal has a competitive professional football league. Here are the main clubs that dominate the championship:

AS Douanes

Dakar • Main club

ASC Diaraf

Dakar • Historic club

Casa Sport

Ziguinchor • Professional club

📊 Useful Information for Bettors

💰 Currency

CFA Franc (XOF)

🌍 Time Zone

UTC+0 (GMT)

📱 Internet Access

Penetration rate: ~47%

⚖️ Legal Status

🏛️ State Monopoly

👥 Population

~17 million

🏛️ Capital

Dakar

Available Operators

Licensed operators: LONAB

📅 Future Evolution

Last update: 24 November 2025

The information presented is based on current legislation. We regularly update our data to reflect legislative changes.