Best Casino Game Providers in South Africa

1. Habanero

Habanero Systems has been around for more than a decade but it really gained prominence in recent years. Founded in 2009 in Sofia, Bulgaria, it has grown into one of the most beloved game providers in South Africa and beyond. 

Habanero has a collection of more than 150 HTML5-powered casino games covering everything from slots to video poker. It is licensed in 23 markets from Malta to South Africa, its software supports 34 languages and all currencies you can name, including South African rands.

Top Habanero Games

• Wealth Inn

• Disco Beats

• Mystic Fortune

• Nuwa

• Crystopia

2. Pragmatic Play

Pragmatic Play is one of the veterans of the online casino industry. It’s also one of South Africa’s most popular providers of casino games online, both when it comes to slots and live dealer games. Founded in 2015 in the UK, the company has grown into one of the most prominent providers in the industry. Today, the company has its headquarters in Gibraltar and development and live casino partners in Romania and other countries via ARRISE. 

If at first Pragmatic Play only dealt in RNG-powered slots, today it covers the entire range of casino games, from live casino games to sports betting, crash games, bingo, and network promotions. Its “Drops & Wins” and “Blackjack League” offer constant prize drops and tournaments to players.

Top Pragmatic Play Games

• Sweet Bonanza 1000

• Sugar Rush

• Gates of Olympus

• Big Bass Bonanza

• The Amazing Money Machine

3. BetGames

In a world of ever-more-complicated games and flashy visuals, BetGames decided to take a different approach. Their “lucky numbers” games are data-friendly and simpler than the average, yet every bit as exciting as their competitors. 

BetGames was founded in 2012 by a team of iGaming enthusiasts in Vilnius, Lithuania. They kicked things off with their Lucky 7, adding more and more games over the years. Today, their games are available worldwide, with a solid fan base at South African online casinos.

Top BetGames Games

• Skyward

• Instant Lucky 7

• War of Bets

• Bet On Poker

• Dice Duel

4. Evolution Gaming

Evolution made a name for itself as the software provider that made live dealer casino games possible. Founded in 2006 in Stockholm, Sweden, it didn’t only make live casinos possible - it made them cool. To this day, Evolution is one of the leading innovators in the area. 

The company is continuously expanding what’s possible in live casino gaming. After classics like roulette and blackjack, it introduced new concepts like live game shows and interactive gaming experiences with titles like Gonzo’s Treasure Map and Football Studio.

Top Evolution Games

• Crazy Time

• Crazy Balls

• Football Studio

• Side Bet City

•  Infinite Blackjack

5. Spribe

The story of Spribe is one of the few “zero to hero” stories of the iGaming industry. Founded in 2018 in Ukraine, the company signed its first major contract in early 2019, launching its flagship game - Aviator - around that time. The second version of the game was launched later in the same year, taking the world by storm. In 2020, Spribe presented its games at ICE, then went global - and straight into the players’ hearts.

Top Spribe Games

• Aviator

• Mines

• Dice

• Mini Roulette

• Goal

• Plinko

6. Playtech

Playtech is another online casino veteran. It was founded by entrepreneur Teddy Sagi in 1999 and has been going strong ever since. Originally an online casino game developer, it has expanded into other areas, covering everything from sports betting to live dealer casino games. 

Over the years, Playtech continued to extend its portfolio - now it encompasses several studios, from Ash Gaming to Quickspin. 

Top Playtech Games

• Grand Baccarat

• Hit Bar

• Sahara Riches Cash Collect

• Quantum Roulette

• Adventures Beyond Wonderland

7. Nolimit City

Nolimit City has made a name for itself with its brave slot machines taking on sometimes surprising themes. It was founded in 2013 in Stockholm, Sweden, by a team of industry veterans who wanted to do something different. In just a few years, they became known as a studio with fresh ideas and fun games to play.

Nolimit City became part of Playtech in 2022, but this didn’t muffle their self-expression. Their games are just as bold and entertaining as ever.

Top Nolimit City Games

• Brick Snake 2000

• The Rave

• Dragon Tribe

• Pixies vs Pirates

• Warrior Graveyard

8. Red Tiger Gaming

Red Tiger was just another online casino game studio until it was acquired by Evolution Gaming. From then on, it became a force to be reckoned with. Founded in 2014, the company made it its goal to provide Asian players with high-quality games. After it joined the Evolution family, it released many new titles based on themes from other studios in the network. 

Top Red Tiger Games

• Cash Volt

• Dragon’s Fire

• Ocean’s Treasure

• Dynamite Riches

• Gonzo’s Quest Megaways

9. NetEnt

The story of NetEnt is one of success. Founded in 1996 by two Swedish entrepreneurs, the studio has its roots in the traditional gambling industry. Over time, it has become a multiple award-winning game provider, giving the online casino world classics like Gonzo’s Quest, Starburst, Twin Spin, and many others. Ultimately, NetEnt was acquired by Evolution Gaming, now sharing its expertise with the top live casino game developer in the industry.

Top NetEnt Games

• Starburst

• Twin Spin

• Fruit Shop

• Jumanji

• Jungle Spirit

10. EGT Digital

Hailing from Bulgaria, EGT is one of the most popular casino game providers in Central and Eastern Europe. It made a name for itself as a supplier of land-based gambling machines, it successfully transitioned to the great online. 

EGT specializes in providing classic casino games, most of them fruit machines. The majority of their games are available both on offline gambling machines and in online casinos. Most of its games are high-volatility slots with a big payout potential.

Top EGT Games

• 20 Super Hot

• Zodiac Wheel

• Vampire Night

• 100 Super Fruits

• 40 Burning Hot