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South Africans’ risky side hustle

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South Africans’ risky side hustle

GZERO Media · Jul 30, 2026, 3:35 PM UTC

For over half of South African workers, expanded access to sports betting and online gambling is increasingly being seen as a way to make ends meet. The trend is most pronounced among lower-income earners, particularly those making between 8,000 and 15,000 rand per month ($480 to $900).…