CAN fever ignites Brazzaville
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 may be months away, yet the mood in Brazzaville already feels like match day. As drums echo around the bustling markets, betting giant 1xBet has launched a headline-grabbing promotion designed to keep local fans buzzing until the opening whistle of CAN season.
From today, every Congolese supporter who deposits at least 3,000 XAF on 1xBet earns an automatic ticket for a prize draw promising a smartphone, a flat-screen television or even a brand-new motorcycle. The initiative, confirmed by the bookmaker’s regional office, runs throughout the competition period without extra fees.
Making a 3,000 XAF deposit
Registering or logging in takes roughly the same time as a quick corner kick. Players choose any convenient payment method, enter 3,000 XAF or more, and watch their balance update in seconds. Each qualifying top-up counts as a separate ballot, so multiple deposits raise the odds for victory.
“The mechanism is simple because fans want clarity, not paperwork,” explains Serge Mouyabi, customer relations manager at 1xBet Congo. According to him, digital receipts are automatically stored in every account, allowing bettors to track how many chances they have accumulated before the grand draw closest to the final.
Smartphone, TV or motorcycle?
Three headline rewards have been hand-picked to mirror everyday Congolese aspirations. The latest Android smartphone answers the need to stream highlights; the LED television turns any living room into a fan zone; and the sturdy 125cc motorcycle solves the eternal Brazzaville traffic puzzle in celebratory style for winners.
Local retailer Univers Digital will display the prizes at the Village CAN fan park beside Stade Alphonse Massamba-Débat. “We want supporters to touch the phone, flick through channels on the TV and feel the bike’s chrome,” says sales supervisor Grâce Ngoma, convinced that tangibility fuels excitement among participants.
Fans already feeling lucky
On a sunny afternoon, a group wearing Diables Rouges jerseys gathered near Place de la Gare to upload their first deposits. Twenty-two-year-old student Clémentine Bemba giggled after funding her wallet with mobile money: “Even if I don’t win, I’ll still celebrate every kick with friends” all tournament long.
Beside her, taxi driver Roger Moukondo calculated potential returns on a 2-1 score-line bet. “The prize draw is icing,” he said, “but higher odds mean my everyday wagers can also pay school fees.” His comment reflects the service ethos emphasized by the bookmaker in its latest campaign messaging.
For many households, the ability to start betting with three thousand francs—roughly the price of a plate of grilled tilapia and plantain—feels accessible. Financial analyst Nadia Samba notes that micro-amount promotions broaden market inclusion while diverting informal corner bets toward monitored, tax-paying digital platforms across Congo’s urban centers.
Why 1xBet doubles down on Congo
According to a company briefing shared with our newsroom, 1xBet has recorded double-digit growth in the Republic of Congo over the past two seasons. The operator attributes progress to a mobile-first strategy, partnerships with local influencers and a formal sponsorship agreement with the Confederation of African Football CAF.
The bookmaker already sponsors the CAF Champions League and has pledged logistical support for fan zones in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire. Marketing lead Mireille Ossiala believes the new promo strengthens community ties: “We are not only pushing bets; we are bringing screens, music and safe spaces where families gather.”
Sport sociologist Dr. Alain Makosso views such activations as a modern extension of neighborhood viewing kiosks. “Television remains a luxury for some. A contest that puts a 42-inch set in someone’s home can change how an entire street experiences the tournament,” he observes, urging responsible participation from everyone.
Playing smart and safe
To keep the fun within budget, financial coach Pascal Tchicaya recommends pre-loading a fixed weekly stake and sticking to single-match bets. He advises fans to use 1xBet’s deposit limits and self-exclusion tools if excitement runs high. “A smart supporter celebrates goals, not overdrafts,” Tchicaya smiles between fixtures too.
The platform’s app now features push alerts outlining injury updates, traffic tips to the stadium and even real-time weather overviews for Pointe-Noire. Such value-added services, the firm claims, convert occasional users into regulars, a business model increasingly common across Africa’s dynamic online entertainment sector during major sporting seasons.
Dates, draw and delivery
The promotional window opens on 3 January 2026 and closes after the semifinal whistle on 18 January, moments before fireworks above Stade Alphonse Massamba-Débat. All valid tickets generated within those dates will enter a computerized raffle supervised by an independent bailiff and streamed live on Facebook for transparency.
Residents unable to attend the fan park can still participate remotely; prizes will be delivered nationwide through a courier partner within five working days. With one modest deposit, a lucky fan could be watching the CAN final on a new TV or cruising home on fresh wheels soon.
