Responsible Gambling
Zamlottery’s Commitment
Zamlottery takes responsible gambling very seriously and will endeavor to assist all Customers to bet responsibly. Zamlottery wishes to provide all Customers with an enjoyable experience whilst they use the website in a sensible manner. Zamlottery works with its regulators to provide a range of control mechanisms for those that may be experiencing difficulties with responsible gambling. Notwithstanding the control mechanisms that Zamlottery may provide from time to time, the responsibility rests with the Customer to ensure that their betting activities are not excessive.
Factors to consider if you think you may have a problem
The following factors must be considered:
Gambling activities are supposed to be entertaining and should not be considered as a manner in which to make money.
You should not jeopardize money that you know you cannot afford to lose through betting activities. To avoid this, set a maximum amount that you can afford to lose and do not exceed that value. Do not increase the value in the hopes of making back what you have already lost betting.
Ensure that you are not neglecting your personal and family needs (such as sleep, family time, food etc.) because of your betting activities.
Make sure you monitor how much time you are spending on betting. If you are spending more and more time online in order to bet, you need to consider a break from this.
Check and limit your online wins and losses. If you notice that you are in a negative frequency, then you need to decide whether it is time to take a break.
If you feel like you have a problem with online betting, we strongly suggest that you contact a specialized group or organisation that can provide you with the necessary support and assistance.
People with a compulsive gambling/ betting problem are likely to answer “YES” to some of the below questions:
Have you borrowed or stolen money in order to gamble or bet to rectify your previous losses?
If you win do you have a strong urge to try and win more?
Do you find yourself not attending work, college or other social gatherings because of your gambling or betting?
Do you gamble to pass time?
Do you gamble to solve financial difficulties or pay debts?
Have you ever lied to cover up how much money you are spending on gambling?
Do you find yourself having to hide your gambling / betting activities from your friends and family?
Do your friends and family indicate that they are worried about you because of your gambling / betting activities?
Do you feel like you know you have a problem but cannot stop yourself?
Does gambling cause you to have difficulty in sleeping?
The above is not exhaustive on what the warning signs may be that a person has a gambling problem. We therefore advise that every Customer should make their own judgment based on their gambling / betting activities and seek help when they feel like they may need it.
Recommendations for responsible gambling
If you have considered the above and feel like you have a problem with online betting, you are welcome to send us written communication requesting that we temporarily or permanently suspend your account. Once your account has been suspended, you will not be able to access your Zamlottery account. If you have requested that your account be permanently suspended, you will have to make a new account registration request if you wish to bet again. If your account registration is approved by Zamlottery, your account will be re-opened.
If you have requested that your account be temporarily suspended, when you feel that you are ready to bet responsibly again you can send a written request for us to re-activate your account.
Seek Assistance from Specialists
Once you have requested that your account be temporarily or permanently suspended, we strongly recommend that you seek additional assistance from persons that specialise in gambling and betting support, treatment and assistance.