Guides · Discipline
Bankroll Management for Bettors
Good picks lose money when the staking is wrong. Bankroll rules are what turn a decent win rate into an actual balance that grows.
Set the bankroll aside
Your bankroll is money you have decided you can lose entirely. It is separate from rent, school fees and savings. If losing it would change your month, it is too big.
Flat staking beats instinct
| Bankroll | 1 unit (1%) | Max single bet (3%) |
|---|---|---|
| Tsh 100,000 | Tsh 1,000 | Tsh 3,000 |
| Tsh 500,000 | Tsh 5,000 | Tsh 15,000 |
| Tsh 1,000,000 | Tsh 10,000 | Tsh 30,000 |
Rules that hold up
- Recalculate unit size weekly, not after every bet.
- Never stake more than three units on one selection, whatever the confidence.
- Stop for the day after three losing slips — tilt costs more than any bad pick.
- Track every bet. A record you can review is the only honest measure of a strategy.
Frequently asked questions
What is a betting unit?
One unit is a fixed share of your bankroll, usually 1–2%. With a Tsh 200,000 bankroll, one unit is Tsh 2,000–4,000.
Should I chase losses with bigger stakes?
No. Doubling after a loss turns a normal losing run into a wiped-out bankroll. Keep unit size tied to the current bankroll and let it recover naturally.
How long is a normal losing run?
At a 55% win rate, six losses in a row happen roughly once every hundred bets. Plan your unit size so that streak costs you under 15% of the bankroll.
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