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Uganda Casino Operators Seek Review of New 15% Gambling Tax

Uganda Casino Operators Seek Review of New 15% Gambling Tax

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    Africa’s Gambling Tax Landscape: Repricing Investment Risk

      IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

      IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

        SBC Strengthens Global Regulatory Engagement with New Advisory Board

        SBC Strengthens Global Regulatory Engagement with New Advisory Board

          Super Group African Growth Gains Momentum in Nigeria and Mozambique

          Super Group Growth Gains Momentum in Nigeria and Mozambique

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            Brazil Has Lost its Appeal to Gaming Investors – Gildo Mazza, Editor Brazil iGaming Business

              Betting Companies Urged to Close Young Man’s Accounts in Taraba

              Sports Betting Companies Set to Close Man’s Accounts over Gambling

                NLGRB Earns ISO 27001 Certification to Boost Cybersecurity in Uganda

                NLGRB Earns ISO 27001 Certification to Boost Cybersecurity in Uganda

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                  African Gambling Regulators to Draft Cooperation Framework at SiGMA Rome

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                    Gaming in Germany 2026 Unveils Full Agenda and Speaker Lineup

                      Global News

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                      Africa’s Gambling Tax Landscape: Repricing Investment Risk

                      IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

                      SBC Strengthens Global Regulatory Engagement with New Advisory Board

                      Brazil Has Lost its Appeal to Gaming Investors – Gildo Mazza, Editor Brazil...

                      Gaming in Germany 2026 Unveils Full Agenda and Speaker Lineup

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                      Latest News

                      FCT-LRO Issues New Licensing Directive to Gaming Operators in Abuja

                      FCT-LRO Issues New Licensing Directive to Gaming Operators...

                      • November 12, 2026
                      Zambia Proposes Changes to Betting Tax Framework in 2027 Budget

                      ZRA Proposes Changes to Betting Tax Framework in...

                      • November 12, 2026
                      Uganda Casino Operators Seek Review of New 15% Gambling Tax

                      Uganda Casino Operators Seek Review of New 15%...

                      • November 12, 2026
                      Octoplay Enters Africa with Hollywoodbets Launch in South Africa

                      Octoplay Enter Africa Via Hollywoodbets through Exclusive Launch

                      • November 12, 2026
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                      Africa’s Gambling Tax Landscape: Repricing Investment Risk

                      • November 12, 2026
                      IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

                      IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the...

                      • November 12, 2026
                      Betika Uganda Supports National Cleaning Day in Kampala

                      Kampala Cleaning Day Exercise gets Massive Support from...

                      • November 12, 2026
                      NWGB Promotes Responsible Gambling and Consumer Protection in South Africa

                      NWGB Promotes Responsible Gambling and Consumer Protection in...

                      • November 11, 2026
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                      Gaming News

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                      Gaming in Germany 2026 Unveils Full Agenda and

                        Babalakin & Co. Examines AI in Nigeria’s Gaming Industry

                        Babalakin & Co. Examines AI in Nigeria’s Gaming

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                          Kenya Senate Flags Delays in Kilifi Betting and

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                            1Win Proven Ways to Invite Friends and Earn

                              LONAGUI Deepens Gaming Cooperation at African Grand Prix

                              LONAGUI Deepens Gaming Cooperation at African Grand Prix

                                How to Read a Five-Set Volleyball Final Beyond 3–2

                                How to Read a Five-Set Volleyball Final Beyond

                                  Aviator Game: Africa's Favorite Crash Game

                                  Aviator Game: Africa’s Favorite Crash Game

                                    Africa's Next Gaming Boom Will Be Driven by Technology, Not Bonuses

                                    Africa Next Gaming Boom will be Driven by

                                      Choplife Moves Operations to Itana to Streamline Pan-African Expansion

                                      Choplife Moves its Gaming and Intellectual Operations to

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                                        New Baccarat Tables: Step into a Fresh Perspective

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                                          Legislation

                                          FCT-LRO Issues New Licensing Directive to Gaming Operators in Abuja

                                          FCT-LRO Issues New Licensing Directive to Gaming Operators in Abuja

                                          The Federal Capital Territory Lottery Regulatory Office (FCT-LRO) hereby informs gaming operators, industry stakeholders and the general public...

                                          Nov 12, 2026
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                                          WSB Under Scrutiny Over Gambling Promotion in Preschools

                                          Nov 06, 2026
                                          Logo of the Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria, a circular green emblem with horses, shield, and dice in the center.

                                          FSGRN Warns Against Federal Interference in State Lottery Regulation

                                          Oct 23, 2026
                                          Six adults stand in a row posing for a photo in a bright room; five are in business attire and one woman in a hijab sits at a table in front, signing documents.

                                          Kenya Senate Flags Delays in Kilifi Betting and Regulations

                                          Oct 05, 2026

                                          Sports-Betting

                                          IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

                                          IBIA Launches The Next Bet to Explore the Future of Sports Betting Integrity

                                          The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has launched The Next Bet, a new initiative exploring the technologies, market...

                                          Nov 12, 2026
                                          Betting Companies Urged to Close Young Man’s Accounts in Taraba

                                          Sports Betting Companies Set to Close Man’s Accounts over Gambling

                                          Nov 04, 2026
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                                          Cameroon Betting Market Faces Revenue Transparency Concerns

                                          Oct 28, 2026
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                                          Ghana Woman Claims GH¢1.1 million in Sports betting Winnings

                                          Sep 15, 2026
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                                          Companies

                                          Octoplay Enters Africa with Hollywoodbets Launch in South Africa
                                          Companies

                                          Octoplay Enter Africa Via Hollywoodbets through Exclusive Launch

                                          Nov 12, 2026
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                                          Companies

                                          EGT Digital Expands Portfolio with Shacks Evolution Games in Platform

                                          Oct 30, 2026
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                                          Companies

                                          Amusnet Partners with Sunbet to Expand Online Slot Offering

                                          Oct 30, 2026
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                                          Companies

                                          Hardrock FC Partners with Beulabet to Boost Sports Development in Zimbabwe

                                          Oct 27, 2026

                                          Gaming Review

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                                          Gaming

                                          Gaming in Germany 2026 Unveils Full Agenda and Speaker Lineup

                                          Nov 02, 2026
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                                          Events

                                          Babalakin & Co. Examines AI in Nigeria’s Gaming Industry

                                          Oct 23, 2026
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                                          Gaming

                                          Kenya Senate Flags Delays in Kilifi Betting and Regulations

                                          Oct 05, 2026
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                                          Gaming

                                          1Win Proven Ways to Invite Friends and Earn Weekly Revenue

                                          Oct 01, 2026
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                                          Videos

                                          Eswatini Sentences 84 Foreign Nationals in Illegal Online Gambling Crackdown

                                          Eswatini Sentences 84 Foreign Nationals in Illegal Online...

                                            Metshameko Madness by Betway

                                            Metshameko Madness by Betway New Episodes Premieres on...

                                            Burna Boy and Sporty Release New Anthem 'For Everybody

                                            Burna Boy and Sporty Release New Anthem ‘For...

                                            Betway Launches 'Safer Gambling' Campaign with Man City

                                            Betway Launches ‘Safer Gambling’ Campaign with Man City

                                            LONASE and Lottotech Partners to Develop Innovative Gaming Products

                                            LONASE and Lottotech Partners to Develop Innovative Gaming...

                                            Videos

                                            Africa's AI Economy Will Be Built by Problem Solvers, Not Trend Followers

                                            Africa’s AI Economy Will Be Built by Problem...

                                              How Genius Sports & iSpot Partnership bring Valuable...

                                              MTN Momo Mobile Money

                                              MTN Uganda Mobile Money Reports 100% Growth in...

                                              NITDA Reports N2.55 Trillion Tax Contribution from

                                              Mastercard & MTN Group: Partnership for African Digital...

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                                              Sponsored Posts

                                              Betpawa Invest $6 million in Ghana’s football league

                                                Sporting Lagos & Choplife Gaming: Landmark Sponsorship Deal

                                                  Betano Becomes Title Partner of Argentinian Football Association in Sponsorship Deal

                                                    Lionbets and Fastwins Ltd Sponsor NAVETO 2024 in Cameroon

                                                      Expert

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                                                      Africa’s Gambling Tax Landscape: Repricing Investment Risk

                                                        ICASA Faces Legal Questions Over Proposed Mobile Gambling Restrictions

                                                        ICASA Faces Questioning Over Proposed Gambling Restrictions

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                                                          Ethiopia Demands Jumps while Betting Licenses are...

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                                                            Kenya’s Gambling Fees Hike: The Investment Risk...

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                                                              Esports Betting: Growth, Risk and Player Protection

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                                                                The Real Cost of Entering Africa’s Betting...

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                                                                  Lagos Targets Betting’s Gatekeepers: Smart Move or...

                                                                    Anjouan’s Gambling License Controversy: Africa’s Offshore Loophole?

                                                                    Anjouan’s Gambling License Controversy: Africa’s Offshore Loophole?

                                                                      Five African Markets Top Blask's August Growth Rankings

                                                                      Blask Africa Top Gambling Brands: Q3 2026...

                                                                        ESports Betting

                                                                        Inside the Esports Betting Economy: Opportunity, Data...

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                                                                          Informa’s ₤2. 24bn Clarion Bet: When Events...

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                                                                            What African Betting Operators Need to Launch...

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                                                                              Crypto

                                                                              SEC sets N30 million registration fee, up to N2 billion capital for crypto firms
                                                                              Crypto

                                                                              SEC Proposes a New Detailed Framework for Crypto Operators

                                                                              Aug 26, 2026
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                                                                              Crypto

                                                                              Supabets Partner with EnterPay to Adds Cryptocurrency Deposits

                                                                              Aug 17, 2026
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                                                                              Crypto

                                                                              Bank of Tanzania Moves to Regulate Cryptocurrencies and Virtual Assets with New Laws

                                                                              Aug 03, 2026
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                                                                              Crypto

                                                                              New Crypto Exchange Licensing Framework Finalized in Kenya

                                                                              Jul 27, 2026

                                                                              Fintech

                                                                              Ghana Mobile Money Transactions Hit GH¢518.8 billion in August
                                                                              Ghana

                                                                              Ghana Mobile Money Transactions Hit GH¢518.8 billion in August

                                                                              Sep 25, 2026
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                                                                              Mobile-Money

                                                                              Sonatel Q1 Revenue Up as Mobile Money Expands

                                                                              Apr 27, 2026
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                                                                              Mobile-Money

                                                                              SmartCash Hits Milestone of Over 3Million Active New Users

                                                                              Mar 09, 2026
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                                                                              Mobile-Money

                                                                              Fidelity Bank Ghana and NLA Introduce Mobile Money Lottery Payouts

                                                                              Feb 18, 2026
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