The African Organization for Standardization (ARSO) and the Association of Gaming Regulators in Africa (AGRA) have, on the 14th of February, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and harmonize gambling standards across Africa. As the gambling sector in Africa continues to grow, the need for consistent standards has become increasingly apparent. A unified regulatory framework will streamline market access, encourage investment and foster a stable and predictable business environment across the continent. The standards harmonized through ARSO will serve as a basis towards equivalent regulatory regimes in the industry.
The harmonization process will involve extensive consultations with several key stakeholders, including regulators, gambling operators, consumers and civil society organizations across Africa.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Dr. Hermogene Nsengimana, Secretary General of ARSO, stated: “This partnership is a testament to ARSO’s commitment to creating a coherent regulatory framework in the Context of the AfCFTA, that supports sustainable development across all sectors in Africa. By working with AGRA, we aim to develop standards that will streamline market access in the gambling sector” Mr. Peter Mbugi, the CEO of the Betting Control Board, added: “The MoU reflects AGRA’s dedication to uniting gambling regulators across Africa to address common challenges. With ARSO’s expertise, we aim to create unified standards that will ensure fair play in the gambling industry.”
