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Canal+ used a creeping takeover tactic to acquire a significant portion of MultiChoice slowly, threatening the company’s control structure. During company takeovers – when one company acquires a controlling stake in another company – the acquisition price is typically valued at a premium to its market value. It means the price per share paid is […]
Angola, a country that Portugal colonized, is officially known as the Republic of Angola, located on the west coast of Southern Africa. It is the second largest Portuguese-speaking country in the world. It’s bordered by Namibia to the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Congo to the north, and Zambia to the east. Luanda […]
Casino Countries Eastern Africa Gambling News History Legislation Lotteries Online Sports-Betting Tanzania Tanzania, an East African country officially known as the United Republic of Tanzania, faces the Indian Ocean and borders seven countries Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda, and Zambia. Tanzania has an estimated population of 59.73 million as of 2020, and 33.05 per cent living in urban areas, according to (UN) United Nations report. However, […]
Lottery Trust Funds (NLTF), Health, Education and Sports sector intervention programs were making the desired impact, describing them as monumental. Mrs Ibiene Roberts, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, who made the commendation, said the programs were impacting the lives of Nigerians. Ibiene was on a familiarisation visit to the NLTF on […]
South Africa’s National Treasury published its discussion paper on a proposed national online gambling tax in November 2025. The comment period closed in February 2026, but the debate has continued. Having tracked South Africa’s licensed operator market for more than a decade, I can say with some confidence that the aspect of the proposal receiving […]
Fidelity Bank Ghana has officially launched activities to mark its 20th anniversary under the theme, “Twenty Years of Audacious Steps,” celebrating two decades of bold decisions, innovation, customer partnership, and commitment to Ghana’s socio-economic development. The anniversary launch, held in Accra, brought together Fidelity Bank’s founder, shareholders, board members, partners, staff, members of the media, […]
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), through its Education and Prevention Department, has commenced an Institutional Corruption Risk Assessment at the National Lottery Authority (NLA) as part of efforts to identify and address institutional weaknesses that could create opportunities for corruption. The exercise began with an orientation and sensitization session for staff members from key operational […]
Liberia is facing growing calls to strengthen oversight of its expanding gambling industry, with concerns emerging over regulatory compliance, underage gambling and the potential social and economic impact of betting on vulnerable communities. The concerns follow a reported dispute involving Seven Blue Ltd. and the National Lottery Authority (NLA), after the regulator reportedly directed the […]
The LONASE Foundation has marked a new chapter with the formal handover of leadership from outgoing Director Pape Daouda Diatta to incoming Director Makane Diop. The transition ceremony, held on October 1, 2026, marked an important moment for the Foundation as it reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining continuity in its mission and strengthening its social […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the Consumer Affairs Unit of the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT) and the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), has engaged young people at the Baphiring Agricultural Hub in Ga-Phiri, Mabaalstad-Moses Kotane Local Municipality, on the risks associated with gambling. The outreach […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) highlighted the importance of responsible gaming and effective public-sector leadership during a five-day leadership retreat held at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, Uganda. The retreat, which began on 27 September 2026, brought together Board Chairpersons and Chief Executive Officers of public-sector institutions under the theme […]
888AFRICA has entered into a new partnership with Gaming Innovation Group (GiG), with the companies aiming to establish a Top Three African iGaming operator by revenue and profit over the next five years. The partnership is expected to support 888AFRICA’s continued expansion across the African market, including the growth of its existing operations, entry into […]
World Nineball Tour has partnered with WorldGaming and ICE Barcelona to bring world-class nine-ball to the world’s biggest gaming, technology, and entertainment event. The World Nineball Tour is set to return to Spain in 2027 with the inaugural World Grand Prix, taking place from 18–20 January at ICE Barcelona (Fira Barcelona Gran Via). A new […]
The LONASE Foundation has signed an agreement for the construction of a new Socio-Educational Centre in Mampatim, in Senegal’s Kolda region, marking a new step in its commitment to supporting youth development and local communities. The agreement was signed on October 1, 2026, and will pave the way for the development of a dedicated space […]
