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South Africa is considering a new 20% national gambling tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR) as online betting grows rapidly. Tax experts warn, however, that the levy could push out legitimate, licensed operators and encourage players to move to unregulated offshore platforms reducing tax take for the state while money flows abroad. The proposal is […]
Pastoral leader in Dedza, Malawi have raised concerns over the growing involvement of young people in gambling, warning that it is increasingly becoming a serious social and economic challenge linked to unemployment, poverty, and rising living costs. Speaking during a national youth gathering, the Bishop of the Dedza Diocese, Most Rev. Peter Adrian Chifukwa, cautioned […]
The city of Lagos once again proved why it remains the heartbeat of innovation and commerce in Africa, hosting the just-concluded Africa Gaming Expo 2026. Over the course of four days, from March 24 to 27 at the Eko Hotel and Suites, the event transformed Lagos into a vibrant hub where gaming, fintech, regulation and […]
IBIA convened its first Integrity Working Group in South America in São Paulo, Brazil on 9 April 2026. The meeting brought together government authorities, sports bodies and leading licensed betting operators to strengthen coordinated action against match-fixing. Sponsored by Galerabet, the session focused on aligning stakeholders on measures to detect, prevent and sanction betting-related corruption […]
The National Gambling Board (NGB) has officially launched a dedicated online platform that provides the public with access to a consolidated and comprehensive list of all legal, verified gambling operators in South Africa. This initiative forms part of the NGB’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal gambling including online and offshore operations, while promoting responsible gambling, […]
Liberia’s National Lottery Authority is preparing to ban gambling‑related radio programmes nationwide after the Senate demanded answers about a surge in unregulated betting and reports that minors, some as young as 13 are taking part. Sources in government who spoke anonymously said the planned restriction will target stations that broadcast betting promotions and interactive gambling […]
The Government of Uganda has introduced new legislation aimed at standardizing gambling tax across its rapidly expanding betting and gaming sector, in a move expected to enhance revenue collection and regulatory clarity. The proposed law, titled the Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was formally presented by Finance Minister Matia Kasaija and published in the […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has reinforced its commitment to combating illegal gaming activities through intensified enforcement operations across the country. During recent targeted operations along Mityana Road covering Buyala, Bujuko, Bukasa, Nabweru, and Lusaze as well as parts of Eastern Uganda, enforcement teams successfully confiscated a total of 104 illegal gaming […]
The Federal High Court of Ethiopia has issued a ruling to fully release the bank accounts of Kacha Digital Financial Services S.C., a leading fintech company and the country’s first privately licensed mobile money operator. The decision marks a significant development for the company and the broader digital financial services sector. In its ruling, the […]
LiveScore Group has expanded its Virgin Bet brand into South Africa, marking the operator’s first move beyond the United Kingdom and a key milestone in its international growth strategy. Since launching in 2019, Virgin Bet has built a solid presence in the UK market. LiveScore Group chose South Africa for expansion because of its strong […]
