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Betway has responded to a recent directive from the National Gambling Board (NGB) regarding online casino-style games, following a Supreme Court of Appeal ruling in Gauteng that questioned the legality of such offerings under provincial gambling laws. “The recent Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) ruling was a narrow interpretation of the Gauteng Gambling Act and […]
BetMakers Technology Group (ASX: BET) is excited to announce an expanded partnership with Sports Information Services (SIS), a leading global supplier of 24/7 live horse racing and betting content. Under this new agreement, BetMakers will manage all pricing data for SIS’s racing content and will become an official reseller of SIS’s global racing portfolio. This […]
The National Lottery of Senegal (LONASE), in collaboration with the National Financial Intelligence Processing Unit (CENTIF), organized an awareness and capacity-building workshop at the LONASE Training Center dedicated to the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) in the gaming sector. This important initiative aimed to strengthen the capacities of key industry […]
The Zambian Premier League (ZPL) has announced the termination of its K10 million partnership with Betway Zambia, which began in 2023. This decision comes just months after the government suspended its support for the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ). Christina Zulu, ZPL Head of Communications, stated that Betway had significantly contributed to the growth of […]
Africa’s Sports betting market has reached a pivotal moment, driven by its young populations and advanced mobile technology. This article explores the significant financial changes and infrastructural developments happening across the continent. Africa is undergoing a massive financial transformation fueled by a widespread obsession with sports. Today, over 440 million sports bettors call Africa home, […]
Africa’s beloved Spinners games are going digital exclusively through betPawa. In a groundbreaking move set to redefine online gaming on the continent, betPawa has partnered with Black Lagoon Games to launch the most iconic land-based Spinner games online for the very first time. For years, Spinners have been at the heart of entertainment in land-based […]
Betway, through its Betway Cares Foundation, has officially commenced construction on the Montshiwa Sports Complex in Kanye, marking a significant step in the company’s commitment to community empowerment and sports development across Botswana. This BWP 4.3 million investment, part of Betway’s Building Neighbourhood Dreams initiative is aimed to create a world-class sports and recreation facility […]
BetKing, Nigeria’s leading gaming and entertainment brand, has announced the launch of the country’s largest Virtuals Jackpot, offering players the chance to win life-changing rewards every hour, day, and month. This campaign promises over 120 million naira in cash prizes monthly, marking it as the most rewarding and inclusive jackpot ever introduced in Nigeria’s gaming […]
The Zambia Gaming Association (ZGA) has called on betting and gaming operators to engage in constructive dialogue with the government following the introduction of a 10 percent excise duty on gaming and betting activities. The new tax took effect after the passage of the 2025 supplementary budget, making it mandatory for all betting companies to […]
Zambia’s BetLion has suspended all operations and betPawa has partially paused services in response to the newly introduced 10 per cent betting tax. These moves follow Betway’s temporary halt a few days ago and come after the Constitutional Court dismissed the operators’ legal challenge. BetLion said in an official notice: “Due to the new 10 per cent excise duty, BetLion operations are temporarily paused. Your funds remain safe and available […]
