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The Federal government is planning to introduce a new excise duty on betting and lotteries companies in an effort to boost tax revenues. Additionally, the government is considering implementing a green surcharge on imported vehicles as a means to generate approximately N2.6 trillion in net taxes through Nigerian Customs. These proposals were outlined in the […]
In a recent statement, the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) of Nigeria announced that it has officially cleared 19 sports betting and gaming operators in the country. This move comes in response to concerns raised by the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA), which had previously claimed that these operators were unlicensed. The Director-General […]
SportyBet, the official partner of Real Madrid in Africa, has unveiled an impressive television commercial featuring three prominent Real Madrid players: Eder Militão, who also serves as a global ambassador for SportyBet, Federico Valverde, and Aurelien Tchouameni, who has Cameroonian roots. This captivating commercial unfolds in an African household and skillfully leverages the star power […]
Kampala, Uganda – September 6, 2023 – In a groundbreaking collaboration set to reshape Ugandan football, FUFA (Uganda’s Football Association) and BetPawa Uganda have joined forces in a historic partnership worth 1.1 billion Uganda Shillings (approximately $320,000 USD). They made the announcement at a prestigious ceremony held at the Fairway Hotel in Kampala, marking a […]
In a significant move to safeguard the integrity and security of Nigeria’s lottery sector, the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have forged a collaborative partnership. Mr. Lanre Gbajabiamila solidified the partnership during a meeting, the director-general of NLRC, and Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, the acting inspector-general of police (IGP), at […]
As we step into a new era of technological advancement, PariPesa is ecstatic to introduce its upgraded website, setting a new standard in the world of online gambling. Welcome to PariPesa version 3.0 – a game-changer that promises to redefine your betting experience! Our renewed platform is a testament to our commitment to embracing innovation […]
Despite stringent regulatory measures and heavy taxes, Kenyans bettors have placed a staggering Sh88.5 billion in online bets over the past year, until June 2023. This impressive figure comes in the face of a crackdown on the sector and the introduction of punitive taxes. In a remarkable financial windfall, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected […]
Novomatic Africa’s subsidiary has restructured its management team by appointing Chantel Crossley as the co-managing director of Novomatic Africa. Crossley takes over this role from Sonya Nikolova, who served as a board member of Novomatic Africa for the past seven years. Nikolova has chosen to return to Europe to assume a new global sales position […]
Hollywoodbets the new title sponsor of The Sharks, a South African Rugby Union team, has expanded its collaboration, originally initiated in 2019. The partnership now encompasses title sponsorship and stadium naming rights for Hollywoodbets Kings Park. Devin Heffer, Hollywoodbets’ Brand and Communications Manager, expressed, “As a Durban-based company, we’re devoted Sharks fans. Recognizing the team’s […]
888 Africa joint venture has acquired BetLion, the gaming operator established by Victor Chandler in 2017, for an undisclosed sum. Nairobi-based BetLion brings new local talent and a highly localised front-end, supported by a bespoke product and platform to 888Africa. It currently holds licences in Kenya, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This helps […]
