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Authorities in South Africa’s Northern Cape province have intensified efforts to combat illegal gambling, following the seizure of 11 Chinese roulette machines during a coordinated enforcement operation. The crackdown involved the Northern Cape Gambling and Liquor Board (NCGLB), the South African Police Service (SAPS), and Crime Intelligence officers. The operation was intelligence-led and focused on […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) participated in the 2026 Zenzele Youth Entrepreneurship Tour, hosted by the Youth for Africa and Enterprise Initiative (YAEI) and Absa, in collaboration with the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), the North West Development Corporation (NWDC), and North-West University (NWU) at the university’s Potchefstroom Campus. The […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) participated in the Tourism Month Media Launch hosted by the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT) at Bakgatla Resort in Pilanesberg. The event was held under the theme “Digital and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism,” highlighting the growing role of technology and artificial intelligence in transforming […]
Mauritius is moving closer to privatization of its state-owned casino, meanwhile Six investors have submitted bids to acquire venues currently operated under the State Investment Corporation (SIC). Five bidders are international groups, while the sixth is a Mauritian-based operator. The tender closed on 17 August 2026, and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is serving as the transaction adviser. […]
The Gauteng Gambling Board (GGB) Administrator, Dr Khathutshelo Ramakumba, has briefed staff and management on the organization’s Diagnostic Report and the strategic re-engineering process aimed at stabilizing and repositioning the regulator. During the briefing, Dr Ramakumba outlined several priorities that will guide the organization’s transformation and efforts to strengthen its ability to fulfill its regulatory […]
The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has announced a series of uncompromising measures against individuals, businesses and organized networks accused of disrupting the country’s ongoing macroeconomic reforms and exploiting national resources. During a press briefing, Minister of the FDRE Government Communication Service, Mrs. Enatalem Melese, said the government has made significant progress […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) is participating in the ALGA CEOs Forum 2026, currently taking place in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, bringing together gambling regulators, industry stakeholders and senior leaders from across Africa. Representing the NWGB at the four-day forum is Acting Chief Executive Officer Mr Boitumelo Qalinge, who is engaging with regulatory and industry leaders […]
The SunBet Cares Bursary Programme has provided financial support to 34 North-West University (NWU) students as part of an initiative aimed at expanding access to education in South Africa’s North West Province. The bursary launch and handover ceremony was held at NWU’s Potchefstroom Campus, with the North West Gambling Board (NWGB) participating in the event […]
The Director General of the Senegalese National Lottery (LONASE) held a working meeting on August 27, with his counterpart, Mr. Seydina Oumar Touré, Director General of the Agency for Proximity Security Assistance (ASP), at the ASP headquarters. The meeting focused on strengthening security arrangements for LONASE infrastructure across Senegal and formed part of ongoing efforts […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) has strengthened its collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) through a training and knowledge-sharing session focused on enhancing cooperation across the criminal justice system. The session covered key areas, including the 48-hour rule and non-enrollment of matters, the investigation and seizure […]
