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NWGB Promotes Responsible Gambling at North West Tourism Month Launch

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 Pushes Ahead With Casino Privatization as Six Investors Bid Casino

Mauritius Move to Casino Privatization as Six Investors Makes Bid

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. […]

Gauteng Gambling Board Outlines Strategic Re-Engineering Plans South Africa

Gauteng Gambling Board Outlines Strategic Re-Engineering Plans

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 […]

Ethiopia Cracks Down on 38 Betting firms Over Illegal Activities Ethiopia

Ethiopia Cracks Down on 38 Betting firms Over Illegal Activities

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 […]

NWGB Strengthens African Gambling Collaboration at ALGA CEOs Forum 2026 South Africa

NWGB Strengthens Gambling Collaboration at ALGA CEOs Forum 2026

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 […]

SunBet Cares Supports 34 NWU Students Through Bursary Programme South Africa

SunBet Cares Gives Financial Supports to University Students in SA

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 […]

LONASE and ASP Enhance Cooperation to Improve Infrastructure Security Senegal

LONASE and ASP Enhance Cooperation to Improve Security

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 […]

NWGB Strengthens Law Enforcement Partnerships to Crack Down on Illegal Gambling South Africa

NWGB Strengthens Law Enforcement Partnerships to Crack Down on Illegal Gambling

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 […]

South Africa Launch Task Team to Promote Responsible Gambling South Africa

South Africa Launch Task Team to Promote Responsible Gambling

A Multi-Stakeholder National Initiative Aimed at Empowering Students and Young People Through Financial Wellness Education, Responsible Behavioral Awareness, and Prevention-Focused Engagement. The National Task Team (NTT) for the Risk to Responsibility Campaign has been established as a collaborative national initiative aimed at addressing growing concerns around youth vulnerability, irresponsible gambling behaviors, financial wellness challenges, and […]

North West Gambling Board Uncovers Illegal Gambling Operations in Vryburg South Africa

North West Gambling Board Uncovers Illegal Gambling Operations in Vryburg

The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) joined women in law enforcement and compliance from various stakeholders across the North West Province to lead a multidisciplinary compliance inspection operation in Vryburg as part of Women’s Month commemorations. The inspections were conducted at various outlets within the Naledi Local Municipality and focused on educating business owners about […]