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Africa gambling investment story is being misunderstood. The conventional pitch is that the continent offers a young population, rising smartphone penetration, expanding mobile payments and growing appetite for sports betting. All of that is true but it misses the bigger opportunity. Africa already has a multi-billion gambling market. The real investment opportunity is capturing the […]
RSM Eastern Africa and QLOT Consulting of Sweden will guide the procurement of Kenya’s National Lottery Operator as the Board sets standards for Kenya’s first National Lottery. The National Lottery Board announced the appointment of a Transaction Advisor to guide the procurement of Kenya’s first National Lottery Operator. The assignment is led by RSM Eastern […]
The Bojanala District witnessed a day of exciting football, teamwork and responsible gambling advocacy as three schools competed for the opportunity to represent the district at the North West Gambling Board Responsible Gambling Soccer Tournament. The tournament brought together young footballers in a spirited competition that combined sporting excellence with an important message about responsible […]
The Gaming Supervision Institute (ISJ), in coordination with the Municipal Administration of Samba, carried out an awareness and prevention action against illegal gambling on August 14, targeting merchants and citizens at the Mabunda Market, in the Municipality of Samba. The initiative was aimed at raising awareness among merchants and members of the public about the […]
The Botswana Gambling Authority has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote community wellness, mental health, physical well-being and Botswana’s cultural heritage. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Moruntshi Kemorwale, welcomed Dr. Mmaoneka C. Makati Brown, Executive Director of the Diremogolo Challenge, during an engagement focused on the shared values and impact of the […]
Africa’s betting industry has spent the last decade chasing growth. The next decade should be about protecting it. Across the continent, regulators have introduced tougher licensing requirements, increased gaming taxes, tightened advertising rules and strengthened age verification. However, one of the most effective responsible gambling tools remain largely absent from African regulation: deposit limits. That […]
Uganda’s gaming sector is set to benefit from closer collaboration between the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), following a strategic engagement aimed at strengthening both gambling regulations and tax compliance. The NLGRB hosted a delegation from URA’s Gaming Unit, led by Commissioner of Domestic Taxes Denis Kugonza […]
Malawi is quietly becoming a gambling investor should watch. The country is not Africa’s largest gambling economy, nor does it yet have the digital penetration of markets such as South Africa, Nigeria or Kenya. However, its regulatory direction is becoming clearer. The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) already listed licensed sport betting and casino […]
Zimbabwe’s National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) has partnered with the Lotteries and Gaming Board (LGB) to launch a creative campaign aimed at promoting responsible gambling through short-form entertainment content. The initiative, known as the Responsible Gambling Skit Challenge, invites content creators and skit makers to produce short videos highlighting the importance of maintaining control […]
The Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities across Limpopo Province through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme. The programme recently provided vital support to several organizations and beneficiaries working to improve the lives of disadvantaged communities. The initiatives were officiated by the MEC for Social Development in Limpopo, Honourable […]
