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The Ministry of Finance of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), through the Gambling Supervision Unit (Cellule de Surveillance des Jeux d’Argent – CSJA), has raised awareness of gambling regulation among students during the “Mbote Eurobond 2026” immersion seminar held at the National School of Finance. The session focused on the regulatory challenges facing […]
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) is set to officially hand over funding support to Cricket South Africa (CSA) as preparations continue for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. The handover is taking place at Western Province Cricket at Newlands in Cape Town, with NLC Board Chairperson Tembinkosi Bonakele, NLC Commissioner Jodi Scholtz and Western […]
Rwanda could introduce stronger measures to regulate the betting industry after concerns were raised in Parliament over gambling’s impact on household finances, savings and the wider economy. The issue was raised in Parliament on October 2 by Senator Charles Murigande during Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva’s address to both chambers on government initiatives aimed at strengthening […]
South Africa’s National Treasury published its discussion paper on a proposed national online gambling tax in November 2025. The comment period closed in February 2026, but the debate has continued. Having tracked South Africa’s licensed operator market for more than a decade, I can say with some confidence that the aspect of the proposal receiving […]
Liberia is facing growing calls to strengthen oversight of its expanding gambling industry, with concerns emerging over regulatory compliance, underage gambling and the potential social and economic impact of betting on vulnerable communities. The concerns follow a reported dispute involving Seven Blue Ltd. and the National Lottery Authority (NLA), after the regulator reportedly directed the […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the Consumer Affairs Unit of the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT) and the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), has engaged young people at the Baphiring Agricultural Hub in Ga-Phiri, Mabaalstad-Moses Kotane Local Municipality, on the risks associated with gambling. The outreach […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) highlighted the importance of responsible gaming and effective public-sector leadership during a five-day leadership retreat held at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, Uganda. The retreat, which began on 27 September 2026, brought together Board Chairpersons and Chief Executive Officers of public-sector institutions under the theme […]
The Zambia Gaming Association (ZGA) has raised concerns over the social and financial consequences of irresponsible gambling, warning that excessive betting can have serious effects on individuals, families and communities. ZGA Secretary General Darius Sinkamba urged members of the public to approach gambling responsibly, noting that while betting may be viewed as entertainment by some […]
Gamble Alert Initiative has announced the upcoming South-East & South-South Responsible Gaming Capacity Building Programme (SESSRG), scheduled to take place on October 14–15, 2026, at Imo Digital City Limited in Owerri, Imo State. The two-day programme is designed to strengthen responsible gaming practices and player protection across Nigeria’s South-East and South-South regions. According to Gamble […]
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), Consumer Affairs and Liquor Regulators, has taken its responsible gambling awareness campaign to patrons in Rustenburg. The outreach was held at Tic Tac Slots, where stakeholders engaged directly with patrons on the importance of responsible gambling and making informed […]
