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pawaTech Group, the licensor of the betPawa brand, has announced the launch of operations in Liberia and Mali through local licence holder Chop Life Gaming. The expansion adds two new licensed markets to betPawa’s growing presence across Africa. With the launch, customers in Liberia and Mali will have access to betPawa’s platform and services. According […]
The South African Bookmakers Association (SABA) has renewed its call for tougher enforcement against illegal online gambling operators, warning that unlicensed offshore platforms continue to undermine South Africa’s regulated betting market. The association said stronger cooperation between gambling regulators, financial institutions, internet service providers, telecommunications companies, and law enforcement agencies is needed to curb the […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), in partnership with the Uganda Police Force, has intensified its nationwide enforcement campaign against illegal gaming operations under Operation “Mashine Haramu.” To date, the joint operation has resulted in the impoundment of more than 6,000 illegal gaming machines across Uganda, including a recent seizure of 215 machines […]
The National Lottery Authority (NLA), in partnership with the Concerned Lotto Agents Association of Ghana (CLAAG), has announced the commencement of a nationwide compliance exercise aimed at ensuring all licensed Private Lotto Operators (PLOs), agents, and writers adhere to the Authority’s mandatory registration requirements. The compliance exercise follows the expiration of the registration extension period […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has launched its Strategic Plan for FY2025/26–FY2029/30, outlining a five-year roadmap aimed at strengthening regulation, curbing illegal gambling, promoting responsible gaming, and increasing the sector’s contribution to domestic revenue. The Board also unveiled its Service Delivery Standards and Client Charter, which are intended to improve accountability, establish […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has confiscated 102 unlicensed gaming machines from the districts of Luuka, Mayuge, and Kumi as part of its ongoing nationwide enforcement campaign to strengthen regulatory compliance and protect the integrity of Uganda’s gaming sector. The operation forms part of the Board’s broader strategy to combat illegal gaming […]
From spotting deepfake fraud to building your own AI assistant, SBC Summit new AI Academy will take delegates beyond the theory of artificial intelligence and into hands-on, practical application. Part of the event’s premium Education+ programme, the AI Academy brings together technology specialists, cybersecurity experts, and AI leaders to help delegates understand where AI creates genuine business value, recognise the […]
Africa’s online gambling industry is often portrayed as a regulatory problem. New analysis suggests a different framing: it could be one of the continent’s biggest untapped economic opportunities if more of the activity happens within regulated markets. A market analysis by Gaming Compliance International (GCI) argues that Africa already has the demand, consumer base, and […]
The Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER) has officially launched MER Connect, a new online regulatory services platform designed to enhance service delivery, improve operational efficiency, and provide a seamless digital experience for gambling and liquor industry stakeholders. The launch marks a major milestone in MER’s ongoing digital transformation strategy, aimed at modernising regulatory processes and making […]
Sumsub report warns of rising identity fraud, account abuse, and sophisticated cyber threats targeting South Africa’s expanding online gambling market. Online gambling fraud in South Africa has reportedly tripled since 2025, according to new findings from identity verification and fraud prevention company Sumsub. The sharp increase points to mounting security challenges for the country’s rapidly […]
