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Allegations of systemic fraud and customer deception have emerged in High Court affidavits filed in a major criminal investigation into Xwin (Pty) Ltd, where employees claim they were instructed to mislead customers about payments linked to an alleged illegal online gambling operation. “We were told to tell customers their money would come, even when it […]
Illegal gambling rings are increasingly visible across Eswatini, operating in both urban centers and rural communities. Despite the Gaming Control Act of 2022, underground casinos, unlicensed betting shops, and online platforms continue to thrive. These networks exploit enforcement gaps and target vulnerable groups, particularly unemployed youth and low-income households. While the promise of quick financial […]
Nearly 40% of employed South Africans now gamble regularly to bridge monthly financial gaps, boost their income, and cope with increasing household financial strain. This is according to new data from Old Mutual Corporate, which finds that gambling is increasingly being used by some employees as a way to cope with growing financial strain. “What […]
Africa’s growing gambling use is draining income that would ordinarily flow into groceries, entertainment, and mobile phone bills. Leaders of some of the continent’s largest companies are now warning about the harm the trend is inflicting on household budgets. “People are spending money in a black hole that could have been spent on food,” said […]
Makhudu Sefara, editor of the Sunday Times, was placed on “special leave” hours after it emerged that a company he solely owned was linked to a lottery-funded project under investigation by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU). His company, Unscripted Communication, received four payments totaling R550,000 between 21 November and 12 December 2018 from Todi Media […]
SBC Events will have an even stronger focus on regulation in 2026 after the B2B events and media company signed a tripartite agreement with the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) and the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL). The agreement will see the three groups collaborate on regulatory education in iGaming across SBC’s events […]
On May 14, 2026, 1spin4win reached a significant milestone of five years on the iGaming market. The anniversary motto, The Gold Standard of Classic Slots, reflects the studio’s evolution into a recognized name in the classic slot niche, built on years of industry expertise and commitment to delivering authentic gambling experiences. Its portfolio features more […]
iGaming AFRIKA 2026 closed on a glittering high note, as the continent’s most influential gaming operators, suppliers, regulators, and innovators gathered for a landmark Awards Ceremony at Nairobi’s Hyatt Regency Hotel. The evening honored excellence across Africa’s fast-maturing gaming industry, with 25 awards presented across categories spanning sports betting, casino gaming, responsible gambling, affiliate marketing, […]
KGL Group of Companies has reiterated its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship and national development by paying GHS 153 million in corporate income tax to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The payment was presented during a tax compliance ceremony held at the GRA Head Office in Accra. The event underlined the Group’s continued contribution to […]
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has finally submitted the much-awaited Finance Bill 2026 to Parliament, which introduces a wide range of taxes affecting the second-hand clothing industry, importation of mobile phones, and gambling activities, among others. According to the bill reviewed by Kenyans.co.ke, the government has introduced a higher excise duty on mobile phones and […]
