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A mobile money vendor in Chingola, Obby Chishala, has been arrested for fabricating a story about being robbed to conceal his misuse of customer funds, shedding light on the growing concerns surrounding financial ethics in Zambia’s rapidly evolving digital payment landscape. According to Pathias Siandenge, the 37-year-old Copperbelt Police Chief, reported to the police that […]
The era of gambling operators dominating South Africa airwaves, billboards, and sports pitches may soon come to an end. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) is currently drafting new rules and standards for gambling advertising. Officials expect to publish these regulations by July 2026. This move responds directly to calls for tougher restrictions […]
The challenge of combating illicit drugs in Nigeria has reached new levels of urgency. The Nigerian government, through the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has implemented a range of measures aimed at reducing both drug supply and demand. Although significant progress has been achieved, the emerging connection between drug abuse and gambling presents new […]
Liberia initiative to introduce a Central Monitoring System (CMS) for the gambling sector is facing increasing scrutiny amid concerns about the legal status of the winning bidder, potential conflicts of interest, and the current state of the contract’s execution. Documents reviewed indicate that Agra Technologies LLC, awarded the CMS contract, was incorporated on January 31, […]
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has taken significant steps to combat underage gambling in Liberia by launching a nationwide enforcement operation. This initiative marks a stronger regulatory approach to what is recognized as an escalating threat to the youth of the country. On February 17, 2026, the NLA announced the deployment of enforcement teams and […]
The Lagos State Government has officially commenced the collection of a 5% Withholding Tax (WHT) on all gaming winnings. This implementation follows applicable Nigerian tax laws and specific regulatory directives aimed at the gaming industry. The new tax applies to net winnings from all licensed gaming platforms operating within Lagos State. Operators must perform the […]
The National Lottery Burkinabè (LONAB) proudly hosted an official handover ceremony today for two lucky winners of significant prizes at the Pari Mutuel Urban Burkinabè (PMU’B). The event took place at the Karpala ECD hall and was led by Mr. Dieudonne VEBAMBA, Technical Advisor, representing LONAB’s General Manager, Mr. Ibrahim Ben Harouna ZARANI. Mr. Léon […]
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to modernizing tax administration by promoting secure and convenient digital payment platforms. This initiative supports compliance across all sectors of the economy, including the rapidly growing gambling industry, and aligns with Zambia’s broader goal of creating a more efficient, transparent, and cashless tax system. ZRA encourages […]
Wazaa Bet, a leading online gaming operator in Sierra Leone, has experienced remarkable growth following its partnership with QTech Games in the fourth quarter of 2025. After integrating QTech’s platform, Wazaa Bet reported a 58% increase in total turnover in December, followed by a 49% rise in January and a 30% boost in active players […]
An Ohio man’s persistence paid off after 22 years, winning $3.5 million in the Ohio Lottery’s Classic Lotto game. The winning numbers: 6, 8, 16, 20, 26, and 45 were drawn on February 4, according to an official Ohio Lottery press release. When he saw the results, the winner exclaimed to his wife, “We’re going […]
