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A man, only identified as VZ, is in serious financial trouble after spending more than R2.6 million on online gambling over just six days. He had a bank account with Investec Bank that came with a credit limit of R150,000, but because of a system error on the bank’s side, he was able to spend […]
The Club 500 Points Chase is running at Wild Coast Sun Casino until Saturday, February 28, 2026. To enter, simply play slots or table games to earn points that can be exchanged for draw tickets. One lucky winner will be chosen to receive a bag full of cash imagine what you could do with R500,000! […]
The Copperbelt Police have confirmed the death of a 50-year-old night watchman, Chivweta Kafwainda, whose body was discovered at a local Lottery Club in Luanshya. According to Copperbelt Police Commissioner Peacewell Siandenge, Kafwainda’s body was found during routine security checks by Council Police Officer Fresher Mbewe. Upon arriving at the premises, Mbewe noticed that the […]
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 […]
