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China Bans 73 for Life in Football Match-Fixing Scandal

As part of President Xi Jinping’s extensive anti-corruption campaign, Chinese football authorities (CFA) have imposed lifetime bans on 73 individuals, including former national team coach Li Tie, and Penalize 13 professional clubs for match-fixing and corruption. These sweeping measures follow a systematic review by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) and aim to strengthen discipline, enhance […]

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Super Group Cautions on Rising Gambling Taxes Across Africa

As Africa contributes roughly 40% of its total revenue, Super Group (SGHC), the parent company of Betway Africa, has warned that increasingly aggressive gambling taxes across the continent could undermine regulated markets by pushing players toward unlicensed operators, even as the company plans further expansion in 2026. Super Group argues that excessively high tax rates […]

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Guinea Lottery Invests in League Cup to Boost Local Football

The National Lottery of Guinea (LONAGUI) is deeply committed to enhancing the country’s football landscape by supporting the League Cup, an important tournament for professional clubs. This initiative showcases how regulated lottery revenue can be strategically reinvested to promote sports development and strengthen fan engagement nationwide. As Guinea’s official lottery operator, LONAGUI has long been […]

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Gambling Regulatory Authority Tackles Gambling in Universities

The Gambling Regulatory Authority has shown strong support for initiatives aimed at reducing gambling-related harm in Kenyan universities following a stakeholder forum at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST). During the event, Assistant Director Oluoch Oyucho praised JOOUST’s research on gambling impacts, specifically highlighting the GEPU project (Gambling Effects on University Populations). […]

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NLGRB Participate in the Gaming Regulatory Reforms at ICE Barcelona

The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), including members Mr. William Blick, Ms. Faridah Bahemuka, Ms. Stella Akullo, Mr. Denis Ngabirano, and the operations team, recently participated in ICE Barcelona 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential exhibitions dedicated to the regulated gambling and gaming sector. This prestigious event served as a […]

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NLA and KGL Welcomes Presidential Directive on Contract Review

The former Head of Public Relations at the National Lotteries Authority (NLA), Dr. Razak Kojo Opoku, has commended the Mahama administration for upholding the NLA–KGL licensing agreement. He described this decision as a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to fostering private sector growth and supporting indigenous entrepreneurship. In a statement released in Accra, Dr. […]

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How Online Gambling in South Africa is Rapidly Escalating

The online gambling industry in South Africa is rapidly escalating and does not exist in isolation. It relies on accommodating regulations and a tax regime that the country’s fragmented legislation provides. This industry preys on a desperate population that clings to the hope of life-changing jackpots. It thrives in a financial system that allows billions […]

NLC Official Loses Pension Amid Lottery Fraud Allegations South Africa

NLC Official Loses Pension Amid Lottery Fraud Allegations

The Special Tribunal has frozen a R500,000 pension payout to Sibonelo Vilakazi, a former client liaison officer for the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) in KwaZulu-Natal. He allegedly misused his position to channel tens of millions of rands to himself, and a company controlled by his wife. Vilakazi and his wife, Nosipho Zanele Zuma, are accused […]

Uganda

NLGRB Records Massive Surge in Non-tax Revenue in 2025

The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has reported a massive surge in revenue. According to officials, annual non-tax revenue collections grew from Shs1.14 billion in the 2019/2020 financial year to Shs8.79 billion in 2024/2025. Acting Executive Director Bernard Winyi presented these figures to the Finance Committee of Parliament. He highlighted the impressive long-term […]

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Zimbabwe New Tax Measure Reshape Gambling Operators Business

Zimbabwe new tax measures introduced by Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube are anticipated to considerably raise the cost of doing business, especially for gambling operators, who will now face stricter tax oversight. In his presentation of the 2026 National Budget, Ncube detailed his approach to obtaining a significant portion of the ZWG312 billion spending plan through […]