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World Sports Betting (WSB), one of the country’s longest standing and most trusted brands, has stepped up to meet this demand. WSB has reloaded its offerings, unveiling a new website and the industry-leading Club Privé rewards program. WSB’s revamp introduces a faster, more intuitive platform packed with new features. Players can now enjoy a wider […]
NEO.bet South Africa reaffirmed its commitment to industry-leading player protection measures during last week’s Responsible Gambling Summit held at Emperors Palace. This two-day event brought together regulators, operators, non-profit organizations, health professionals, and various industry stakeholders for essential discussions on responsible gambling in South Africa As South Africa’s gambling landscape expands rapidly, access to betting […]
SportPesa new sponsorship with DHL Stormers is set to bring rugby fans closer to their heroes through innovative activations and fan-focused campaigns. When SportPesa announced its three-year deal as the Stormers’ official betting partner, many assumed it was just another sponsorship. But this partnership goes far beyond financial support or traditional branding. It’s designed to […]
Goldrush Holdings has announced that the recently awarded R180 billion National Lottery License to Sizekhaya Holdings, in which it holds a 50% stake, is being contested by two other bidders in court. During the release of Goldrush’s interim results on Friday, director Jan van Niekerk noted that these legal challenges are ongoing, and shareholders will […]
Betclic has become the first and only French operator to obtain the international RG Check certification, the world’s leading benchmark in player protection. Betclic Group ranks among the top three global performers out of 170 assessed operators. This certification underscores Betclic Group’s commitment to making online gaming safe, responsible, and transparent The RG Check certification […]
Gambling addiction is tearing families apart in KwaZulu-Natal, as pensioners, retirees, and even young people fall prey to the allure of slot machines and online betting platforms. A disturbing trend has emerged, with 27% of social grant recipients reportedly gambling away their monthly support. Pensioners and vulnerable citizens are risking their last rands in casinos, […]
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is investigating lottery grants exceeding R34 million awarded to the Soweto Media Resources Centre (SMRC), which operates the radio station Jozi FM. The probe follows public disputes between Jozi FM’s Board and its management highlighted during a media conference on October 18, led by CEO Mpho Mhlongo. Mhlongo has raised […]
Bomi County Senator Edwin M. Snowe has written to the Liberian Senate raising serious concerns about an alleged gambling center operating inside the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) compound, the country’s state-owned radio and television station. Sen. Snowe briefed the Senate on Monday, November 11, 2025, after his communication was read in plenary. He explained that […]
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has suspended 1,024 players from its professional leagues as part of an investigation into betting activity, including 27 players from Turkey’s top division, who have been referred to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK). As a result of this decision, matches in the third and fourth divisions of Turkish football […]
The Gaming Supervision Institute (ISJ) and the Capital Markets Commission (Comissão do Mercado de Capitais – CMC) have formalized a landmark Institutional Cooperation Protocol designed to reinforce regulatory coordination, improve oversight, and mitigate risks across Angola’s gaming and financial markets. The agreement was signed by Dr. Nerethz Tati, Director General of the ISJ, and Dr. […]
