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Just two decades ago, Legalization of Sports Gambling was a vastly different landscape, gambling was just a niche activity. Shows like SportsCenter, national broadcasts, and newspapers focused primarily on scores, stats, and storylines, with little mention of betting lines or point spreads. At that time, sports gambling was largely hidden, confined to casinos, offshore operators, […]
National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board, through its Responsible Gambling Team, recently conducted a sensitization campaign across secondary schools in Nakasongola District as part of its continued effort to foster a culture of responsible gaming and combat underage gaming. This outreach initiative targeted adolescents and educators, reaching over 4,000 students and teachers from four schools: […]
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced the resumption of issuing license to new gambling operators, lifting a suspension that had been in place since 2024. In a statement issued, RDB stated that it is currently undergoing a “thorough review and redesign” of the legal and regulatory framework governing the gambling industry. The suspension affected […]
Caroline Kongwa, the Chief Strategic Advisor of the National Gambling Board (NGB) for the past six years, resigned earlier this month after an independent audit revealed significant findings. The NGB oversees South Africa’s approximately R60-billion gambling industry. Audit Findings The audit, conducted by TSU Investigation Services, found that performance bonuses paid to Kongwa during her […]
South Africa is facing a critical crisis where organized crime, online gambling syndicates, and political power intersect, threatening the foundations of its democracy. Rise Mzansi has declared the country’s gambling epidemic a national emergency, warning that it destroys lives while regulators remain passive. Makashule Gana, the party’s National Assembly caucus whip, stated during the Budget […]
Recent lotto draws have brought life-changing fortunes to several South Africans, particularly residents of Gauteng. The CEO of the national lottery, Charmaine Mabuza, emphasized the significance of these wins, highlighting that both victors became millionaires through affordable tickets. On July 9, 2025, two lucky players in Pretoria hit the jackpot. Player One Won R8,356,457.60 with a […]
The National Gambling Board (NGB) has allocated R596,000 to identify illegal gambling websites, with two personnel dedicated to this challenge. The NGB identified at least 90 online gambling websites operating illegally in South Africa, all registered and licensed overseas. Minister Tau noted that the NGB has not engaged with these illegal operators, which has hindered […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), in collaboration with the Uganda Police, has strengthened their efforts to combat illegal gaming operations across Uganda. In a series of activities, over 154 unauthorized gaming machines has been confiscated from Mpigi, Masaka, and neighboring towns. The joint operation highlights the NLGRB’s commitment to upholding the integrity […]
Zambians were shocked this morning by a disturbing Facebook post from Mubiana Mubiana, a 27-year-old police officer at Mongu Police Station. In his post, he announced his intention to end his life due to the devastating effects of gambling. Mubiana acknowledged that gambling has claimed many lives, and he expressed his fear that he would […]
For the year ending March 2024, South Africans spent an astonishing R1.1 trillion on gambling. This amount surpasses budgets for essential government departments like health and education. Lotteries, casinos, sports betting, and online gambling have driven this surge. Economic Dilemma: Lifeline or Time Bomb? Amid a national debate, many wonder if gambling serves as an […]
