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The National Lottery of Côte d’Ivoire (LONACI) participated in the recent Board of Directors meeting of the African Lotteries Association (ALA) in Accra, Ghana. The meeting, led by Mr. Dramane Coulibaly, who is both the Director-General of LONACI and President of the ALA, featured a high-level Ivorian delegation. The meeting brought together executives and senior […]
The debate surrounding the proposed Central Gaming Bill, which sought to amend Nigeria’s National Lottery Act, has been conclusively resolved following a clear reaffirmation of Nigeria’s constitutional framework by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Over recent months, the bill triggered widespread concern among state governments and industry stakeholders, particularly over questions of constitutional jurisdiction. At the […]
As part of its ongoing commitment to social development, the LONACI Foundation has made significant investments to enhance education and healthcare infrastructure across various regions of Côte d’Ivoire. On Wednesday, December 15, 2025, the Foundation officially unveiled newly completed social infrastructures during a ceremony at its headquarters in Deux-Plateaux Vallon, Abidjan. The event was chaired […]
Ethiopia security and regulatory authorities have raised alarms about illegal sports betting and lottery operations conducted by an unlicensed organization. These activities pose risks to government revenue, public interest, and national security. An official document was sent to national security and regulatory bodies, requesting action against an organization operating outside the legal framework for sports […]
The Ethiopian Lottery Service has officially revoked the licenses of all sports betting organizations previously licensed to operate in Ethiopia, effective December 15, 2025. The decision follows directives issued by the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and is based on the regulatory powers granted to the Ethiopian Lottery Service under existing laws. […]
The Government of The Gambia will raise taxes on tobacco products and gambling winnings as part of its 2026 revenue measures, Seedy Keita, Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs announced, during his presentation to the National Assembly. These changes are in line with the country’s commitments under the WHO and ECOWAS tobacco control frameworks. Minister […]
A Moroccan delegation recently visited Abidjan as part of the strategic partnership between the National Lottery de Côte d’Ivoire (LONACI) and the Royal Society of Horse Encouragement (SOREC). This collaboration aims to enhance mutual interests in promoting horse racing and lottery activities in both regions. The meeting commenced with opening remarks from Mr. Cheick Oumar […]
As part of its ongoing social development initiatives, the LONACI FOUNDATION inaugurated a state-of-the-art integrated health center in the village of Toranou, located within the sub-prefecture of Booko, Touba Department. This facility, fully constructed and equipped by the FOUNDATION, provides comprehensive healthcare services and includes on-site housing for midwives, ensuring sustainable access to quality medical […]
LONASE general Manager, Dr. Toussaint Manga, recently highlighted the organization’s commitment to continuous learning and innovation following a visit from Lottotech. The meeting underscored the potential of strategic partnerships to accelerate LONASE’s transformation and enhance services for stakeholders. “Lottotech’s visit reminds us that learning is a journey that never ends,” said Dr. Manga. “At LONASE, […]
The Ministry of Sports and Leisure Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) announced, in a communiqué published on June 19, 2025, the signing of a memorandum of understanding for a public-private partnership with Burundi’s East African General Trading Company (EAGT). This partnership aims to modernize the oversight of the gambling and sports betting sector, a rapidly […]
