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The Deputy Director General for Administration at the Liberia National Lottery Authority (NLA), Ennish L. Fahnbulleh, has called on student leaders of the Cape Mount University Students’ Association (CAMUSA), AME University Chapter, to lead with integrity, empathy, service, and transparency, warning that leadership devoid of these values “will fail both the leader and those they […]
According to Ithuba, the operator of the National Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased at a retailer in Bergvliet, Cape Town. The lucky player spent just R70 and manually selected his numbers, often inspired by the birthdates of his loved ones. Upon realizing he had hit the jackpot, the married father could hardly contain his […]
The Enugu State Gaming and Lotto Commission (ESGC) notify the general public, industry operators, financial institutions, and all relevant stakeholders that the online betting platform Betjapa is NOT licensed, registered, or authorized by the Commission to operate within Enugu State or anywhere in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Recent reports circulating on X (formerly Twitter) […]
Bettors across Senegal started a coordinated 72-hour strike, protesting a newly implemented 20% gambling tax on winnings. Participants refused to engage in any betting activities nationwide, arguing that the tax undermines the regulated betting market. Bettor associations have labeled the levy as exploitation and a scam, according to reports from Seneweb. The National Lottery of […]
The Côte d’Ivoire National Lottery (LONACI) has announced an exciting partnership with Shell to make its lottery games available directly at Shell Select convenience stores located in service stations nationwide. This collaboration allows customers to participate in a variety of LONACI games while refueling, creating a seamless experience that blends daily routines with the thrill […]
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has announced significant milestones achieved through regulated gaming revenue, reaffirming the sector’s vital role in enhancing public welfare and infrastructure across the state. According to the LSLGA, funds generated over the past four years have directly facilitated major community improvements, including the renovation of 30 schools, the […]
Women in Gaming Africa (WiGA) is thrilled to announce its collaboration with ICE, the world’s most influential gaming industry event, as it enters its second year in Barcelona. ICE is widely recognized as the benchmark for gaming innovation, leadership, and community, often referred to as the “mothership” of annual gaming events. WiGA is proud to […]
Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Member of Parliament for Ketu South and Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has firmly dismissed allegations regarding the misuse of a GH¢90,000 support package received from the National Lottery Authority (NLA). In a statement to journalists, Gomashie clarified that the funds were allocated under the NLA’s Corporate Social Responsibility Fund […]
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 […]
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, […]
