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The LONASE Foundation has signed an agreement for the construction of a new Socio-Educational Centre in Mampatim, in Senegal’s Kolda region, marking a new step in its commitment to supporting youth development and local communities. The agreement was signed on October 1, 2026, and will pave the way for the development of a dedicated space […]
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has paid a GH¢10 million dividend to Ghana’s Consolidated Fund through the Ministry of Finance, reaffirming the Authority’s contribution to national development and public finances. The dividend was formally presented by NLA Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam to representatives of the Ministry of Finance. During the presentation, Abdul-Salam highlighted ongoing reforms at […]
Kenya’s Senate has given the Kilifi County Government 30 days to account for delays in developing regulations required to implement its Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Act and 35 other pieces of county legislation. The directive was issued on September 22, 2026, by the Senate Committee on Delegated Legislation during a meeting at the Kilifi County […]
Ghana’s National Lottery Authority (NLA) has received formal recognition from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) for its support of the College’s 50th anniversary celebrations. On September 17, representatives from GAFCSC visited the NLA headquarters as part of a broader appreciation programme for organizations that contributed to activities marking the Golden Jubilee. […]
1xBet is set to return to the Liberian market through LIPAY Inc. after the National Lottery Authority (NLA) restored the company’s licensing status following a settlement of the regulatory dispute. A September 25 report reproducing an NLA statement says that LIPAY Inc. was issued a one-year licence on September 22, 2026 for the 2026/2027 licensing […]
Bet360 has entered Ivory Coast regulated sports betting and online gaming market, adding another operator to the country’s increasingly competitive digital gambling sector. The platform, operated by Noventis SAS, officially launched in Côte d’Ivoire on April 28, 2026, following the issuance of a license by the National Lottery of Côte d’Ivoire (LONACI). The launch places […]
The Burkinabe National Lottery (LONAB) has presented a cheque worth 82,516,500 FCFA to Bienvenue Boro, a merchant from Ouahigouya who won the prize in the 4+1 draw held on September 4, 2026. The official cheque presentation ceremony took place on September 25, 2026, bringing together LONAB officials, partners from its sales network and other guests […]
The Management of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) wishes to remind all Private Lotto Operators (PLOs), Agents, and Writers that, following the extension of the deadline for the cessation of manual lotto operations, the use of manual paper operations should cease by 1st October, 2026. All PLOs, Agents, and Writers who fail to comply with […]
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has launched a new enforcement effort to bring Liberia’s rapidly evolving gaming industry under tighter regulatory control. On September 10, the NLA issued a Notice of Default, an Administrative Directive, and a Demand to Cease and Desist against Seven Blue Ltd, a Delaware-registered company, and associated entities. The NLA says […]
Telecel Ghana has presented GH¢1 million to Adiza Ibrahim, the first monthly grand prize winner of the Telecel M’ahitti Promo. Adiza, a widowed mother of eight from Prang, a rural community several hours from Ghana’s capital, had received messages about the promotion before eventually opting in after her daughter encouraged her to participate. She never […]
