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An SIU investigation led to a R4 million National Lotteries Commission (NLC) grant for an Eastern Cape borehole project. Consequently, the boreholes were found to have been constructed three years earlier. The grant was awarded to the Mshandukani Foundation, a registered non-profit organization (NPO). It claimed it would provide clean water to rural communities, benefit […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has intensified its nationwide enforcement campaign, confiscating 77 unlicensed gaming machines during coordinated operations conducted across the districts of Lyantonde, Sheema, Isingiro, Ibanda, Mbarara, Rukungiri, and Ntungamo. The operation underscores the Board’s commitment to ensuring that gaming regulation is not a one-time exercise, but a sustained nationwide […]
The National Lottery of Burkina Faso (LONAB) held the official draw of large prizes on July 30, 2026, awarding two lucky winners in the 4+1 event of Burkinabe Urban Mutual Betting (PMU’B). The draw took place at LONAB headquarters in Ouagadougou, and was presided over by Comrade Yamba Jean ZIDA, Director of Sports Operations, representing […]
Officials at Baron Sports Gaming Ltd, commonly known as Forzza, said they were “surprised” after the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) suspended the company’s operations with immediate effect, citing repeated violations of Rwanda’s gaming regulations. In a statement released on Thursday, July 30, RDB said the suspension covers all Forzza outlets, agents, digital platforms, and any […]
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has scored a major victory in its fight against corruption at the National Lotteries Commission (NLC). The Special Tribunal has declared a R4 million grant paid to the Mshandukani Foundation unlawful and ordered that the money be repaid with interest. In a judgment delivered, the Tribunal reviewed and overturned the […]
The measure is set out in an internal information note signed by Lonase Director General and sent to all employees. The General Directorate of the Senegalese National Lottery (Lonase) has decided to suspend, as a precautionary step, the effects of all promotions and staff benefits granted during the past six months. The note explains that […]
The Loterie Nationale de Côte d’Ivoire (LONACI) has continued its nationwide TIR GROUPÉ outreach campaign with the third stage of the initiative held in San Pedro, reinforcing its commitment to bringing lottery products and services closer to local communities. The campaign, which took place on Thursday, July 23, 2026, was led by Mr. Khalil Coulibaly […]
The Ethiopia Lottery Service (ELS) has issued a public clarification following reports circulating on social media and other media platforms by certain sports betting organisations. According to the regulator, while it respects the court’s decision and the ongoing legal process, the court order relating to the case has been suspended in accordance with legal procedures. […]
LONACI (Loterie Nationale de Côte d’Ivoire) has officially launched its nationwide Tiré Group Tour, a major promotional campaign designed to increase public awareness of its products, strengthen customer engagement, and reinforce its presence across Côte d’Ivoire. The nationwide initiative officially commenced on Friday, July 17, 2026, in the western city of Man, marking the beginning […]
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), in partnership with the Uganda Police Force, has intensified its nationwide enforcement campaign against illegal gaming operations under Operation “Mashine Haramu.” To date, the joint operation has resulted in the impoundment of more than 6,000 illegal gaming machines across Uganda, including a recent seizure of 215 machines […]
