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The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) of South Africa and the Gaming Board of Tanzania (GBT) have strengthened regional regulatory collaboration by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving lottery oversight, governance, and knowledge sharing. The agreement was formalized during the Tanzanian delegation’s benchmarking visit to Pretoria on 7 July, further advancing cooperation […]
South Africa’s National Lotteries Commission (NLC) has announced the appointment of King Tembinkosi Bonakele as the new Chairperson of its Board, marking a new phase for the Commission as it works to strengthen governance, accountability, and oversight in the lottery sector. Bonakele’s appointment comes as South Africa advances reforms to improve how the National Lottery […]
A resident of the Ndwedwe area, just outside Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has become Sizekhaya’s first-ever Lottery PowerBall Jackpot winner after scooping an incredible R128 million. The life-changing prize was won in the PowerBall draw on 2 June 2026 after the lucky player matched all the winning numbers with a R30 ticket purchased at a Boxer […]
South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) has issued a statement disputing media reports that it was ordered to repay the full R24.98 million grant awarded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) in 2016. According to SASCOC, the reports misrepresent the findings of the judgment delivered by the Special Tribunal. The organisation explained that […]
Benin National Lottery (LNB SA) has appointed Marius Adanzounon as its new Director General, ushering in a new phase of digital transformation, operational modernization, and sustainable growth for the state-owned lottery. Adanzounon officially assumed office on June 16, succeeding Gaston Zossou, who led the organization for the past decade. His appointment marks a leadership transition […]
The National Lottery of Burkina Faso (LONAB) reaffirmed its commitment to promoting journalistic excellence by presenting a special award during the 29th edition of the Galian Awards, held on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Ouaga 2000 Banquet Hall. Represented by its Director General, Ibrahim Ben Harouna Zarani, LONAB participated in one of Burkina Faso’s […]
The National Lottery Board (NLB) has successfully concluded a strategic benchmarking and knowledge-exchange visit to the Gaming Board of Tanzania in Dar es Salaam, as Kenya advances preparations for the launch and operationalization of its National Lottery. The engagement forms part of the Board’s broader efforts to draw on regional best practices and strengthen the […]
The Rwandan government has officially appointed Moja Rwanda Limited as the new operator of the National Lottery. This decision follows a strategic gap in operations that began in October 2025. With the appointment formalized on April 3, 2026, the country is set to resume lottery activities under a newly approved state framework. The appointment marks […]
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB), through the National Lottery & Gambling Commission (NLGC), has announced a call for applications from qualified and reputable operators to manage and operate the National Lottery in Rwanda. The re-establishment of the National Lottery is part of the Government of Rwanda’s broader strategy to mobilize predictable proceeds to support public-interest […]
National Lottery operator ITHUBA Uganda has launched a transformative Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Empowerment Programme aimed at uplifting Uganda’s boda boda riders through financial inclusion, digital skills development, and entrepreneurship. Developed with the support of the Boda Boda Association of Uganda, this initiative aims to provide riders with more than just tool, it offers them […]
