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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced a rigorous crackdown on the increasing trend of students using their educational allowances for online gambling. This initiative aims to protect the integrity of public funds and ensure that financial aid is used for its intended purpose: supporting academic success. NSFAS Acting CEO, Waseem Carrim, has […]
Gaming Realms, a top provider of mobile-focused gaming content, has officially expanded into the South African market. This debut marks the company’s first entry into the African region. The expansion was made possible through a partnership with Hollywoodbets, one of South Africa’s most prominent betting and gaming brands. Local players now have access to Gaming […]
The era of gambling operators dominating South Africa airwaves, billboards, and sports pitches may soon come to an end. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) is currently drafting new rules and standards for gambling advertising. Officials expect to publish these regulations by July 2026. This move responds directly to calls for tougher restrictions […]
OpenBet, a global leader in betting technology, has reached a significant milestone in its partnership with South African operator World Sports Betting (WSB). During the 2026 World Sports Betting Cape Town Met, the platform successfully processed more than three times WSB’s average daily activity with zero downtime. This performance highlights the resilience of the technology […]
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Community members in Kimberley have taken a strong stand against illegal gambling. The local Safety and Security Task Team was filmed destroying gambling machines seized from spaza shops across the Northern Cape city. Protecting the Youth The task team states that their primary motivation is the protection of children. According to the group, these illegal […]
CT Interactive is thrilled to announce its official entry into South Africa regulated iGaming market. This move strengthens the company’s presence in one of the region’s fastest-growing gaming jurisdictions. 20 Certified Games Ready for Launch As part of the certification process, regulators have approved 20 popular titles for launch in South Africa. The certified portfolio […]
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South Africa’s National Treasury is considering a major policy shift that would introduce a 20% national tax on online and interactive gambling, responding to mounting social concerns and unprecedented wagering volumes driven by digital betting platforms. Recent data shows that gambling activity in the country has escalated sharply. A previous IOL report revealed that South […]
