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A fortunate individual has celebrated the arrival of spring with a life-changing win of R41 million in the latest Ithuba Lotto jackpot draw. The winner plans to purchase his dream house and car with his newfound wealth. “I’m planning to buy my dream house and car—things that would have taken me a lifetime to achieve. […]
There’s a unique energy that comes with rugby in Cape Town. The songs, the jerseys, and the electric atmosphere at DHL Stormers Stadium all contribute to making the DHL Stormers one of the most exciting teams in South African sports. That’s why SportPesa South Africa is proud to be the Official Sports Betting Partner of […]
EvenBet Gaming, a global leader in online poker software development, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Hollywoodbets, South Africa’s premier betting brand and one of the EGR Power 50 operators. Together, they have launched one of Africa’s first fully-fledged online poker platforms, marking a significant milestone in the continent’s iGaming evolution. The new […]
The National Gambling Board (NGB) has sounded the alarm over a surge in illegal online gambling, warning South Africans to avoid unlicensed websites as enforcement efforts are stepped up. The NGB is partnering with Provincial Licensing Authorities (PLAs) and law enforcement agencies to address the issue of illegal online gambling. This initiative aims to reduce […]
South Africa’s regulatory authorities need to take inspiration from international partners and address the growing issue of online betting and gambling, which has become a ‘wild west’ causing significant social problems. This call comes from Rise Mzansi MP Makashule Gana, following India’s recent decision to ban certain forms of “online money games” and related advertising. […]
Barney Pityana, the chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), has resigned, leaving two years remaining in his five-year term. Pityana communicated his decision to Trade, Industry, and Competition (TIC) Minister Parks Tau via letter, according to a source familiar with the situation. The reasons for his resignation remain unclear, but he had previously mentioned […]
LottoStar has once again demonstrated that its influence extends far beyond life-changing wins. In the past three months alone, the company has contributed over R3.8 million to transform vital causes across South Africa, supporting critical healthcare initiatives, urgent surgical care, and donor advocacy. At LottoStar, charity is a privilege, not an obligation. Through strategic partnerships, […]
Varsity Football 2025 has officially commenced, with SportPesa South Africa proudly supporting the tournament as an official partner of South Africa’s premier university football competition. Varsity Sports is more than just a tournament; it’s a proving ground for South Africa’s rising football stars. Each week, the country’s top university teams compete in high stakes matches […]
The Old Mutual App has observed that Online gambling has grown strongly in South Africa over the past few years, with a handful of companies making billions from the emerging trend. However, it comes with a significant negative impact on individual’s finances, with it proving highly addictive and, in some cases, forcing South Africans into […]
The winner of the R124 million SA Powerball jackpot purchased their ticket using the Absa banking app. This lucky player, draw will take home an impressive R124,602,697.30. According to National Lottery Ithuba, the winner spent R37.50 on their ticket and chose their numbers manually. In addition, seven players matched five numbers and each won over […]
