Be the First to Stay Informed with the Latest Gambling News across Africa.
Rwanda could introduce stronger measures to regulate the betting industry after concerns were raised in Parliament over gambling’s impact on household finances, savings and the wider economy. The issue was raised in Parliament on October 2 by Senator Charles Murigande during Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva’s address to both chambers on government initiatives aimed at strengthening […]
South Africa’s National Treasury published its discussion paper on a proposed national online gambling tax in November 2025. The comment period closed in February 2026, but the debate has continued. Having tracked South Africa’s licensed operator market for more than a decade, I can say with some confidence that the aspect of the proposal receiving […]
SportPesa has launched the inaugural SportPesa National Pool Circuit, a nationwide competition aimed at transforming pool from a popular recreational activity into a structured and competitive sport with clear pathways for player development. The circuit will provide pool players across Kenya with a national platform to compete, develop their skills and gain recognition, while creating […]
South Africa’s Western Cape collected R1.192 billion (US$72.9 million) in gambling tax revenue between January and July 2026, according to the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB). Sports betting accounted for the largest share of tax receipts. Sports betting generated R692.44 million (US$42.3 million) in tax, followed by horse racing at R217.68 million (US$13.3 […]
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 […]
The measure Provisional Measure 1.394, published on 25 September 2026 and in force on publication, prohibits the operation, offer and advertising of fixed-odds sports betting and online games in Brazil, including state authorizations. Other lottery products authorized by law are not affected. Licenses granted under Law 14.790/2023 are extinguished 30 days after publication, with no […]
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 Gaming Regulatory Authority (ARJH) and the High Authority for Communication (HACA) have held a working session to address concerns surrounding misleading advertising for sports betting on digital platforms in Côte d’Ivoire. The meeting, held at HACA headquarters, focused on strengthening oversight of digital advertising and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements governing gaming-related communications. Leading […]
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 […]
Kiambu Fight Night delivered an action-packed evening of professional boxing drawing a strong crowd to The Bar Next Door in Kiambu, Kenya. Organized by Aiwex Sports and powered by SportyBet, the tournament featured seven under-card bouts across multiple weight divisions, with several fighters securing knockout victories while others battled to closely contested draws. The evening […]
