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South Africa is experiencing a staggering R1.5-trillion gambling boom News

Online Gambling Boom Surges in South Africa

South Africa is experiencing a dramatic increase in gambling activity driven primarily by online sports betting. Over the past decade and accelerating since the Covid-19 pandemic gambling has migrated from casinos and racetracks to smartphones, increasing accessibility, exposure and producing significant social and economic harms. This shift aligns with broader digital gambling growth trends post-Covid-19 […]

Kenya

iGaming AFRIKA Summit Announce First Edition Award Shortlists

iGaming AFRIKA Summit (iGA Summit 2026) has announced the shortlists for the 1st edition of the iGA Summit Awards, the first ceremony to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, as part of the inaugural iGaming AFRIKA Summit 2026. Themed “celebrating excellence and innovation within the African Gaming industry”, the ceremony will spotlight standout achievements from operators, providers, industry leaders, […]

Companies Global

STS Partners with IBIA to Enhance Sports Betting Integrity

Leading Central European sportsbook STS, part of Entain Group, has partnered with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) to bolster integrity safeguards across its betting operations. STS will feed data into IBIA’s Global Monitoring and Alert Platform (Global MAP), which already covers more than 200 betting brands and monitors over $300 billion in sports betting […]

Liberia Amputee National Team Sports

Liberia Amputee National Team Wins New Silver Medal

The Liberia Amputee National Team has consistently maintained a high level of performance internationally, recently achieving a silver medal at the West African Para Games. However, this historic accomplishment has raised significant concerns regarding the support provided to the team. Their success on the field encapsulates a profound narrative of human struggle and pride. Beyond […]

PFL partners with Sportradar Companies

PFL and Sportradar Announce Global Betting Partnership

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a strategic agreement with Sportradar to enhance global betting data and streaming rights. This collaboration marks a significant evolution in how fans engage with the excitement of PFL events. Under this exclusive agreement, Sportradar becomes a foundational element of the PFL’s global betting and gaming strategy. The partnership […]

Hollywoodbets partners with RubyPlay Companies

RubyPlay Slots Titles Now Live on Hollywoodbets Platform

Hollywoodbets has enhanced its iGaming offering in South Africa through a new partnership with RubyPlay, an innovative B2B iGaming development studio. This collaboration introduces a selection of RubyPlay’s exciting slot titles to Hollywoodbets’ platform, further broadening its gaming portfolio. As part of this agreement, players at Hollywoodbets can now access popular RubyPlay games, including Elephant […]

EGT Digital Partners with Sunbet in South Africa Companies South Africa

Sunbet brings EGT Digital Slots Titles to its Casino Platform

EGT Digital, a leading global provider of casino content, is excited to announce a new partnership with Sunbet, one of South Africa’s premier online gambling operators. This collaboration will bring a selection of EGT Digital’s top-performing slot titles including Sugartime, 10 Crown Hot, and 10 Shining Diamond to Sunbet’s platform, further enhancing their casino offerings […]

Formular One Partners with Betway Global

Formula One Names Betway Its First Official Betting Partner

Formula One has announced a significant multi-year partnership with Betway, making the online betting company the sport’s first official betting operator. The agreement was revealed on Thursday, just ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Betway, headquartered in Malta and operated by global holding company Super Group, will serve as an official betting […]

Betclic Group Global

Betclic Group Processes 1.5 billion Transactions Monthly

Betclic Group, a leading digital entertainment and sports betting platform, has announced a significant operational milestone: processing over 1.5 billion transactions every month. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to providing a seamless, reliable, and secure experience for millions of players worldwide. As digital engagement in sports and gaming continues to rise, platforms must be […]

SAPS and Hawks Faces Parliament Over National Lottery Probe South Africa

Tribunal Refute Old Lottery Grant Awarded to Madumelani NPO

Special Tribunal Judge President Margaret Victor sided with the Special Investigation Unit (SIU), invalidating a 2018 grant awarded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) to Madumelani NPO. This funding was originally approved for the construction of a cultural village. Judge Victor found that brothers Tshimangadzo and Ndoweni Mukutu, along with affiliated entities, worked together to […]