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Ghana Gaming Commission Cracks Down on Betting Companies Near Schools and Religious Institutions

The Ghana Gaming Commission has announced plans to clamp down on betting companies operating near schools and religious institutions, citing concerns over their impact on minors and vulnerable groups. Commissioner Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo, during a familiarization tour, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to enforcing zoning regulations and ensuring compliance within the industry. He stressed that gambling […]

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Gaming News Nigeria Sports-Betting

Meridianbet Launches in Nigeria: A New Era in Sports Betting with Innovation and Responsibility

Meridianbet, a global betting company with over three decades of experience, officially launches in Nigeria through a strategic partnership with Masterslive Network, according to a statement. Building on its success in African markets like Tanzania and South Africa, Meridianbet is set to bring a world-class betting experience to the Nigerian market. The company enters this […]

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Ghana Sports-Betting

Ghana’s Sports Betting Industry: A Pathway to Economic Growth and Sports Development

Ghana’s burgeoning sports betting industry, projected to generate US$32.99 million in revenue by 2025, offers a promising avenue for economic growth. Driven by mobile technology adoption and a youthful, football-loving population, the sector is poised for continued expansion. According to Statista, a German data gathering and visualisation platform, revenues are expected to reach US$39.50 million […]

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Gaming Ghana Sports

Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo Appointed Acting Commissioner of the Gaming Commission of Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo as the acting Commissioner of the Gaming Commission of Ghana. Mr. Quainoo’s appointment was announced in a January 22 letter signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President. The appointment, which aligns with Article 195(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 67 of the Gaming […]

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News Sports

Highlight Games Launches Laliga Soccerbet Channel With Customers In Africa

London, 7th January 2025 – London-based video virtuals and instant win games specialist Highlight Games Limited today announces that its exclusive SOCCERBET product featuring archive LALIGA footage is now live with customers in Africa via a dedicated satellite channel. As of this month, operators including BetStar, ZukaBet, MasterBet and Sky Games will offer customers SOCCERBET […]

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Global News Sports-Betting

Allwyn Enters Agreement to Acquire 51% Stake in Novibet, Enhancing Online Sports Betting Portfolio

Allwyn, a leading multi-national lottery operator, announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a 51% stake in Logflex MT Holding Limited, the owner of the growing online sports betting and gaming group Novibet, subject to customary regulatory and antitrust approvals. Novibet is an established gaming operator with its own technology stack, which […]

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News South Africa Sports-Betting

Reponsible Gaming, Key to Sports Betting Growth in South Africa

The sports betting and online casino industry has seen rapid growth since the Covid pandemic with an ever-expanding and engaging audience that transcends race and gender with a 40% increase year-on-year between 2019 and 2023, contributing hundreds of millions of Rand to the South African economy and providing employment to thousands of South Africans. Ladies […]

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