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Sun International has pledged to prevent online gambling account activation for customers who declare that they receive SASSA social grants or NSFAS funding. The move comes amid growing concern about South Africa’s gambling crisis, as more people turn to betting in the hope of making ends meet while household budgets are under pressure. Student allowances […]
Sun International has launched its Group Responsible Gambling Charter, outlining a series of commitments aimed at strengthening player protection, promoting responsible gambling practices and improving accountability across its operations. The initiative calls for regulatory measures that encourage players to use licensed gambling platforms where consumer protections are in place. It also establishes commitments covering advertising […]
Bede Gaming has congratulated longstanding partner Sun International following continued growth from its digital gaming brand, Sunbet, during the first half of 2026. According to Bede Gaming, Sunbet recorded a 35.5% year-on-year increase in revenue during the first half of the year, highlighting continued momentum for Sun International’s digital gaming operations. Bede Gaming said it […]
The Nedbank Golf Challenge, known as “Africa Major,” will return to a transformed Gary Player Country Club this December, with the most significant course redesign in the tournament’s history creating a new championship test for some of world golf’s biggest names. The course transformation is the headline development ahead of the 44th edition of the […]
This Mandela Day, two families from communities surrounding Sun City Resort received the keys to homes they can now call their own. Delivered through Sun International Festival of Giving, the initiative brought together government, business, employees, and local community members, all working toward one shared purpose: creating lasting impact where it matters most. The homes […]
Sun International subsidiary GrandWest and Flanagan & Gerard Property Group have begun construction on the R650 million GrandWest Mall development within the GrandWest entertainment precinct in Cape Town. This follows the successful transfer of land into the joint venture between Flanagan & Gerard (90%) and GrandWest (10%), announced in May 2026. For Sun International, this […]
Sun International confirms the appointment of Charlene Ludick as the new General Manager for Meropa Casino & Entertainment World. In her new role, Ludick will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Limpopo property, with a focus on operational excellence, guest experience, employee engagement, governance, regulatory compliance, and meaningful stakeholder and community engagement. Ludick brings more than 25 years […]
Sun International has sharply criticised a new proposal from National Treasury, warning that the plan to impose an additional tax on online gambling could make South Africa one of the most heavily taxed gambling markets in the world and undermine the stability of the legal industry. The company’s reaction follows Treasury’s release of a discussion […]
In a move that underscores its commitment to becoming a truly digitally led entertainment powerhouse, Sun International has appointed Leslie Peters as Chief Technology & Product Officer (CTPO). A seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in software engineering, gaming systems, and large-scale digital transformation, Peters brings deep expertise in building high-performance teams and […]
As online gaming platform SunBet reports impressive mid-year results with a 70% increase in income, Sun International is increasingly leveraging technology across its operations to thrive in a digital landscape. In the six months leading up to June, SunBet’s revenue surged to R874 million, accounting for nearly one-fifth of the gambling company’s total income. This […]
