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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 […]
Sun International online betting operation, Sunbet, has become a significant contributor to the group’s profits. In the first half of this year, it reported adjusted earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation, and amortization (Ebitda) of R292 million on an income of R874 million. This performance is now comparable to that of the group’s traditional cash cow, […]
Sun International is looking to acquire new companies after its attempt to purchase Peermont, the owner of Emperors Palace, was unsuccessful. The deal, valued at around R7 billion, was terminated due to issues with competition regulators. In October 2024, the Competition Commission recommended that the Competition Tribunal reject the acquisition, stating it would substantially prevent […]
