Ethiopia Confirms No Licensed Sports Betting Operators, Warns Public
The Ethiopian Lottery Service (ELS) has issued a public warning confirming that no sports betting operator is currently licensed to…
Uganda Gaming Regulator Secures ISO 27001 Certification for Data Security
National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has secured ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, marking a major step in strengthening information security…
Benin National Lottery Approves US$6m Dividend, Eyes Francophone AfricaExpansion
Loterie Nationale du Bénin has approved a dividend payout of approximately US$6m, highlighting strong financial performance as the operator positions…
Botswana Gambling Authority Appoints Kemorwale as Substantive CEO
The Botswana Gambling Authority has confirmed Kemorwale Kemorwale as its permanent chief executive officer, formalising leadership at the regulator.
Senegal Appoints Abdourahmane Baldé as New LONASE Director General
Senegal has named Abdourahmane Baldé as the new director general of the LONASE, marking a leadership transition at the state-owned
Kenya Introduces Sweeping Gambling Reforms Under New Licensing Framework
Kenya has officially rolled out a new era for its gambling industry, as the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) launches the…
National Lotteries Commission Gets New Leadership as South Africa Strengthens Oversight
The South African government has appointed King Tembinkosi Bonakele as Chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) Board and Mpho
South African Casinos Face June 30 AML Compliance Reporting Deadline
South African casinos have until June 30 to submit anti-money laundering (AML) compliance information to the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC)…
Tanzania Introduces 5% Betting Stakes Tax in Push to Boost Revenue andStrengthen Gambling Oversight
The Tanzanian government has announced plans to introduce a 5% excise duty on betting stakes as part of its 2026/27…
Uganda Cracks Down on Betting Firms with 30% Tax as June 30 Deadline Sparks Panic
Uganda’s betting companies and casino operators have been given until June 30 to clear any outstanding gaming tax obligations, with…