Live Casino in Africa: Unlocking the Benefits, Overcoming the Challenges
Live casino is a type of online casino that offers real-time gaming experiences to players. It allows players to participate in live games, such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and poker, through a live video feed, which is streamed from a physical casino or a studio. Players can place bets and interact with the dealers and […]
Online Vs Land based Gambling In Africa – Determining the Optimal Option for Operators
If you’re thinking about dipping your toes into the exciting African gambling market, you might be wondering if you should go online or stick to land-based casinos. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll help you weigh the pros and cons of both options so you can make an informed decision. The […]
Online Gambling in Africa: What you should know
Understanding the online gambling industry in Africa involves recognizing its potential for growth, unique challenges, and opportunities. Here are key points to consider: 1. Market Growth and Potential – The projected revenue of US$1.85 billion by 2024 and an estimated 8.4 million users by 2029 demonstrate significant growth potential for the online gambling market in […]
“Sports Betting business is booming in Uganda”: Ugandans defy hard times to bet Shs2 trillion in six months
Ugandans wagered at least Shs2.1 trillion in sports and related bets in the halfway year to 2023, according to the National Gaming and Lotteries Regulatory Board the amount is almost equal to the Shs2.4 trillion that the National Gaming and Lotteries Regulatory Board says was gambled in the 2022/23 financial year, and could double by […]
Uganda Gaming Board introduces a Central monitoring System
In a move to revolutionize gaming oversight, the Government of the Republic of Uganda, represented by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MOFDED) and the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board, has entered into a transformative partnership with M/s Comtrade D.O.O and MTA Computers Ltd. The collaboration has resulted in the development of […]
Tanzania’s Gaming Industry Licensing and Regulatory Framework
Who is the regulator of the gaming Industry in Tanzania? The gaming industry in Tanzania is regulated by the Gaming Board of Tanzania (the “Gaming Board”) established by section 4 of the Gaming Act CAP 41 Revised Edition 2019. The Gaming Board is responsible for overseeing, monitoring, and regulating gaming activities in Tanzania. It has […]
The Constitutional Court of South Africa (Concourt) voided Tax levies by the North West Province Gambling Board.
The Constitutional Court confirmed a judgment by the High Court in Mahikeng, South Africa that found increased gambling levies imposed on Sun International and Peermont Global in North West province were constitutionally invalid and must be repaid to these two casino operators. I.e. Sun International which is licensed to operate the Sun City Casino in […]
The rapid growth of Online casino games in Africa
Although Africa does not have a uniform set of gaming laws that govern the entire continent, online gambling is experiencing an incredible rise, and at the moment, the focus is on mobile. More and more gamblers are using their smartphones for wagering, and thanks to that, the online casino industry is expected to surpass traditional […]
Kenya has introduced a Gambling Bill in an effort to establish a new Gambling Regulatory Authority.
The bill is now before the Parliament with its future yet to be decided, Kenya is on the path to significant gambling reforms. Under a new bill, the East African country is set to establish a new regulatory body and overhaul its gambling rules. The measure, dubbed Gambling Control Bill 2023, would replace the Betting, […]
Bigwinboard battles UK Gambling Commission over affiliate legal rights
Bigwinboard is embroiled in a legal tug-of-war with the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), claiming the regulator threatened to block access to its comparison site for UK visitors. In a blog post, the affiliate site said it “recently faced unexpected legal pressure from the UKGC” and explained the core issue revolved around the site’s listing of […]