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 […]
Bid Process for South Africa’s 2025 Lotto Licence Begins
South Africa’s National Lotteries Commission held a briefing session in September for prospective bidders for the National Lottery in anticipation of the license renewal in May 2025. The NLC issued a clarification in relation to the briefing session for the fourth national lottery and sports pools licence on 30 and 31 August 2023: “ Prospective […]
International Gaming Standards Association expands to Africa
The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) has created a new African division to serve the continent’s gambling industry. GSA Africa will run as a local office, promoting standards across land-based, online gaming, sports betting, and lottery in Africa. IGSA says the new division is one of its core strategic initiatives for 2024. FK Fayad, CEO […]
Ban on Nigerian Gambling Operators Sparked Licensing Confusion and Called for Clarity
In a surprising turn of events, more than 30 gambling operators were banned from conducting business. The public was cautioned against engaging with these brands as they were declared illegal by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 and were found to contravene the provisions of the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority […]
From the East African Coast to Nigeria: Champions of Africa in Gambling
Kenya leads in African gambling with 83.90% participation, Nigeria closely follows with 78%, and South Africa boasts 74% participation. Football dominates as the preferred sport for betting in most African countries. In the vibrant tapestry of Africa, gambling has emerged as a cultural phenomenon, especially among the youth. GeoPoll’s surveys conducted in May 2017 and […]
Uganda Gaming Board in collaboration with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) says integration to the central monitoring system by all iGaming operators is must or their 2024 licences won’t be renewed
Yesterday the Uganda Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board of Uganda (LGRB) held an engagement at the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Head Quarters in Kampala a meeting that was headlined by the CEO of Gaming Board Uganda Mr. Denis Mudene, Commissioner General URA Mr. John Musinguzi Rujoki along their senior managers in their respective capacities and […]
SBC SUMMIT Finds New Home in Lisbon starting September 2024
Day one at SBC Summit Barcelona kicks off with big news of its move to Lisbon for its next edition in 2024, SBC’s flagship global event SBC Summit has a new home in Lisbon starting in 2024, in order to meet the demands of the industry’s fastest-growing gathering. Previously known as SBC Summit Barcelona, the […]
Kenya marks Sh20 least betting amount in fight against gambling
The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has proposed the minimum stake for online gaming and those using gambling machines. Currently, gamblers stake less than Sh5, which has made betting cheap and fuelled rapid growth among the young and vulnerable persons hoping to win millions in prize money. The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) […]
SBC SUMMIT BARCELONA – The Global Betting and iGaming Show
The SBC Summit Barcelona conference and exhibition is where global leaders in sports betting and iGaming assemble to discuss the future of the industry, exchange knowledge, and build powerful connections. The event already established itself as a must-attend event in the calendar of sports betting and iGaming industry professionals by offering delegates the unique opportunity […]
The Betting Industry in Africa: Navigating Economic Recessions and Staying Profitable
Africa stands out as a key market in betting and gambling for the future, with its online and offline sectors expected to reach $2 bn by 2023. The betting sector in Africa has consistently held a prominent role within the country’s financial landscape. Faced with worldwide economic changes and contemporary business hurdles, bookmakers have been […]