M-pesa a key mobile money payment provider in Africa acquired licence to operate in Ethiopia.
Safaricom Ethiopia through its newly established and wholly owned subsidiary; Safaricom M-PESA Mobile Financial Services PLC (Private Limited Company) received the Payment Instrument Issuer License from the National Bank of Ethiopia that enables it to avail mobile financial services to its customers under the trademark M-PESA. Prior to issuing the license, The National Bank of […]
The Evolution and Future of Africa’s gambling industry
Africa has always been an epicenter for innovation and resilience, and one industry exemplifying its dynamism in recent years is gambling. Amid rapid economic development and technological expansion, Africans have enthusiastically taken up this form of entertainment as it thrives amid their regulatory environment—something the US market may offer guidance on. The African gambling market […]
Key must haves before starting a sports betting operation in Africa
Products Sports, no doubt sports betting is the key leader across most key markets in Africa however it’s important to keep in mind that online casino games are taking rocket sky growth too. Just like it is in the most advanced markets like the UK and the rest of Europe football is the most popular […]
Why some sports betting operators are failing to succeed in Africa
You wouldn’t expect a pilot about to embark on a transatlantic flight to fail to run through his pre-take-off checks and review the weather forecast for the journey. So why would a business fail to engage in market research before setting out on a particular strategy, product launch, or important decision? Pilots today face an […]
The Influence of sports betting on the African Economies
Betting on sports is currently the most popular form of gambling in Africa. Adults and young locals are particularly fond of wagering on European football, e.g., the English Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, and events like the World Cup. Other international sports also get a loyal following here, with many watching and supporting cricket, rugby, […]
Sports Betting East African Summit 2023 is here!
While Drums, wines, and cocktails along Brazilian cuisine are still in high gear at Grand Hyatt in Sao Paulo Brazil @ the Brazilian iGaming summit with massive networking accompanied by new business opportunities, making new friends, and romantic mistakes! We at GGC have started sounding the alarms for the upcoming Sports Betting East Africa Summit […]
Massive blow out of online casino games in Africa
While all football fans across the globe gear up for the crush of the Titans – Manchester City Vs Inter Milan on Saturday 10th for the UEFA Champions League finals in Istanbul’s Ataturk Olympic Stadium, we at GGC are taking you on a virtual tour into the rapid growth of online casino games in Africa. […]
2023 International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) Conference is in Action
While most iGaming professionals are gearing up for the iGaming Next show in Valletta on 21-22 JUNE, The International Association of Gaming Regulators 2023 conference doors are open too! International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is a leading international industry body for gaming and gambling regulators, that was established in the early 1980s as an […]
Online Sports betting from all key markets in Africa
Sports have always been a big thing in Africa. Our continent is consistently plagued with issues surrounding poverty, drought, famine, sickness, and criminal activity. One can argue that living in Africa can be quite difficult. That’s why locals are constantly looking for ways to enrich lives and make them happier. Sports are a perfect example […]
iGAMING SHOWS YOU SHOULDN’T MISS THIS YEAR
We kicked off with a banger at ICE London in February which was one of the biggest Clarion events show we have attended so far, the previous one wasn’t so productive following its absence during covid-19 times and then postponements that forced some tier-one companies to cancel their attendance, nevertheless, we attended, this was followed […]