NAIROBI, KENYA – 30 March, 2026 – The iGaming AFRIKA Summit (iGASummit) is proud to announce a landmark strategic partnership with the African iGaming Alliance (AIA). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the mission to unify, regulate, and scale the African gaming ecosystem ahead of the summit scheduled for 4th to 6th May 2026 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi.

The African iGaming Alliance, led by CEO Peter Emolemo Kesitilwe, represents licensed online  betting and gaming operators across 20 African jurisdictions. By joining forces with the Summit,  AIA will provide essential strategic guidance on continental policy, regulatory harmonization,  and sustainable gaming practices. 

A Shared Vision for Continental Growth

As the iGaming landscape in Africa continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the need for a unified voice on matters of tax, integrity, and player protection has never been greater. This partnership ensures that the discussions taking place in Nairobi will be grounded in the practical realities and regulatory requirements of the 20 jurisdictions represented by the Alliance.

“We are thrilled to welcome the African iGaming Alliance as a Strategic Partner,” said Jeremiah Maangi, Events Director of the iGA Summit. “Peter’s extensive background in regulatory reform and his leadership within AIA will be instrumental in ensuring the summit delivers actionable insights that benefit both operators and regulators across the continent.”

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Under this partnership, the iGaming AFRIKA Summit 2026 will feature dedicated policy-focused sessions, including a high-level panel on “African Policies on the Evolving Regulatory Landscape of Gambling Licensing & Taxation.” The summit will bring together over 3,500 delegates, including C-suite executives, government regulators, and technology providers, to explore the “Heart of Gaming in Africa.”

Peter Emolemo Kesitilwe, CEO, African iGaming Alliance said, “This partnership reinforces African iGaming Alliance’s role as a bridge between regulators and industry. We look forward to engaging with stakeholders at the iGaming AFRIKA Summit to drive practical solutions that strengthen player protection while supporting sustainable market growth across Africa.”

About African iGaming Alliance (AIA)

The African iGaming Alliance (AIA) is the trade association representing the betting and gaming operators licensed and regulated within Africa. The AIA works in collaboration with national regulators and authorities across the continent with the view to advocating for responsible gaming, sustainable taxation and efficient enforcement against the illegal betting and gaming market.

Our members make significant contributions to African economies, generating tax revenues, creating jobs, and investing in local communities and infrastructure.

About iGaming AFRIKA Summit

The iGaming AFRIKA Summit is the leading annual event dedicated to the growth and development of the iGaming sector in Africa. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, the summit serves as a premier networking and knowledge-sharing platform for stakeholders invested in the African market.