Celebrating 2024’s Top 50 Most Influential Men in Gaming, Africa: Desse Dejene
Desse Dejene serves as the Director of Ethiopia’s National Lottery Authority (NLA), where he oversees the country’s gaming regulatory framework.
Under his leadership, the NLA focuses on fostering a responsible and competitive gaming environment while prioritising the well-being of Ethiopia’s large youth population.
Desse Dejene plays a pivotal role in shaping Ethiopia’s gaming policies. Recognising the need for alignment with regional practices, he has spearheaded efforts to reassess Ethiopia’s turnover tax policy and explore privatising operations to focus on regulation.
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A champion of responsible gambling, Desse is dedicated to ensuring that Ethiopia’s gaming industry develops sustainably while providing opportunities for growth and innovation within the sector.
Stay tuned as we reveal this year’s honourees; leaders who are paving the way for the future of gaming in Africa!
2024 Most Influential Men in Gaming, Africa as Brought to you by Women in Gaming, The African Chapter in partnership with iGaming AFRIKA.
