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Welcome to the East Africa Gambling Regulatory News Blog, your go-to source for the latest updates on the gambling industry. Our blog delivers informative and unbiased news on regulation changes, policy updates, and developments in the gambling sector in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and other East African countries. We are committed to providing readers with factual and accurate information on issues that affect the industry and its stakeholders. We also cover stories on responsible gambling, player protection, and criminal activities related to gambling to keep our readers informed. Our experienced team of writers, analysts, and researchers are dedicated to delivering insightful content that is relevant to the East African market. Whether you are a regulator, operator, investor, or simply a gambling enthusiast, our blog has something for everyone. Stay informed and up-to-date with the latest gambling news in East Africa by subscribing to our blog.
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Kenya President Ruto Pulls Back on Controversial Finance Bill 2024
In a significant victory for protesting Kenyans, President William Ruto has declined to sign the controversial 2024 Finance Bill, sending…
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Kenya Could Reap Greater Rewards from Taxing Winnings than Imposing Excise Taxes on Betting Stakes
The proposed Kenya Finance Bill 2023 has sent shockwaves through the country’s economy and financial sector. One of the key…
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Protecting the future: The impact of Kenya’s Gambling Control Bill
The Kenya Gambling Control Bill 2023, currently under discussion in parliament, seeks to overhaul the country’s gambling landscape by establishing…
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The Looming Death of the Betting Industry in Kenya: Reject the Finance Bill 2024
On this day June 18th, 2024, I join the voices of thousands of Kenyans demonstrating outside the Kenyan parliament, united…
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Kenya’s Government Moves to Curb Youth Betting Addiction with Increased Excise Duty
The Kenyan government has announced a significant proposal to increase the excise duty on gaming and betting to 20% in…
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betPawa Big League Concludes; Awards Ceremony Held in Partnership with FUFA!
Last Sunday 2nd June, in partnership with FUFA (Federation of Uganda Football Associations), betPawa held the final games of the…
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Join the East African Game-Changers One-Month Countdown: SBEA+ 2024 Summit!
In just under a month, stakeholders from across East Africa will convene at the Sports Betting East Africa (SBEA+) summit.…
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Basketball Africa League [BAL] Kick Off Today in Kigali Rwanda!
BAL Basketball Africa League playoffs officially tip off later today (Friday) at BK Arena. The Big Tip Off reflects on the conference play and…
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Betsson’s Brand Betsafe Shut Down in Kenya!
Betting firm Betsafe has pulled out of the Kenyan market. This comes after the operator sent an official notice to…
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