East Africa
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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Blask Awards 2025 name Betway, Bet9ja, Betika and others as Africa’s top performers
Based on a year of data across 11 regulated markets, the Blask Awards rank Africa’s leading licensed operators by demand,…
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iGaming AFRIKA Summit Appoints E-Play Africa as Media Partner for Pan-African Industry Engagement
Nairobi, Kenya – January 20th, 2026 – The iGaming AFRIKA Summit (iGASummit) is excited to announce another media partnership with E-Play Africa, the continent’s…
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South Sudan’s Gogrial East County Enforces Gambling and Dominoes Ban
In a bold move aimed at tackling youth idleness and unproductive behaviour, the newly appointed County Commissioner of Gogrial East…
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Revocation of Licenses for All Sports Betting Organizations
December 15, 2025 – We hereby announce that the operating licenses of all sports betting organizations that had been granted…
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Ethiopia Cracks Down on Non-Compliant Betting Operators to Strengthen Industry Integrity
Ethiopian authorities have taken decisive action against the country’s burgeoning sports-betting sector, suspending licenses of 22 operators found to be…
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Gaming Board of Tanzania Announces Interview Schedule for Shortlisted Candidates
The Gaming Board of Tanzania (GBT) has released a formal notice inviting shortlisted candidates to attend written interviews for various…
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