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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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NLGRB Announces Exit of MelBet from the Ugandan Market
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) of Uganda has officially announced that Fox Bet Limited, trading as MelBet,…
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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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NLGRB takes Responsible Gaming awareness to Bugolobi Market
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has continued its nation-wide drive to promote responsible gaming, this time engaging…
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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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Ethiopia Arrests 24 in Probe Into Br100 Billion Betting Revenue Concealment
Authorities in Ethiopia have launched one of their most far-reaching financial-crime investigations in recent years, detaining 24 people linked to…
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