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.
Remember to check out the latest news here and you are welcome to join our super exclusive iGaming Afrika Telegram Forum for all the latest and breaking news in the African Gambling industry. We would also like to hear from you, Message us on Telegram @igamingafrika or write to [email protected]
-
Raise Tax on Stake from 7.5% to 20% – Kenya Finance Bill
The taxman is looking to collect a record Sh16 billion in excise taxes from betting, gaming, and lottery businesses in…
Read More » -
Pulsebet shutting down amid 30% new tax on betting regulation in Uganda
Pulsebet, a popular betting site in Uganda is shutting down its operations in the country. According to SportingTech, Pulsebet’s closure of operations…
Read More » -
Paid Partnerships and Digital Assets sales subject to Taxation
On May 4, the Kenya National Treasury suggested increased taxes on a number of items, including cryptocurrencies, income tax, VAT,…
Read More » -
Saving on Every Bet Placed in gambling legislation reform proposal
One of the recommendations of the Presidential Task Force on the Establishment of a National Lottery is to divert a…
Read More » -
Civil society groups in Uganda want the tax rate on gaming increased to 35%
Tax experts have given a number of recommendations to Parliament for examination in relation to various tax Bills for the…
Read More » -
Presidential taskforce on Formation of national lottery Merits Explained
According to the Kenyan Presidential Task Force on Establishing a National Lottery, the funds that are raised will be used…
Read More » -
Uganda planning to increase gaming tax by 10%
The Finance ministry in Uganda has suggested a 10% rise for the gaming and lotteries tax. These suggestions are contained in the…
Read More » -
A bill to regulate the Kenyan gambling industry before parliament
The Nyeri Town MP Duncan Maina Mathenge’s plan to regulate the gambling business in the National Assembly through a bill…
Read More »