Tax Pressure vs Operator Margins: Can African iGaming Markets Stay Profitable?

iGaming AFRIKA is thrilled to be hosting a webinar on October 2, 2026 titled “Tax Pressure vs Operator Margins: Can African iGaming Markets Stay Profitable?” Governments across several African jurisdictions are reviewing gambling tax frameworks as the industry grows and digital betting volumes increase. New taxes on gross gaming revenue, betting stakes, or player winnings are being introduced or debated in markets such as Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa.

In Kenya, the tax structure has shifted several times in recent years, including changes under the Finance Act 2025, where excise duty on betting moved from 15% of stakes to 5% of deposits, while withholding tax on winnings was reduced from 20% to 5%. At the same time, licensed operators still face 15% gaming tax on Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) and 30% corporate income tax, alongside licensing fees and compliance costs. Across the continent, other governments are experimenting with different fiscal models—ranging from VAT clarification in Nigeria’s Tax Act 2025 to significantly higher winnings taxes in markets like Gambia, where the rate has risen to 50%.

This webinar will explore how these fiscal changes are shaping the economics of gaming operations across Africa. Speakers will examine the balance between government revenue goals and maintaining a competitive, sustainable industry. The discussion will also look at how operators adapt their strategies in high-tax environments and what lessons can be drawn from different regulatory approaches across the continent.

Participants will gain insights into the relationship between taxation, compliance, and market sustainability in Africa’s rapidly evolving gaming ecosystem.

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