The Responsible Gambling Summit 2025 to take Place in Johannesburg, South Africa
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) has announced that it will hold the Responsible Gambling Summit 2025 and the Responsible Gambling Awards Gala Dinner in Johannesburg on November 13 and 14, 2025, at the prestigious Emperors Palace Hotel and Casino.
The summit which aims to promote discussions around gambling responsibilities and address issues related to problem gambling will also see the following boards involved:
- Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board
- Limpopo Gambling Board
- National Gambling Board (South Africa)
- Eastern Cape Gambling Board
- KwaZulu-Natal Economic Regulatory Authority
During the announcement, the South Africa Responsible Gambling Foundation further called on interested parties to register and be part of the event: “Are you a thought leader, researcher, or industry expert passionate about Responsible Gambling practices? Your insights can spark conversations and drive change!”
Those keen to attend can register at https://www.responsiblegamblingsummit.org.za/
Speaker applications are also open till 30 April 2025. The applications can be done through the same link.
In an announcement about the event, the Western Cape Responsible Board stated, “Join us as we deliberate on gambling, responsible gambling, and problem gambling issues.” This gathering will serve as a platform for industry stakeholders to come together and discuss strategies for promoting safer gambling practices.
The provincial gambling boards involved in the event have a statutory mandate to regulate all gambling and racing activities within their provinces. They are responsible for imposing necessary restrictions to mitigate the risks associated with gambling. They further focus on safeguarding society from excessive gambling while ensuring that players receive fair treatment.
About The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF)
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) provides Free and Confidential Treatment and Counselling to those affected by Problem Gambling.
About Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board
The main purpose of the WCGRB is to control and regulate gambling and racing within the Province of the Western Cape.
About Limpopo Gambling Board
To regulate the gambling industry in a responsible and ethical manner for the benefit of the people of the Province by ensuring compliance with legislation, promoting responsible gambling, and facilitating sustainable local economic development.
National Gambling Board (South Africa)
The National Gambling Board is responsible for the oversight of the regulation of the gambling industry throughout South Africa.
About Eastern Cape Gambling Board
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) is entrusted with a mission of regulating and overseeing the gambling and betting industry in the Eastern Cape province.
About KwaZulu-Natal Economic Regulatory Authority
The KwaZulu–Natal Economic Regulatory Authority (KZNERA) is to provide for the regulation and economic empowerment of the liquor and gambling industries.
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