South Africa
The South African gambling industry is constantly changing, with new regulations, acquisitions, and developments being announced regularly. In our South Africa gambling industry news blog, we keep you up-to-date with the latest happenings affecting the sector. From the latest gambling license applications to regulatory changes and advancements in gaming technology, our blog covers every aspect of the industry. We provide detailed analysis of industry trends and cover major events like the ICE Africa conference. Whether you are a casino operator, a gaming enthusiast, or just interested in the industry, our blog is your ultimate source of news and information. Stay informed about everything happening in the world of South African gambling by subscribing to our blog and getting updates sent straight to your inbox.
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Sizekhaya Holdings Addresses Public Concerns Over Draw Integrity, Ticket Validation, and PowerBall Pricing
Sizekhaya Holdings addresses public skepticism and listener concerns surrounding lottery draw integrity, transparency, ticket validation, and PowerBall pricing. South Africa’s…
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Cabinet Approves New Board Members for National Gambling Board, South Africa
Following the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, the South African Cabinet approved executive appointments of board members to…
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NWGB Conducts Responsible Gambling Awareness Campaign in Moses Kotane
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in partnership with the Consumer Affairs Unit, conducted an educational awareness campaign at Maubane…
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PSC Meet Mpumalanga Regulator Over New Public Service Commission Act, 2026
The Public Service Commission (PSC) recently met with the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER) as part of its preparations to implement…
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High Court Nullifies Government’s Ksh 204B Safaricom Stake Sale to Vodacom
Following the completion of Vodacom Group’s transaction to acquire a controlling 55% stake in Safaricom PLC, Kenya’s High Court has…
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NWGB Participates in 2026 Zenzele Youth Entrepreneurship Tour to Promote Youth Development
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) participated in the 2026 Zenzele Youth Entrepreneurship Tour, demonstrating a strong commitment to youth…
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SARGF Joins SAACDHE to Promote Gambling Harm Reduction in Southern African Higher Education
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) recently participated in the 2026 SAACDHE Conference, aiming to integrate gambling harm reduction…
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NGB and ARB Partner to Tighten Oversight of Gambling Advertising in South Africa
The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) have established a formal partnership through a Memorandum of…
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New Pan-African Network Launched to Advance Responsible Gaming and Protect Players Across Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa | 21st September 2026Â – A coalition of responsible gaming organisations, researchers, treatment specialists, advocates and industry stakeholders…
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Why Africa’s Illegal Gambling Problem Is Also a Player Protection Crisis
Illegal gambling is often measured by the revenue governments lose and the unfair competition faced by licensed operators. Those costs…
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