iGaming AFRIKA is excited to announce the release of Issue 7 of the iGaming AFRIKA Magazine following the remarkable release of the Aug/Sept Issue 6 edition.
This issue is a powerful reflection of an industry at a defining moment, where growth, responsibility, innovation, and people converge. Leading this edition is our cover story with Fisayo Oke, Chief Executive Officer of Gamble Alert, whose work is helping move responsible gaming in Africa from advocacy into measurable action. In this in-depth conversation, he unpacks the growing public health risks linked to underage gambling and explains why collaboration between regulators, operators, and advocacy organisations is critical to building a safer and more sustainable gaming ecosystem.
Beyond the cover, this issue takes readers inside the frameworks shaping Africa’s gaming future. Through insights from Zuko Phandle, Manager: Audit and Compliance at the Eastern Cape Gambling Board, and John Erastus, Chief Executive Officer of the Gambling Board of Namibia, we explore how strong oversight, transparency, and accountability are reinforcing trust across multiple markets. Their perspectives highlight the essential role regulators play in balancing player protection with industry growth.
We also examine the commercial and operational forces driving the sector forward. Zsuzsanna Zeibig, General Manager at EGT Digital, shares lessons from expanding across diverse African markets, while Graham Etyang, Commercial Manager at EGT Digital, reflects on emerging trends and what lies ahead for the continent’s rapidly evolving gaming landscape. From a supplier perspective, Ekaterina Mayorova, Head of Region for Africa at QTech Games, offers insights into creativity, youth-driven engagement, and the technologies shaping modern player experiences.
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People and leadership remain central to sustainable progress. Olabimpe Akingba, Regional Manager Africa – Business Development & Regulatory at pawaTech, and Vivi Mwendwa, Head of International & Government Relations – Africa at SiGMA Group, share thoughtful perspectives on policy alignment, regulatory evolution, and long-term industry collaboration. On the talent front, Angelica Amina, Human Resource Manager at Stellar Bets, discusses the realities of building strong, skills- focused teams in a fast-growing and culturally diverse market.
Lastly, this issue features Syombua A. Kibue, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SKEIYA, who brings a compelling perspective on sport, youth empowerment, and commercial innovation, reminding us that Africa’s gaming and sports ecosystems are deeply connected to opportunity, identity, and long-term impact.
Together, these stories present a well-rounded perspective on where Africa’s gaming industry stands today and where it is heading next , grounded in responsibility, driven by innovation, and shaped by African voices.
