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GRA launches Kenya’s first licensing cycle under sweeping new gambling regulations

Five subsidiary regulations underpin Kenya’s revised gambling regime, introducing real-time monitoring, tougher licensing and enhanced player protection.

5 Leaders – 1 Question: What can the rest of Africa learn from Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa?

As Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa account for 70 per cent of Africa’s gaming revenue, four industry leaders outline what other markets can learn from their regulatory successes and failures.

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Angola opens transitional licensing window for gaming operators 

DRC gambling reform bill advances as National Assembly lists it among 25 priority texts

Tanzania to launch ‘Tuzo ya Uzalendo’ receipt lottery to boost tax compliance 

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Enugu Gaming Conference 2026 unveils speaker lineup

Kenyan gaming operators discusss compliance, responsible gaming progress at Q2 meeting

Finance

South African casinos face June 30 anti-money laundering reporting deadline 

Mauritius lottery returns more to consolidated funds than operator profit, Lottotech data shows 

LONASE boosts Senegal lottery retailer commissions in commercial network campaign

LONACI highlights US$43m social investment as foundation nears 700 projects 

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Lessons for African regulators from South Africa’s gambling market transition

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Morocco’s football architecture: what makes the market an attractive entry point for partners?

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Mauritius’ Casinos de Maurice sale enters crucial phase ahead of August 15 deadline

Three Moroccan casino resorts shortlisted for World Travel Awards 2026 title 

Zimbabwe’s Casino Marina to screen FIFA World Cup opener live

Regulation

5 Leaders – 1 Question: What can the rest of Africa learn from Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa?

Angola’s ISJ visits licensed gambling points of sale to check compliance

South Africa’s NLC and NCC join forces to tighten oversight of promotions and lotteries

Lagos gaming regulator urges African cooperation to strengthen industry

Sports betting

Malawi operators face final days to apply for sports betting licences

Note To Self wins Hollywoodbets Durban July amid projected US$61.5m economic impact

LONASE accelerates digital betting push with launch of LPbet 

Legal

ISPA says South Africa should only block illegal offshore gambling websites under a clear legislative framework

South Africa names new National Lotteries Commission board leadership

Kenya’s gambling regulator chief faces court bid over betting industry ties

Business

Women in Gaming secures support from Kenya’s Gambling Regulatory Authority 

Guinea National Lottery backs skills development at inaugural SNACOF 2026 

Meropa Casino to host 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum in September

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