Botswana Gambling Authority promotes responsible betting at Ghanzi Derby
CEO Moruntshi Kemorwale urged spectators to bet only what they can afford to lose, while linking racing’s growth to integrity and compliance.
Key takeaways:
- The Botswana Gambling Authority used the Ghanzi Derby on Saturday, October 31 to promote responsible gambling among horse-racing spectators.
- CEO Moruntshi Kemorwale urged attendees to treat betting as entertainment rather than a source of income.
- He advised bettors to wager only amounts they could afford to lose and not to use money intended for household expenses.
- Kemorwale said horse racing’s long-term growth depends on integrity, regulatory compliance and fair competition.
- The Authority highlighted counselling and voluntary self-exclusion services for people seeking help with gambling habits.
Botswana.- Botswana Gambling Authority has urged horse racing spectators to treat betting as entertainment rather than a source of income during the Ghanzi Derby held on Saturday, October 31 at the Ghanzi International Racecourse Showground. The Authority’s chief executive officer, Moruntshi Kemorwale, delivered the message at the event, which was also attended by sport and arts minister Jacob Kelebeng.
In his address, Kemorwale said the long-term growth of horse racing as a sporting and commercial activity depended on integrity, regulatory compliance and fair competition, adding that these principles were necessary to sustain public trust and economic investment in the sport.
On responsible gambling, he cautioned spectators against viewing betting as a way to earn money, advising them to wager only amounts they could afford to lose. He also advised bettors against using money meant for household expenses to fund their gambling activities.
Kemorwale also drew attention to the Authority’s support services, which include counselling and voluntary self-exclusion options for individuals seeking help with their gambling habits.
The Ghanzi Derby was organised as a celebration of Botswana’s horse racing heritage, showcasing local breeders, jockeys and the commercial opportunities within the sport. The Authority said its involvement in the event reflects its commitment to supporting the industry’s development while ensuring that gambling activities are conducted responsibly within a safe, fair and sustainable regulatory environment.
