Choplife Gaming reports US$23m contribution since entry into Rwanda amid regulatory talks
betPawa operator says it served more than 300,000 customers and created over 180 jobs as discussions with Rwanda authorities continue.
Rwanda.- Rwanda’s Choplife Gaming, operator of the betPawa brand, has reported serving more than 300,000 customers, creating over 180 jobs and contributing more than RWF33bn (US$23m) in taxes and broader economic value since entering Rwanda in 2022.
Choplife Gaming Limited (CLG) has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Rwandan market amid ongoing discussions with the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) over gaming-sector tax and compliance matters, according to a report published by KT Press on April 24.
The company said it was among the early adopters of the RRA’s real-time monitoring system as part of its broader compliance and transparency strategy. CLG also revealed that it recently took the precautionary step of temporarily suspending certain online casino and deposit-taking services while regulatory consultations continue.
The operator said the adjustments had a significant short-term impact on tax contributions, which reportedly declined from RWF1.8bn in January 2026 to RWF108m in March.
The company said current discussions with the RRA include the harmonisation of withholding tax application methods and the classification of technology and payment-service costs under existing tax structures.
Choplife Gaming founder and chairman Oluwatosin Ajibade, known as Mr Eazi, said the company had taken “difficult operational decisions” to remain compliant with evolving regulations while continuing constructive engagement with authorities.
Despite the temporary suspension of some services, CLG said it remains optimistic about ongoing talks with authorities and expects to resume full operations once an agreement is reached.
The developments come as Rwanda continues tightening oversight across its regulated gaming sector through enhanced compliance measures and tax administration reform.
