MAGLA organises responsible gambling workshop in Selima
The regulator invited experts from the South African Responsible Gaming Foundation, who offered valuable insights.
Malawi.- The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has cautioned against seeing gambling as a path to quick wealth.
MAGLA Board Chairperson Fredrick Changaya delivered the statement at a responsible gambling workshop organised by the regulator in Selima from April 23 to 24.
The workshop gathered licensed gaming and sports betting operators and other key stakeholders from the industry. Participants underwent intensive training on implementing responsible gambling measures in their businesses.
Changaya urged attendees to view gambling as entertainment, warning against the myth that it can alleviate poverty. Instead, he advocates for diligence and hard work as the keys to success.
Changaya also called for a joint effort to protect children and vulnerable individuals from the negative effects of gambling, including potential mental health issues.
According to MAGLA, the goal of the responsible gambling workshop was to provide operators with the expertise and resources needed to prioritise player safety and meet regulatory standards.
The regulator invited experts from the South African Responsible Gaming Foundation, who offered valuable insights and regional best practices for promoting responsible gambling.
The workshop highlights MAGLA’s commitment to regulating the gaming industry, effectively balancing consumer protection with industry growth.
The regulator recently implemented new regulations to protect players and promote responsible gambling practices.
As part of the new guidelines, any operator found allowing underage gambling will face a fine of 20 million MWK (€10,150).
