Nigeria prepares for AGE 2026 as gambling industry leaders converge
Operators, regulators, investors and innovators gear up for four days of gambling insights, networking and innovation at Africa Gaming Expo 2026.
Nigeria.- Nigeria’s gambling industry is taking centre stage. The Africa Gaming Expo (AGE) has emerged as one of Africa’s premier events for gambling, gaming, sports betting, igaming, fintech and related sectors, drawing operators, investors, regulators and innovators ready to shape the future of the industry across the continent.
The 2026 edition will be held in Lagos from March 24-27, where delegates will experience four days of high‑stakes networking, technology showcases and strategic discussions designed to reflect and influence how gaming and gambling operate across Africa.
Since its launch, AGE has become a magnet for companies and organisations active in sports betting, casino platforms, lottery operators, digital gaming solutions, fintech services and regulatory frameworks. The expo provides a platform for both business expansion and knowledge exchange, with exhibitions, keynote speeches, panel discussions and structured networking opportunities across the sector.
Charles Ekundayo, CEO of Africa Gaming Expo, said: “The overarching theme for the third edition of AGE is ‘Africa’s Gaming Market: Frontier to Prominence’. It reflects the transition of Africa from an emerging gaming market to a major force in the global gaming ecosystem.”
Innovating Africa’s gambling market
AGE 2026 provides the perfect platform for local and international operators to showcase offerings, expand market reach and forge partnerships. Delegates will discuss key developments in regulation, compliance, responsible gaming, AI‑driven analytics and digital payments – issues that affect how gambling and gaming businesses grow and operate in Africa.
Ekundayo added: “We wanted to bring together global gaming stakeholders on the African continent to dissect the African gaming market with the view of setting what can be called the African gaming agenda.”
New this year is AGE AfriPitch, a competition designed to spotlight startups and innovators in gaming, betting and fintech with the goal of connecting them to investors and industry mentors.
The programme for AGE 2026 includes expert‑led panels on topics such as compliance in multi‑agency environments, responsible gaming tools and opportunities in francophone markets, illustrating the broad reach and relevance of discussions for industry players.
Ekundayo emphasised AGE’s growth and industry significance. “For AGE 2026, the aim is to surpass the 2025 edition in terms of the number of attending delegates and exhibitors. This is about cementing AGE’s position as the number one gaming and fintech expo in Africa,” he said.
