Uganda’s Gambling Regulatory Board calls for stronger cross-border co-operation at Africa Gaming Expo 2026
NLGRB CEO Denis Mudene joins regulators to discuss tax policy, AML/CFT compliance and data protection as African gaming markets expand.
Uganda.- Uganda’s National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has called for stronger cross-border regulatory co-operation during discussions at the Africa Gaming Expo (AGE) 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria.
Officials from the NLGRB, led by CEO Denis Mudene, attended the industry event which brought together regulators, operators and experts from the igaming, fintech and banking sectors to discuss developments across Africa’s gaming landscape.
During a panel session at the conference, Mudene joined fellow regulators to examine the evolving regulatory environment for gaming across the continent. According to the regulator, discussions focussed on key policy areas including tax frameworks, data protection, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT), as well as compliance requirements for gaming operators.
The regulator said the session highlighted the need for stronger regulatory frameworks, cross-border cooperation and trust-driven oversight as African gaming markets continue to expand.
In a statement, the NLGRB emphasised the importance of collaboration between regulators, noting that “collaboration across jurisdictions is key to building stronger and more effective regulatory frameworks.”
Industry collaboration efforts
AGE 2026 serves as a platform for regulators, operators and technology providers to exchange insights on industry regulation, innovation and market development across Africa’s rapidly evolving gaming industry.
Regulatory cooperation has become an increasingly important issue for African gaming authorities as online betting platforms and cross-border digital payment systems continue to expand across multiple jurisdictions on the continent.
As African gaming markets grow, regulators are increasingly working to strengthen oversight of online betting platforms, digital payment channels and cross-border gaming operations to support compliance and consumer protection.
Uganda’s participation in the event reflects broader efforts by the NLGRB to strengthen oversight of the country’s gaming sector while aligning its regulatory approach with international best practices.
