Uganda’s National Lottery Board promotes informed gambling with taxi driver outreach
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board engaged motorcycle taxi drivers across several communities to encourage informed and balanced participation in gambling.
Uganda.- The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) recently conducted a responsible gaming awareness campaign among boda boda riders (motorcycle taxi drivers) in Uganda, as part of its efforts to promote informed and balanced participation in gambling activities.
The outreach took place at boda boda stages across Kampala, including Kireka, Luzira, Kinawattaka and Port Bell, where NLGRB officials engaged directly with riders and shared guidance on responsible gaming practices.
The campaign also provided an opportunity for open discussions, allowing riders to ask questions, share experiences and gain a better understanding of responsible gaming practices.
During the engagement, participants were encouraged to view gaming strictly as a form of entertainment rather than a source of income, while also understanding the importance of maintaining control over gaming activities.
Susan Hope, Senior Responsible Gaming Officer at the NLGRB, said: “Responsible gaming is about balance. Our outreach ensures that communities understand both the enjoyment and the limits of gaming.”
Informed decision-making
According to the NLGRB, community-based sensitisation remains a key component of its mandate to protect the public and foster a responsible gaming environment. Through continued engagement with different community groups, the Board aims to raise awareness, encourage informed decision-making and promote responsible participation in gaming activities.
Ivan Musenero, a mental health expert from Butabika National Referral Hospital, said: “Responsible gaming begins with awareness. When people understand that gaming should remain entertainment-not a coping mechanism or a source of income-they are far more likely to stay in control.”
The NLGRB added that it remains committed to expanding such outreach initiatives as part of its broader strategy to strengthen public awareness while supporting sustainable growth within Uganda’s gaming sector.
