The government aims to strengthen the industry through measures such as the digitalisation<\/strong> of gaming operations, rollout of online management systems<\/strong> and a central monitoring platform to ensure transparency and compliance. Preparatory work is also underway for a new state lottery<\/strong>, which is expected to launch within the next 12\u201324 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah<\/strong> highlighted the sector\u2019s role in economic diversification. \u201cNamibia is well positioned and geared to tap into the market for the economic<\/strong> and social development <\/strong>of the people. The establishment of the State lottery alone is projected to generate over N$100 million in revenue by 2030 and to contribute<\/strong> significantly to the gross domestic product of the country”, she said, according to New Era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nandi-Ndaitwah also pointed to technology<\/strong> as a driver of growth<\/strong> and added: \u201cThe ramifications of market, mobile gaming and advancements in AR\/VR technologies are key drivers of growth.\u201d T<\/p>\n\n\n\n he NDP6 strategy links the gambling sector to tourism, with the government targeting an increase in international arrivals from 863\u202f872 to 1.8\u202fmillion<\/strong> by 2030.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preparations are underway for Namibia\u2019s first state lottery, which will complement the broader gambling sector. The Lotteries Board of Namibia<\/strong> (LBN) is finalising preparatory work, including the appointment of a licensed operator and implementation of digital management systems, ahead of a phased rollout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n John Shimaneni<\/strong>, CEO of the LBN said, according to the Brief: \u201cAt present, the plans to launch the state lottery are at an advanced preparatory stage. The Board is currently engaged in the procurement of Transactional Advisory Services<\/strong> to assist with the appointment of a licensed Lottery Operator<\/strong>, in accordance with the Lotteries Act.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n LBN is finalising legal, operational and procurement processes, with internal policies<\/strong> and oversight systems being developed to support a phased rollout. The lottery is expected to launch within one to two years, with proceeds to be channelled into a State Lottery Trust Fund to support youth development<\/strong>, education, health and community initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\nLottery launch progresses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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