The iGaming AFRIKA Summit has named Lionbets as the official Headline Sponsor for its inaugural 2026 edition in Nairobi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Press release.- \u00a0iGaming AFRIKA Summit<\/strong>, the premier gathering for the African gaming industry, today announced a landmark partnership with\u00a0Lionbets<\/strong>, naming the rapidly growing Pan-African operator as the official Headline Sponsor for the inaugural 2026 event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strategic alliance unites the summit\u2019s mission to elevate the African igaming landscape with Lionbets’ commitment to setting new standards for quality, integrity, and innovation across the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n iGaming AFRIKA Summit<\/strong> is Africa’s mega gaming event, designed to unite the entire gaming industry players from around the world in the stunning city of Nairobi, Kenya. As the inaugural edition of the summit, the event is set to be the largest event in the industry. The summit is taking place in an impressive 3,300m\u00b2 location at Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi’s Largest Expo centre, providing exhibitors and attendees a massive space to showcase their products, meet and connect with industry players as we discuss the future of the gaming industry in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jeremiah Maangi<\/strong>, CEO of iGaming AFRIKA Summit, commented on the significance of the partnership: “This is a pivotal moment that aligns perfectly with our vision: that Africa wants more, Africa wants quality, Africa wants better. To have a brand as dynamic and committed as Lionbets step forward as our Headline Sponsor sends a clear message about the future of this industry. Lionbets shares our belief that by bringing global expertise and local talent to one physical location, Nairobi, we can unlock unprecedented opportunities. Their support is instrumental in helping us host an event that reflects the ambition and scale of the entire African gaming ecosystem.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lionbets, known for its extensive market penetration and commitment to responsible gaming, views the summit as a crucial platform for industry development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thomas Nsongka<\/strong>, managing partner at Lionbets, stated: \u201cLionbets is proud to stand as Headline Sponsor of Africa\u2019s leading igaming Summit. At LionBets and Fastwins Ltd, our mission goes beyond gaming; we\u2019re building a culture of responsibility, integrity, and community impact across the continent. We are grateful to the organisers for recognising our efforts in promoting responsible gaming practices.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The iGaming AFRIKA Summit is poised to be the largest and most inclusive gaming gathering on the continent<\/strong>, bringing together over 3,500 delegates, 500+ operators, 350+ affiliates, 100+ expert speakers, 100+ exhibitors & sponsors from more than 100 countries. The event will focus on key growth verticals, including Regulation, Fintech Integration, Affiliate Marketing<\/strong>, and emerging technologies such as\u00a0AI<\/strong> and\u00a0Crypto<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The inaugural iGaming AFRIKA Summit will take place at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 4 – 6, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The iGaming AFRIKA Summit has named Lionbets as the official Headline Sponsor for its inaugural 2026 edition in Nairobi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":176,"featured_media":12743,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"is_press_release":true,"is_interview":false,"is_opinion":false,"focusai_summary":"The iGaming AFRIKA Summit has announced Lionbets as the official Headline Sponsor for its inaugural 2026 event in Nairobi, Kenya. 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