{"id":14942,"date":"2025-12-16T06:31:19","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T09:31:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/?p=14942"},"modified":"2026-04-19T10:43:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T13:43:28","slug":"ugandas-gambling-regulator-supports-licensed-operators-as-it-cracks-down-on-illegal-machines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/ugandas-gambling-regulator-supports-licensed-operators-as-it-cracks-down-on-illegal-machines","title":{"rendered":"Uganda\u2019s gambling regulator supports licensed operators as it cracks down on illegal machines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Operation Mashine Haramu in Kamuli removes unlicensed gaming machines, protecting players and strengthening Uganda\u2019s regulated gambling sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Uganda.- In a decisive move to uphold the integrity <\/strong>of Uganda\u2019s gambling industry and to protect players, the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board<\/strong> (NLGRB), in partnership with the Uganda Police, carried out an operation<\/strong> in the Kamuli District, targeting unlicensed<\/strong> gaming machines under Operation Mashine Haramu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The raid on December 13 uncovered an illegal gaming machine operation linked to a Chinese national on December 5. Acting under a court order<\/strong>, authorities conducted coordinated searches at two locations in Bukolobe and Bunangwe, seizing a variety of equipment<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the confiscated items were 13 fish tables and three slot machines<\/strong>, alongside supporting devices such as 32 TV screens, 17 boxes of spare parts and five generators, possibly used to power and maintain the machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe suspect is still at large, and investigations<\/strong> are ongoing,\u201d the NLGRB said, emphasising the critical role of citizens in reporting illegal activity. The Board expressed gratitude to the community for its vigilance, highlighting how public<\/strong> participation strengthens the safety of Uganda\u2019s regulated gaming sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Backing licensed gaming, protecting Players<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A close-up of confiscated slot machines along with supporting equipment, including a TV and generator, recovered by the NLGRB during its crackdown on illegal gaming in Kamuli.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

By removing unlicensed machines, the NLGRB is protecting players and supporting a regulated<\/strong>, safe and responsible gaming environment. These measures help ensure that licensed operators can provide fair and trusted <\/strong>gaming experiences for Ugandans, bolstering confidence<\/strong> in the industry while enabling sustainable growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outlining its enforcement mandate, the regulator said: \u201cBy exercising its legal<\/strong> mandate, the NLGRB aims to protect the public<\/strong> from the risks associated with illegal gaming activities and uphold the integrity of the gaming industry<\/strong> in Uganda.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operation Mashine Haramu continues to demonstrate the NLGRB\u2019s commitment to a safe, responsible and thriving<\/strong> gambling industry, where players can enjoy entertainment confidently<\/strong> and licensed operators can grow sustainably.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n\t\t\tSee also:<\/span><\/p>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tSee also:<\/span> Uganda’s NLGRB urges bettors to check operators’ displayed licences after illegal machines seized<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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