Authorities in Zimbabwe are intensifying efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal casino<\/strong> and betting operators amid growing concern over the integrity<\/strong>, regulation and sustainability of the country\u2019s gaming industry<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Zimbabwe’s Lotteries and Gaming Board (LGB)<\/strong> recently brought together stakeholders in Harare to tackle illegal gambling activities. The coordinated approach reflects growing concern among regulators and government officials about the long-term<\/strong> health of the licensed gaming sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eugenia\u202fChidhakwa<\/strong>, LGB Chairperson, said the regulator is working closely with law enforcement<\/strong> and stakeholders. \u201cWe have realised that many entities are operating illegally, so we are now working together with the Zimbabwe Republic Police to curb such activities. We are also conducting stakeholder engagements<\/strong> where we educate each other,\u201d she said, according to Bulawayo24.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Permanent Secretary Allan\u202fChoruma<\/strong>, of the Corporate Governance Unit in the Office of the President <\/strong>and Cabinet, emphasised responsible gambling and balancing public interest<\/strong> with business performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He said: \u201cWe are advocating for responsible gambling. We also focus on the financial performance <\/strong>of entities and service delivery. Public interest demands that we balance business interests with the needs of people. We are also concerned about preventing money laundering<\/strong> and addressing addiction.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Minister Kazembe\u202fKazembe<\/strong>, of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, urged the regulator to uphold its mandate and governance standards<\/strong>. \u201cAs a Board, you are entrusted with a critical mandate to regulate and control the gaming industry, safeguard public interest and ensure revenues are channelled towards national development<\/strong>. You are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, discipline and patriotism,\u201d said Kazembe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Officials said proper regulation is essential to protect consumers<\/strong>, curb financial crimes, promote responsible gambling and keep the gaming sector on the straight and narrow while contributing to Zimbabwe\u2019s economy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\nGovernance and responsible gambling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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