{"id":20756,"date":"2026-03-20T06:42:40","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/?p=20756"},"modified":"2026-04-19T07:31:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T10:31:21","slug":"ala-lifts-africas-lottery-sector-into-global-spotlight-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/ala-lifts-africas-lottery-sector-into-global-spotlight-in-2026","title":{"rendered":"ALA lifts Africa\u2019s lottery sector into global spotlight in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Morocco summit and cross-continental collaboration highlight growing global engagement for African lotteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Morocco.- Africa\u2019s lottery sector is gaining greater visibility on the international stage<\/strong> in 2026, with the African Lotteries Association<\/strong> (ALA) playing an increasingly active role in cross-continental collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The shift will be on display in June, when Morocco<\/strong> hosts the European Lotteries (EL) Industry Days 2026<\/strong> in Marrakech, bringing together stakeholders from across Africa and Europe under the theme \u201cLotteries Bridging Continents\u201d. The event, scheduled for June 7 to 10, is supported by the ALA and will serve as a platform for dialogue<\/strong> on shared challenges and industry innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the European Lotteries, the gathering is designed to \u201cshare ideas, best practices and innovation across borders<\/strong>\u201d, reflecting a growing emphasis on cooperation between established and emerging <\/strong>lottery markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Romana Girandon, President of the European Lotteries, said: \u201cConnecting Europe and Africa is a unique opportunity to address our shared priorities<\/strong>, leveraging new technologies<\/strong> and confronting irresponsible and illegal practices.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ALA\u2019s involvement in the Marrakech event underscores its role in supporting stronger links between African lottery operators and global industry networks<\/strong>. While the association remains a non-regulatory body, it continues to provide a platform for coordination, knowledge sharing and engagement<\/strong> across markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond international events, the organisation has also signalled a continued focus on capacity building<\/strong>. Following its 2025 strategy discussions, the ALA outlined plans to expand training programmes, governance seminars<\/strong> and technical workshops for member organisations, with topics expected to include cybersecurity and emerging technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, these developments point to a sector that is becoming more outward-facing, as African lottery stakeholders increase participation<\/strong> in global conversations around innovation, integrity<\/strong> and responsible gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ALA\u2019s continued involvement in international initiatives highlights how the continent\u2019s lottery market is strengthening its presence<\/strong> within the global industry.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\tSee also:<\/span> Morocco hosts 2026 European Lotteries Industry Days, showcasing Africa\u2019s innovation across borders<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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