{"id":21552,"date":"2026-03-27T06:06:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T09:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/?p=21552"},"modified":"2026-04-19T07:14:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T10:14:54","slug":"boardwalk-casinos-new-gm-sisulu-madondo-sets-out-gaming-vision-for-sun-international-resort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/boardwalk-casinos-new-gm-sisulu-madondo-sets-out-gaming-vision-for-sun-international-resort","title":{"rendered":"Boardwalk Casino\u2019s new GM Sisulu Madondo sets out gaming vision for Sun International resort"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madondo outlines plans to enhance the gaming and entertainment offering at the Eastern Cape resort while strengthening its position in South Africa\u2019s land-based casino market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Africa.- Newly appointed General Manager of <strong>Sun International\u2019s Boardwalk Casino<\/strong>, Sisulu Madondo, has outlined plans to enhance the property\u2019s <strong>gaming and entertainment offering<\/strong> as the resort looks to build on its position in South Africa\u2019s land-based casino market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madondo assumed the role on March 1, 2026, replacing former General Manager Tati Tsunke and taking leadership of the integrated casino and hospitality resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Boardwalk Casino and Hotel combines casino gaming, hotel accommodation, restaurants and entertainment venues within a <strong>single resort complex<\/strong>. The property forms part of the portfolio of Sun International, one of South Africa\u2019s largest gaming and hospitality operators, and is considered one of the leading <strong>entertainment resorts<\/strong> in the Eastern Cape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With more than 26 years of experience across the gaming and hospitality industries, Madondo said his focus will be on strengthening the visitor experience while reinforcing the <strong>Boardwalk\u2019s reputation<\/strong> as a leading entertainment venue in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During his career, Madondo has held <strong>leadership roles <\/strong>at several South African casino properties including Meropa Casino, Sibaya Casino, Windmill Casino and Carnival City Casino. His return to the Boardwalk marks a full-circle moment, having been part of the team that helped launch the casino in October 2000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madondo said: \u201cThe Boardwalk is more than just a destination; it is a space where we aim to create excitement and memorable experiences for our visitors.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madondo added that strengthening the link between gaming and hospitality operations will be a priority as the resort continues to <strong>evolve its offering<\/strong>. \u201cI look forward to working closely with the team at Boardwalk to improve the gaming and hospitality experience for guests,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He also highlighted the importance of engaging directly with loyal patrons as part of the resort\u2019s <strong>strategy<\/strong>. \u201cI am also looking forward to personally meeting our most valued guests over the next few weeks,\u201d said Madondo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under Madondo\u2019s leadership, the resort is expected to continue enhancing its integrated gaming and entertainment offering while maintaining its role as a <strong>key leisure destination <\/strong>in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"see-also-container\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"see-also-label\">See also:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"related-article\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"related-article__thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/05\/Ok908kgs-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"related-article__text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"see-also-label-strong\">See also:<\/span> <a href='https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/ruben-gooranah-to-retire-after-38-years-with-sun-international'>Ruben Gooranah to retire after 38 Years with Sun International<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Madondo outlines plans to enhance the gaming and entertainment offering at the Eastern Cape resort while strengthening its position in South Africa\u2019s land-based casino market.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2809,"featured_media":21559,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"is_press_release":false,"is_interview":false,"is_opinion":false,"focusai_summary":"Sisulu Madondo has been appointed General Manager of Sun International\u2019s Boardwalk Casino, effective March 1, 2026. 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