The annual forum will take place in Mozambique from September 14 to 17 and is expected to bring together regulators, policymakers and industry stakeholders from across the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Africa\u2019s regulated gambling industry continues to expand across both land-based and online markets<\/strong>, GRAF 2026 is expected to focus on strengthening licensed operations while increasing pressure on illegal operators. Licensing standards, anti-money laundering controls, taxation and cross-border regulatory cooperation are also expected to feature prominently in the September discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n GRAF confirmed that its call for community input for the 2026 programme closed on April 15, with contributions already helping shape the conference agenda. The forum also recognised its first GRAF Community Contributors, highlighting voices from across the regulatory and compliance landscape <\/strong>whose submissions are informing key programme themes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Among the contributors was Wendy Rosenberg, a South African gambling law specialist and Director at Werksmans Attorneys, who was highlighted for \u201cEmphasising the dual challenge<\/strong> of combating illegal gambling while creating a more enabling environment for licensed operators\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marcia-Lynn Harris, a compliance professional linked to the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, was noted for \u201cHighlighting challenges around regulatory capacity, talent retention and preparing for generational shifts<\/strong> in gambling behaviour\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adedeji Alabi, Founder of the Youth Advocacy on Gambling Initiative Nigeria (YAGI Nigeria), was recognised for \u201cRaising the need for stronger focus on underage gambling, advertising exposure and accountability<\/strong> in the use of gambling revenue”. His contribution reinforced the forum\u2019s growing focus on responsible gambling measures and stronger safeguards across African markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thys De Beer, identified as an industry contributor, was recognised for \u201cPrompting discussion on what defines an ethical operator and how regulators can ensure ethical conduct <\/strong>across the sector\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Summing up the direction of the event, GRAF said: \u201cAcross these contributions, a number of important themes are emerging – from enforcement and compliance to sustainability<\/strong>, data and player protection. Your perspectives are helping ensure that GRAF 2026 reflects the real challenges and priorities across the continent. Be part of the conversation. Join us in Mozambique from September 14-17 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n As governments across Africa continue tightening oversight of both retail and digital gambling markets, the issues highlighted ahead of GRAF 2026 suggest that stronger enforcement against illegal operators and more measurable responsible gambling policies will remain central to regulatory discussions <\/strong>throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\nContributors highlight vital themes <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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