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Kenyan Binance P2P accounts reportedly frozen after DCI/NPS request KenyaAn apparent wave of account restrictions on Binance’s peer-to-peer platform has triggered concern in Kenya after local reports said law-enforcement authorities requested the freezing of some user accounts as part of a wider anti-fraud and anti-money-laundering push.April 26, 2026 -
GoldenRace to showcase Virtual Sports and Mobile betting innovations at iGaming Afrika Summit in Nairobi Golden Race KenyaGoldenRace, global leader in virtual sports and betting solutions, has announced its participation in the upcoming iGaming Afrika Summit, held on 4 to 6 May in Nairobi. The company will present its latest suite of technological solutions and gaming content tailored specifically for the East African market at Stand C09.April 23, 2026 -
AGOK warns Kenya’s draft gambling rules could squeeze smaller operators KenyaThe Association of Gaming Operators Kenya says the next layer of rules under the Gambling Control Act, 2025 may raise legal-market entry costs, narrow competition and hand more space to offshore operators.April 15, 2026 -
Kenya proposes KSh2bn threshold and seven-year licence for National Lottery operators KenyaKenya’s Gambling Regulatory Authority has tabled draft National Lottery rules that would set a very high entry bar for operators, formalise retail and digital distribution channels, and tighten AML, data and compliance obligations across the future lottery system.April 14, 2026 -
Kenya’s new gambling regulator prepares tougher licensing push and explores national lottery plan KenyaKenya’s Gambling Regulatory Authority is preparing a stricter licensing and monitoring regime ahead of a key 2026 licensing cycle, while also moving to lay the groundwork for a possible national lottery as part of a broader overhaul of the country’s gambling framework.March 31, 2026 -
Kenya’s KRA urges betting and gambling operators to use ADR to resolve tax disputes without going to court KenyaKRA says Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) lets taxpayers engage directly with the authority to reach an amicable settlement, cutting time and litigation costs—an option it highlights for disputes connected to betting, gaming and lotteries.March 18, 2026 -
Kenya’s KRA enters “tougher digital phase,” targeting nil returns as eTIMS data exposes undeclared income KenyaIn early March 2026, KRA escalated enforcement against taxpayers filing nil returns despite recorded transactions—tightening the compliance net for digital-heavy sectors like betting and gaming.March 4, 2026 -
Kenya’s Gambling Regulatory Authority appoints Peter Maina Karimi as Director General KenyaThe appointment gives the new regulator a substantive CEO as Kenya moves into the final stretch of the handover from BCLB and the restart of licensing under the Gambling Control Act.March 3, 2026 -
Kenya’s EA Sports FC champion Harry “Kappa” signs with Morocco’s RCA Zemamra, becoming first Kenyan to land a pro esports deal abroad Kenya EsportsThe 20-year-old national title holder is joining Morocco’s eBotola League, a rare fully professional esports setup in Africa, as Kenya’s competitive gaming scene looks for bigger international pathways.February 25, 2026 -
Kenya’s betting ad spend plunges 89% after tougher marketing controls KenyaFresh data from Kenya’s Communications Authority shows betting and gaming advertising fell to KES 131m in Q1 FY2025/26, as new approval and content rules tightened the space for traditional media campaigns.February 15, 2026
