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Malawi and Nigeria strengthen gaming and lottery cooperation through knowledge exchange Malawi NigeriaMalawi’s Gaming & Lotteries Authority has held a bilateral regulatory engagement with the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority in Nigeria, with discussions focused on responsible gambling, consumer protection, emerging technology and stronger cooperation between African regulators.September 1, 2026 -
Angola and Malawi gambling regulators discuss MoU to strengthen cross-border oversight Angola MalawiAngola’s Instituto de Supervisão de Jogos and the Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority are considering a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at improving information sharing, technical cooperation and coordinated supervision as a growing number of gambling operators maintain activities in both markets.August 18, 2026 -
Malawi Opens Applications for New Casino and Sports Betting Licences MalawiThe Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority has launched a new licensing round for land-based casino and sports betting operators, giving local and international companies a fresh opportunity to enter the country’s regulated gambling market.June 17, 2026 -
Malawi limits betting advertisements to 9pm 6am under MAGLA compliance push MalawiMalawi’s Gaming and Lotteries Authority has reinforced a late-night advertising window for betting and lottery promotions, saying the measure is designed to protect children and vulnerable groups while tightening responsible-gambling compliance across the industry.April 18, 2026 -
Malawi’s gambling regulator MAGLA opens operator talks after 15% winnings tax overhaul MalawiMAGLA has begun consultations with major bookmakers after Malawi raised withholding tax on betting, gambling and lottery winnings to 15% and removed previous tax-free thresholds, as the regulator weighs market impact and next steps with government stakeholders.February 22, 2026 -
Malawi police and MAGLA launch Central West campaign to curb underage gambling MalawiThe Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority and Central West Region Police say the new drive will focus on school outreach and community education, warning that gambling by minors is illegal and can derail education.February 19, 2026 -
MAGLA Donates K20 Million to NPL Mothers Fun Run MalawiThe Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has supported the Nation Publications Limited (NPL) Mothers’ Fun Run by donating K20 million (approximately €10,000)September 1, 2025 -
MAGLA welcomes PremierBet Malawi’s new centre, urges responsible betting Malawi Sports bettingPremierBet Malawi has reportedly launched a new gaming centre in Limbe, Blantyre, described as the brand’s largest establishment across the African continent.May 16, 2025 -
Malawi cracks down on underage gambling with new regulations Malawi RegulationThe Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has introduced stringent new regulations to protect vulnerable populations, including a ban on anyone under the age of 18 participating in gambling activities.March 17, 2025 -
Booming Games partners with World Star Betting to expand gaming reach across Africa Lesotho MalawiBooming Games, a leading provider of innovative and engaging casino games, has announced an exciting new partnership with World Star Betting, a rapidly growing betting platform.March 11, 2025
