Namibia

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  Namibia’s Gambling Board opens enquiry booth at BIPA headquarters in Windhoek Namibia

  The Gambling Board of Namibia has opened a new enquiry booth at the Business and Intellectual Property Authority headquarters in Windhoek, creating an additional contact point for operators, applicants and other stakeholders in the country’s gambling sector.

  April 18, 2026
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  Namibia proposes 5% levy on promotional competition prizes in lottery oversight push Namibia

  Namibia’s Lotteries Board is seeking to introduce a 5% levy on promotional competition prizes, alongside a N$2,000 processing fee for approval applications, as part of a broader effort to tighten supervision of the country’s lottery-linked promotional market.

  April 3, 2026
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  Namibia opens nationwide consultations on gambling and lottery regulation reform Namibia

  Namibia has launched a nationwide consultation on proposed changes to its gambling and lottery rules, opening a new stage in the reform of the country’s gaming framework as authorities seek broader input from both the public and the industry.

  March 28, 2026
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  Namibia’s Gambling Board orders licence holders to clear levy and fee arrears by 30 April Namibia

  In Public Notice No. 001 of 2026, the Gambling Board of Namibia warns that unpaid levies and fees could trigger disciplinary action — including penalties and possible licence suspension or withdrawal.

  February 14, 2026
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  Namibia could launch national lottery in next 1-2 years Namibia

  The Namibia Lotteries Board has confirmed that the country’s first state lottery is in the final stages of preparation and will be launched in the next 1-2 years

  August 19, 2025
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  Google to allow gambling and betting ads in Cameroon and Namibia Cameroon Namibia

  Google has announced that it will open access to advertising for online gambling, sports betting, and lottery content on August 19

  August 13, 2025
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  Namibia and Botswana to collaborate to improve gambling regulation Namibia Botswana

  A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed during a bilateral meeting on 23-24 July 2025, which sets new standards for cooperation in gambling regulation in Africa.

  July 31, 2025
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  Namibia combats the spread of gambling addiction Namibia

  There has been a significant increase in the number of sports betting and gambling platforms in recent times. This undoubtedly raises concerns about their impact on society, especially on vulnerable groups

  July 22, 2025
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  Namibia moves to strengthen regulation of gambling and sports betting Namibia Regulation

  The Namibian government is intensifying efforts to regulate gambling and sports betting, recognizing the industry’s potential for revenue generation while addressing its social risks. Environment, Forestry and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel told parliament that authorities are taking active steps to curb illegal gambling and promote responsible gaming.

  June 19, 2025
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  Namibian gambling operators lose court bid to avoid levies Namibia Regulation

  Gambling operators in Namibia have lost their legal battle to avoid paying statutory levies under the current gambling laws.

  April 16, 2025