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South Africa’s DTIC urges stronger protection measures as gambling sector posts R59.3 billion GGR South AfricaDuring the Responsible Gambling Summit 2025 on 13-14 November in Kempton Park, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) called for urgent reforms in the gambling industry and emphasized that despite the sector’s gross gambling revenue of R59.3 billion (~US$3.4 billion) in the 2023/24 year, problem gambling remains a critical national concernNovember 18, 2025 -
Africa’s gaming regulators gear up for the 16th Annual Gaming Regulators Africa Forum (GRAF 2025) in North-West Province, South Africa South AfricaFrom 17–20 November 2025, the 16th edition of GRAF will convene at the Sun City Resort in South Africa’s North-West Province under the banner “Strengthening Gambling Regulation in Africa: A Collaborative Action Against Illegal Gambling and Promotion of Responsible Play in a Tech-Driven Era”November 14, 2025 -
South Africa Brand Rating: Popularity Analysis for October 2025 Market analysis South AfricaSouth Africa boasts the most mature and regulated gambling market in Africa. In October 2025, the market is dominated by brands that have successfully offered players not only betting but also high-quality casino products. Let's look at who is in the top ten and what factors determine their successNovember 10, 2025 -
More than 100 organisations in South Africa unite to call for ban on online gambling platforms South AfricaA coalition of over one hundred groups has formally demanded that the South African government prohibit online betting services, signalling mounting regulatory pressure on the local gambling industryNovember 10, 2025 -
South Africa Exits FATF Grey List, Marking Boost for Economic Confidence South AfricaSouth Africa, one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest economies, has officially been removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) “grey list” of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, a move expected to ease capital flows and bolster investor sentimentOctober 29, 2025 -
South Africa Moves to Tighten Advertising Controls as Problem Gambling Hits 31% South AfricaThe National Gambling Board (NGB) has revealed that 31% of South Africans now show signs of problem gambling, prompting the government to announce new plans to regulate gambling advertising more strictlyOctober 24, 2025 -
South Africa’s Turnover Reaches $86 Billion Driven by Online Betting Boom South AfricaSouth Africa’s gambling industry has reached a historic milestone, with total turnover hitting R1.5 trillion (around US$86.5 billion) in the 2024/2025 fiscal year — fueled largely by the explosive growth of online betting platformsOctober 21, 2025 -
Betway in Africa: A Guide to the Top Hits from South Africa to Nigeria South Africa NigeriaThe international giant Betway has long established a strong presence on the African continent, becoming synonymous with premium betting and gambling. But what lies behind the brand's success in countries as diverse as South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya? We analyzed the gaming preferences in each of these key regions to understand which slots and crash games have won the hearts of millions an...October 20, 2025 -
South Africa’s PowerBall Jackpot Reaches R140 Million After No Winner in October 10 Draw South AfricaThe biggest PowerBall jackpot of 2025 continues to grow — after no player matched all six numbers in Friday’s draw, South Africa’s national lottery operator Ithuba confirmed that the top prize has rolled over to R140 million (approximately €6.8 million)October 15, 2025 -
South African Constitutional Court Rules Casino Loyalty Rewards Must Be Included in Gambling Tax Calculations South AfricaThe Constitutional Court of South Africa has ruled that non-cashable casino loyalty rewards, known as “freeplay” credits, must be included in the calculation of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) for gambling tax purposes under Western Cape and Eastern Cape provincial lawsOctober 13, 2025
