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Uganda moves to control betting payouts through Central Bank Uganda Sports bettingThe Ugandan government is planning to centralize all payouts from betting, casino, and gaming activities through the Bank of Uganda in an effort to improve revenue collection and curb tax evasion.April 11, 2025 -
Uganda proposes UGX 110M fine for betting firms evading payment system Uganda RegulationThe Ugandan government has introduced a proposal to impose stringent penalties on casinos, sports betting, and gaming companies that fail to integrate with the Bank of Uganda’s centralized payments system for stakes and winnings.March 31, 2025 -
Uganda's lottery watchdog joins Makerere to shut down student betting Uganda RegulationMakerere University's Guild leadership and the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board of Uganda (NLGRB) signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).March 26, 2025 -
Uganda's NLGRB cracks down on illegal gaming machines Uganda RegulationOn February 18, 2025, a major step was taken in the fight against illegal gaming as over 1,092 unlicensed gaming and betting machines were set for destruction by a licensed e-waste management company, Luwero Industries Ltd.February 18, 2025 -
Uganda joins Africa’s growing push to legalize and regulate cryptocurrencies Uganda CryptocurrenciesThe Ugandan government is considering introducing legislation to regulate cryptocurrency trade, citing its growing impact on the country’s financial ecosystem.January 11, 2025 -
National Gaming Board and Uganda Police collaborate for safer gambling practices Uganda RegulationOn December 12, the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) hosted a stakeholders' engagement meeting with the Uganda Police Force (UPF) at the Kabira Country Club in Kampala.December 13, 2024 -
Uganda Revenue Authority seeks to establish fair tax framework for crypto Uganda CryptocurrenciesAt the 2024 Plenary Meeting of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes held in Paraguay, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) announced plans to harmonize the taxation regime for crypto-assets in Uganda.December 1, 2024 -
Uganda's Casino Golden City Limited temporarily shuts down UgandaCasino Golden City Limited, one of Uganda’s licensed land-based casino operators for 2024, has announced a temporary shutdown of its operations.November 5, 2024 -
Uganda launches National Lottery campaign focused on responsible gaming practices Uganda RegulationThe National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has launched a collaboration with the Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) to promote responsible gaming practices.October 22, 2024 -
National Lotteries Board and USPA unite to promote responsible gaming in Uganda Uganda RegulationThe Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) is set to lead a public awareness campaign in collaboration with the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) to promote responsible gaming.October 11, 2024
