iGaming AFRIKA News

BetConstruct AI has launched The Purest Sportsbook, a commercial offer designed to lower entry and expansion costs for operators across Africa, LatAm, Asia and other markets. Valid until October 1, 2026, the offer includes setup discounts of up to 65%, three months of free Sportsbook access globally, extended free access for eligible LatAm deals, a three-month fee waiver across its proprietary core suite, a 51% discount on third-party integrations, and free internal tools for new deals. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/betconstruct-ai-unveils-its-new-commercial-offer-the-purest-sportsbook/

The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) has partnered with the Lotteries and Gaming Board to launch the Responsible Gambling Skit Challenge. The challenge calls on content creators and skit makers to produce one- to two-minute videos under the theme “Responsible Gambling – Know When to Stop!” The competition closes on 31 August, with $1,000 awarded to the skit with the highest views and engagement. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/zimbabwe-arts-council-and-lotteries-board-launch-responsible-gambling-skit-challenge/

Kenya’s High Court has maintained interim measures in a legal dispute challenging aspects of the country’s gambling regulatory framework, involving the Prime Cabinet Secretary, the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs and the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Kenya. Justice Musyoka, who certified the matter as urgent, on 13 August allowed prayers 2 and 6 of an application filed on 11 August to remain in force on an interim basis, saying this was necessary to prevent the court’s 7 August orders from being rendered meaningless. The respondents have seven days to file their responses, with the court scheduled to rule on the application on 21 August 2026 through the Judiciary’s Case Tracking System. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/kenya-high-court-extends-interim-measures-in-gambling-regulatory-dispute/

Artificial intelligence and its growing role in identifying gambling harm will take centre stage at an upcoming webinar titled “The Role of AI in Player Protection”, set for 27 August 2026 at 01:00 PM WAT. The 90-minute session will bring together Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO of Mindway AI, Arinze Arum, CEO of Enugu State Gaming and Lotto Commission, Jeremiah Maangi, CEO of iGaming AFRIKA, and other experts from across Africa to explore how AI-powered tools can help identify gambling-related risk earlier, enable timely intervention, and support safer gambling experiences. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/ai-will-take-centre-stage-in-upcoming-player-protection-webinar/

South Africa’s online slot gaming market is increasingly geared towards mobile players, with platforms focusing on fast-loading games, lower data use, simple mobile interfaces and payment options that suit local users. At the same time, developers are adapting game performance, payment systems and platform design to fit the country’s regulatory requirements and player preferences. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/why-south-africa-remains-one-of-africas-most-interesting-markets-for-online-slot-gaming/

Betora will make its first appearance as an exhibitor at SBC Summit Lisbon, using the event to highlight its growing focus on African iGaming markets and showcase technology aimed at improving operational efficiency, localisation and the player experience. “We are looking forward to reconnecting with the African iGaming community in Lisbon. The dialogue we had with operators across the region over the past six months have played a key role in shaping our product and our priorities. At SBC Lisbon, we will be able to show how those conversations have translated into practical solutions addressing many of the pain points they shared with us,” said Hamed Rahimi, CEO of Betora. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/betora-brings-africa-focused-igaming-technology-to-sbc-summit-lisbon-this-september/

iGamingFuture East Africa is back! Built for those shaping the future of East African iGaming. Taking place at Carnivore in Nairobi, Kenya on from 14th - 15th October 2026. Register now and be part of the new wave of value-led East African iGaming industry events: https://igamingfuture.com/igf-east-africa-2026/

Thirteen people have been arrested and R10,853.10 seized in the first operations conducted by South Africa’s Illegal Gambling Task Team (IGTT) in Limpopo. The operations were carried out in Modimolle on 4 August 2026 and Lephalale on 6 August 2026 by the IGTT, which brings together the National Gambling Board (NGB), the Limpopo Gambling Board, Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, North West Gambling Board and the South African Police Service (SAPS). The action forms part of the National Enforcement Strategy adopted by the Law Enforcement Forum (LEF) to strengthen the fight against illegal gambling. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/south-africas-illegal-gambling-task-team-begins-enforcement-drive-in-limpopo/

CreedRoomz is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking, culturally localized live casino game, the first-ever game of its kind tailored specifically for the African region. The game delivers a seamless, localized experience that features a fully native Kiswahili user interface including all menus and betting layouts and is hosted live by native Swahili dealers who interact with players in real-time. “True localization means building experiences that resonate culturally. By pairing native Swahili hosts with our thrilling 700x Aurum mechanic, we’ve built an unmatched acquisition and retention tool for African operators”, said Hayk Tovmasyan, Head of Live Projects at CreedRoomz. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/creedroomz-launches-first-ever-swahili-live-casino-title-to-capture-booming-african-market/

1spin4win has launched its classic game portfolio on Stake, marking another step in its ongoing international expansion. The deal supports the provider’s broader market expansion strategy amid strong business growth. Olga Hlukhovskaya, Business Development Director at 1spin4win, said, “Going live with Stake is an important milestone for 1spin4win and another confirmation of our international growth. Stake is one of the industry’s most recognized brands, with a large global community and an established market position. This partnership gives us an excellent opportunity to bring our games to a wider audience and continue building our presence across markets.” Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/1spin4win-goes-live-on-stake-to-strengthen-its-global-presence/

The Gaming Board of Tanzania (GBT) and the Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen coordination in the management of gaming activities across Tanzania. The partnership is meant to provide a framework for closer cooperation between the gaming regulator and government structures overseeing regional administration and local government. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/tanzania-gaming-board-and-pmo-ralg-sign-mou-to-strengthen-gaming-oversight/

Ghana’s National Lottery Authority (NLA) has extended the deadline for Private Lotto Operators, agents and writers to end manual, paper-based lottery operations by two months, following stakeholder consultations on the transition to digital systems. The original August 1, 2026 deadline has now been moved to October 1, 2026. Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/ghana-nla-gives-lotto-operators-two-month-extension-to-end-paper-based-staking/

SBC Summit will put player experience under the microscope this September, as its Academy brings together the operators, product leaders and regulators shaping how engagement is designed, and where its limits should sit. The Player Experience Academy forms part of the event's Education+ programme, and will explore how operators can strengthen engagement, retention and long-term player value alongside their responsibility to protect players. Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: "Some of the most effective engagement mechanics in iGaming came from outside the industry. Video games, retail and entertainment have shown how missions, progression systems, battle passes and personalised rewards build stronger and more lasting customer relationships." Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/sbc-summits-player-experience-academy-explores-engagement-and-its-limits/

SOFTSWISS will host a LinkedIn Live Panel titled Scaling Across Regulated Markets: What It Takes to Grow Into Multiple Jurisdictions on 27 August 2026 at 14:00 CET. The session will bring together industry experts from the operator and provider sides to discuss the practical challenges of expanding across regulated jurisdictions. Khoren Ispiryan, Team Lead of Sales, European Markets at SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, comments: "Operators often focus on obtaining a licence first. However, sustainable growth depends on the decisions made long before and long after that. Every jurisdiction has its own commercial rhythm, operational demands, content expectations, and player behaviour. This panel is a chance for operators to avoid common pitfalls by hearing directly from people who have worked through those specifics." Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/softswiss-hosts-live-panel-on-scaling-across-regulated-markets/

Chris Bird delivered an interactive media and communications workshop for more than 100 media officers from 1xCup clubs. He provided practical guidance on storytelling, media relations, photography, social media, matchday communications, and crisis response to help clubs strengthen their engagement with supporters, journalists, sponsors, and local communities. “Every club has a story, whatever its size or budget,” said Bird. “This workshop was about helping clubs find those stories and tell them clearly, accurately, and with confidence. Good communication can create opportunities for players, bring supporters closer, and help the whole club build a stronger profile." Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/1xcares-chris-bird-delivers-media-training-for-1xcup-clubs/

Playson is pleased to announce the appointment of Denys Koshel as its first Vice President of Commercial Partnerships. This new role combines leadership in account management and emerging markets into a single strategic function, with Denys reporting directly to Chief Commercial Officer Ben Wood. Commenting on the appointment, Denys Koshel said, “I am proud to take on this new role at an exciting stage of Playson’s growth. Our partners operate in increasingly competitive and complex markets, and they need suppliers who can support them with more than content alone. “My focus will be on building a commercial service model that is clear, efficient and genuinely valuable for our clients.” Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/playson-appoints-denys-koshel-as-vp-of-commercial-partnerships/

Moruntshi Kemorwale, Chief Executive Officer of the Gambling Authority of Botswana, has revealed that an estimated P850 million is spent each year on illegal betting platforms outside Botswana’s regulatory framework. He also raised concern over unlicensed platforms that attract underage users and called for a collective response from everyone in the industry to curb illegal gambling and protect young people. “Responsible gambling is everyone’s responsibility,” he said. “We must protect our young people, support licensed operators and stop illegal gambling from draining our economy. Together, we can build a safer and more responsible gambling environment for Botswana” Read More: https://igamingafrika.com/botswana-raises-alarm-over-p850-million-illegal-betting-spend/

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