South Africa

South African bookmakers are calling for unregulated prediction markets to be blocked after more than R700,000 was reportedly wagered on Johannesburg’s next mayor. The industry body says offshore platforms create serious risks around political integrity, money laundering, consumer protection and taxation.

Illegal online casinos targeting South African players could soon face a nationwide website block. The National Gambling Board is searching for a technology provider capable of identifying unlawful gambling sites, restricting access and tracking operators that return under new domains.

South Africa's gambling industry is renewing calls for modern online gambling laws as digital betting continues to grow. Industry leaders say updated regulation should focus on protecting players, improving compliance and cracking down on illegal offshore gambling operators.

South Africa's gambling support services are seeing more people seek help as online betting becomes increasingly popular. Experts say greater awareness, easier access to gambling platforms and growing participation are all contributing to the rise in demand for assistance.

A South African entrepreneur has officially claimed a R100.6 million Lotto jackpot after discovering he was the long-awaited winner. Despite the life-changing prize, his first planned purchase is something surprisingly simple: takeaway burgers for his family.

South Africa's gambling industry continues to expand at a rapid pace, with recent figures showing record levels of betting activity across the country. Online wagering remains the primary growth driver, as mobile technology and increased digital adoption reshape the gambling landscape.

South African casinos faced a June 30, 2026 deadline to submit Risk and Compliance Returns to the Financial Intelligence Centre, as regulators continue tightening anti-money laundering oversight across the gambling sector.

South Africa's National Gambling Policy Council is accelerating work on new legislation aimed at gambling addiction and stricter advertising rules, as officials confront a surge in illegal offshore betting that is costing the economy billions of rand each year.

South Africa's gambling regulators have intensified enforcement against casino-style games offered by sports betting operators. The move follows recent court decisions and regulatory guidance confirming that online casino games cannot legally be provided under sports betting licences, forcing affected operators to remove certain products or risk regulatory action.

South Africa's National Gambling Board has unveiled a new online verification portal listing every legally licensed gambling operator in the country. The move is designed to help players quickly identify legitimate casinos and steer clear of the unlicensed offshore sites.