South Africa

DigiPlus has been approved to operate in South Africa, as the company continues its global expansion into regulated markets.

Growing financial pressure is driving more South Africans to gamble, raising concerns about risk and responsible play.

South Africa is planning stricter gambling advertising controls, including time restrictions and increased responsible gambling requirements.

South Africa’s gambling regulator is calling for stronger national coordination as concerns grow over fragmented provincial rules.

Sun International has appointed Mark Sergeant as its new gaming chief, as land-based casinos in South Africa adapt to changing market conditions.

Governments across Africa are increasing gambling taxes as online betting grows rapidly, with South Africa proposing major changes that could reshape the market

South Africa’s casino floors are still bringing in the bulk of gaming revenue, but the latest Sun International results show online betting is growing much faster.

South Africa’s proposed 20% online gambling tax is facing fresh industry backlash, with bookmakers warning the plan could squeeze licensed operators and make offshore sites more attractive.

South African student funding and gambling regulators are stepping in after concerns that education allowances are being misused on gambling.

The National Gambling Board has issued a compliance notice to provincial regulators, targeting remote gambling servers and tightening enforcement.