South Africa

South Africa’s Treasury is weighing a new tax on online betting revenue, with policymakers positioning the move as part of a broader response to gambling-related harm.

South Africa’s National Gambling Board has issued a warning after reports of fraudsters impersonating officials and attempting to extract payments from gambling operators.

Payment infrastructure is becoming a major focus for African gaming operators as casinos and sportsbooks expand across multiple regulated markets.

Authorities in Eswatini are dealing with growing legal pressure after a large-scale crackdown on illegal online gambling and fraud operations involving foreign nationals.

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