The Democratic Alliance, the official opposition to the ruling African National Congress (ANC) in South Africa, has introduced a new bill aiming to regulate remote gambling in the country.
The Remote Gambling Bill (B11-2024) sets out a host of rules in South Africa. These include a new licensing system, proposed regulations for operators and protection measures to help prevent gambling related harm.
South Africa is without regulation when it comes to online gambling, despite a bill being on the table since 2008. The National Gambling Amendment Act, which regulated online gambling, was assented to by the president 16 years ago. However, the bill remains unsigned.
