Location: Africa
Flutter consolidates non-U.S. businesses, names CEO of UK and Ireland
Flutter Entertainment has announced details of a streamlined, two-divisional restructure to support its future growth plans, with existing... more
Super Group sees Africa emerge as biggest Q3 revenue contributor as it navigates U.S. exit
Betway owner Super Group posted a 20.3% drop in profit over Q3, despite the company reporting revenue of €402.9m [$432.2m], its highest... more
South Africa authority rejects Sun International-Peermont casino merger
South Africa’s Competition Commission on Sunday gave the red light to Sun International’s proposed acquisition of Peermont Holdings,... more
Online gambling has fueled an industry boom that threatens public health, commission finds
The rise of online betting has led the commercial gambling industry to balloon worldwide, posing a significant threat to public health,... more
EDITORIAL: Time for a public health response to gambling
Today [October 24], we publish the Lancet Public Health Commission on gambling—an inquiry and response to a neglected, understudied, and... more
Gambling board CEO returns to work amid misconduct claims
Kenny Dichabe, the suspended chief executive of the Free State Gambling, Liquor and Tourism Authority, has returned to his position... more
South Africa gambling revenue up more than 25% in 2023-2024 fiscal year, reaching US$3.37B
Gross gambling revenue in South Africa hit a record ZAR59.3bn ($3.37bn) in the 2023-24 financial year, while player spending also reached... more
Botswana issues gambling licenses to revive sector
The Chairperson of the Gambling Authority, Marvin Torto, has announced a major development in Botswana’s gambling industry, revealing the... more
South Africa: Sun International’s profit jumps on big betting gains
Sun International reported a 9.1% rise in first-half earnings on Monday, as record growth in the South African casino and hotel... more
Explore key markets at SBC Summit’s Global Markets Lounge
SBC Summit, taking place September 24-26 at Feira Internacional de Lisboa, will offer a global approach, providing comprehensive insights... more
