Botswana
The President of Botswana affirms the economic contribution of the gambling industry, expecting to create over 2000 job opportunities.
Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi recently stated during an inspection of the country's Gambling Authority that the gambling industry will create over 2,000 permanent jobs by the end of the next fiscal year, providing significant support for economic diversification and youth employment. The Pres
The online gambling industry in Botswana is expanding rapidly, with monthly betting amounts exceeding 150 million Pula.
According to the latest data from the Botswana Gambling Authority, the total monthly betting amount in the country has reached 150 million Pula, with over 220,000 participants, indicating a rapid expansion of the gambling industry, especially online sports betting nationwide. However, behind the boo
Botswana and Namibia reach a gambling cooperation agreement, setting a new benchmark for responsible gambling in Africa.
The Botswana Gambling Authority and the Namibia Lottery Commission held a high-level bilateral meeting in Gaborone and formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at deepening cooperation between the two countries in gambling regulation, player protection, and industry governance.The
The Botswana Gambling Authority has been awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification, demonstrating exceptional regulatory strength.
The Botswana Gambling Authority recently received the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification from the Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS), marking an important step in the field of gambling regulation and fully complying with internationally recognized management standards.At the awa
Botswana Gambling Regulatory Experience Fully Explained: How Does Responsible Gambling Coexist with Industry Development?
In the field of gambling regulation in Africa, Botswana is gradually establishing a model worth emulating. Recently, the media interviewed Portia Diteko, the director in charge of "responsible gambling" affairs at the Botswana Gambling Authority (GBB), who detailed the country's experience in insti
Botswana's Online Gambling Market: Opportunities and Challenges in Africa's Emerging Hotspot
Botswana, as one of the most stable countries in terms of economic development in Africa, has shown strong growth potential in the online gambling market in recent years. With a stable political environment, a mature financial system, and a high internet penetration rate, the country is gradually be
Botswana's gambling industry enters a new phase of development: 10 operators granted licenses.
The Botswana Gambling Authority (GA) recently completed a new round of license issuance, granting operating permits to 10 gaming companies. According to the latest data, 6 of these companies have officially commenced operations, 1 has chosen to exit the market, and the remaining 3 are in the prepara
The Botswana Gambling Authority (GA) has issued ten gambling company licenses, six of which have already commenced operations.
The Botswana Gambling Authority (GA) has issued ten gambling licenses, marking progress in the regulation of the country's gambling industry.According to the authority, six licensed institutions have started operations. One has withdrawn, and the remaining three are expected to start operations at a
The gambling craze sweeps across Botswana, with monthly bets reaching 150 million Pula.
As online sports betting platforms rapidly expand, the gambling industry in Botswana is experiencing explosive growth.According to the latest data disclosed by the Gambling Authority, in March 2025 alone, the total amount wagered by gamblers nationwide reached 150 million Pula, with over 220,000 par
DRGT: "Clarion has managed to build not only the world’s largest, but the planet’s premier gaming exhibition"
ICE Barcelona 2025 is a month away and companies around the world are preparing for the tradeshow. Ahead of the event, DRGT executives Marco Herrera, Chief Executive Officer; Andreas Duller, MD Austria;Duncan Pollock, Managing Director (MD), Africa; and Laurence Herbots, Managing Director, DRGT Onli
BiG Africa Summit preparing for 2025 igaming event
The city of Gaborone, Botswana, is gearing up to host igaming’s BiG Africa Summit in February. Organised by Eventus International, the four-day conference between February 17-20 will bring together key decision-makers from Africa’s igaming sector and beyond. Hands-on workshops on the first day wi
Sunbet extends Bede Gaming technology contract
African online betting and gaming operator Sunbet has extended its contract with Merkur Group subsidiary Bede Gaming. Bede will continue to supply its online gaming platform technology to the Sun International brand. So far in 2024, Bede has assisted with Sunbet’s imminent launch in Namibia and B
IAGR adds four trustees to its board
The International Association of Gaming Regulators announced on LinkedIn that it has added four trustees to its board, including Louis Rogacki from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.Kevin Mullally joins to represent Asia/Oceania, Peter Kesitilwe Emolemo from the Gambling Authority of Bot
IAGR appoints four new trustees to board, strengthening global gaming regulation efforts
The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has announced the appointment of four new trustees to its Board, a move aimed at bolstering its commitment to effective and responsible global gaming regulation. The newly appointed trustees bring diverse expertise from across the globe, in a
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 issuance of multiple licenses aimed at revitalizing the sector.Speaking to journalists this week, Torto shared that after the Authority issued a Request for Appli
