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Africa Sports World 

The Future of Online Betting in SA: Less Generous, More Competitive

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South Africa’s online sports betting industry is entering a pivotal new phase. After years of rapid, mobile-driven growth, the sector is now facing increased regulatory scrutiny—most notably through the National Treasury’s proposed 20% national tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR).  The proposal, which closed for public comment in February 2026, is designed to both raise state revenue and address concerns around problem… Read More
Africa Sports World 

How Mobile Access Changed Sports Betting Across Africa

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More people across Africa now use phones as their main way of getting online. Football highlights, live scores, social media, streaming and messaging all happen on the same screen throughout the day. Sports betting followed once mobile internet became easier to access across different parts of the continent. A few years ago, online betting still relied much more on desktop… Read More

Betting-Led Entertainment Platforms Are Changing Online Gambling in South Africa

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SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za says South Africa’s online gambling market is moving into a new phase, as betting-led platforms expand beyond traditional sportsbook products and become broader digital entertainment destinations.  The trend is being driven by a market where sports betting now plays the leading role in gambling activity. The National Gambling Board’s audited statistics for the 2024/25 financial year show total The post Betting-Led Entertainment… Read More

African Online Gambling Trends to Watch in 2026

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Betting websites in Africa are thriving, driving a billion-dollar industry that surpasses traditional gaming. It’s no surprise experts are watching these changes closely. This article looks at the drivers behind iGaming growth. African regions are seeing a big shift in how people spend their free time and make money from it these days. For young The post African Online… Read More

Africa on the Reels: When Online Casinos Go Local

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Most online casinos look like they were designed in the same office park somewhere outside Vegas. Flashy neon, fruit symbols, card suits, maybe a leprechaun or two. But scroll through some of the newer African-inspired titles and you realize something’s changing. Developers are beginning to borrow not from Vegas, but from the savannah, the marketplace, The post Africa on… Read More

Risk And Reward In Gaming Through The Lens Of Arcades and Aviator

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Gaming has always been a matter of risk and reward, but it feels like it has completely changed how we experience it over the years. You would usually throw money at a machine back in the arcade to have the prestige of getting a high score, but consoles and personal computers changed the expectations by The post Risk And… Read More

The Best Spots to Play Online Casino While Abroad

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Travel used to be a full escape. Out of office, out of routine, out of signal. Now? The world’s changed. The WiFi’s better. The screens are sharper. And for millions of travelers, one of the best travel companions isn’t tucked into a suitcase—it’s loaded onto a phone. Online casinos have quietly become part of the The post The Best… Read More
Africa Football Sports World 

Getting Ready for The Euro

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The 2024 European Championships will present an opportunity for the best talents across Europe to compete for the continent’s bragging rights. Based on past experiences, the Euros have been characterized by drama at every stage, providing global football fans unmatched entertainment. What are your expectations for this year’s tournament? As you ponder that question, here are some important details about… Read More
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Nigerian world-record hurdler misses drug tests

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A top Nigerian athlete and world -record hurdler Tobi Amusan, has been charged with breaking anti-doping rules. Amusan is the world record holder for the 100m hurdles. At world championships in Oregon last year, Amusan stunned the crowd by setting the world record with a time of 12.12 seconds in the semifinals of the 100-meter hurdles. She came back about 90 minutes… Read More
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