The regulator raised concerns over proposals to include cash equivalents such as chips, tokens and credits within the definition of taxable deposits, as well as plans to tax winnings from prize competitions and short-term lotteries.
Cirsa has reported operating revenue of €623m ($724.4m) in Q1 2026, up 8% year-on-year, with operating profit rising 8.5% to €194m and EBITDA also increasing 8.5%.
The launch is the next step in MozzartBet's player engagement strategy, as the operator continues to scale its multi-market presence and deepen the experience it delivers across its brands.
The action comes as Gauteng’s share of South Africa’s gambling revenue has fallen sharply despite national market growth.
SAFA, Hollywoodbets and the SABC have restructured South Africa’s top women’s football competition as broadcasters and sponsors increase investment in the domestic game.
Lottotech operates the Mauritius National Lottery, which will see all of its retail terminals replaced with Brightstar’s RetailerPro S2 hardware as a result of the expanded collaboration.
Retailers, banks and telecom operators have warned that rising online betting activity is reducing spending on essentials and increasing financial distress among South African consumers.
The iGaming platform magnifies its reach in Africa, further expanding its global footprint.
The rollout comes as Sun International targets a larger online share in South Africa while regulators continue to scrutinise digital gambling activity.
The unit will have broad powers to investigate, enforce and report gambling-related offences across the country.