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South Africa weighs advertising curbs and tax reform as gambling scrutiny intensifies

South Africa’s gambling sector is facing intensified regulatory scrutiny as policymakers weigh tighter advertising controls, new fiscal measures and targeted interventions aimed at curbing social harm.

3 min read • Feb 23 • By Jack Found

Nigeria: Lagos enforces 5% withholding tax on gaming winnings across licensed platforms

The new framework introduces mandatory tax deductions on gaming payouts in Lagos, increasing compliance responsibilities for operators and tightening player identification requirements.

1 min read • Feb 23 • By Milagros del Priore

government to consult on unlicensed sports sponsorship ban

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UK Government prepares blanket ban on sports sponsorships with unlicensed operators

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport will consult on potential new measures to restrict unlicensed gambling companies from sponsoring sports clubs.

2 min read • Feb 23 • By Rory Calland

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Penn agrees with HG Vora as three new Board Directors appointed

Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox and Fabio Schiavolin have all joined Penn’s BOD as Independent Directors as the company enters a cooperation agreement with HG Vora.

2 min read • Feb 23 • By Will Underwood

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Argentina criminal complaint targets Mr.Bet over alleged unlicensed operations

An online gambling platform operating under the name Mr.Bet is facing a criminal complaint over the purported misuse of an official provincial lottery symbol to suggest regulatory approval.

1 min read • Feb 23 • By Milagros del Priore

uganda regulator runs responsible gambling training

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Uganda regulator holds responsible gaming training at Kitooro Market

The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has continued its program of community engagement with traders at the market in Entebbe.

1 min read • Feb 23 • By Rory Calland

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Norwegian Recycling Lottery granted exemption from 18-year age limit

Pantelotteriet, where participants can turn recycled bottles into national lottery entries, has received an exemption from the legal 18+ age restriction for gambling.

2 min read • Feb 23 • By Tim Poole