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South African Gambling News & Regulation Updates

Latest news on South African gambling regulation, licensing, industry developments and responsible gambling. Updated regularly from official and verified industry sources.

Latest update: March 2026

Latest articles

Springbok squad for 2nd Test: Pollard starts 10, Reinach in for Grant Williams, Kolisi fitness call

Rassie has named the 23 five days out. Pollard-Reinach halfback pair, Hooker on the wing, Kolisi subject to a Friday fitness test. The four calls that matter and what they tell you about the game plan.

By Naledi Khumalo | 24 August 2026

South Africa v Korea Republic: how the market moved 32 percent

The Korea Republic moneyline shortened from 2.26 to 1.54 in 48 hours. The three drivers behind the move, the secondary lines that still hold value, and what we would back instead.

By Naledi Khumalo | 20 June 2026

Betway Extends Premiership Sponsorship Through 2028

Betway renews its title sponsorship of the SA Premier Soccer League through the 2027/28 season.

By Thabo Mokoena | 20 March 2026

Hollywoodbets Confirmed as Durban July 2026 Title Sponsor

SA's biggest horse racing event retains its title sponsor for another year at Greyville.

By Lerato Dlamini | 18 March 2026

Western Cape Board Issues Two New Online Betting Licences

The WCGRB expands SA's licensed online betting market with two new operators.

By Sipho Nkosi | 15 March 2026

Ozow Processes R2 Billion in Betting Deposits During 2025

Instant EFT payments now dominate the SA betting deposit market as card usage declines.

By Naledi Khumalo | 12 March 2026

RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING

SA Responsible Gambling Week 2026: What Operators Are Doing

Licensed bookmakers roll out deposit limits, self-exclusion tools, and awareness campaigns.

By Thabo Mokoena | 8 March 2026

Cricket T20 World Cup 2026: Where South Africans Can Bet

Licensed SA bookmakers with the best cricket odds and Proteas pre-tournament prices.

By Lerato Dlamini | 5 March 2026

Earlier updates

Regulation 2026-03-20

SA Gambling Board Issues New Responsible Gambling Standards

Updated safer-play obligations now apply to all licensed betting operators.

Industry 2026-03-15

Hollywoodbets Reports Record March Turnover

The KZN-headquartered bookmaker posts strong Q1 2026 betting volumes.

Regulation 2026-03-10

NLC Announces Lottery Good Causes Grant Cycle 2026

R2.8 billion in good-cause funding to be distributed in the current cycle.

Industry 2026-03-05

Betway SA Expands Esports Betting Markets

New CS2 and Valorant markets added to the Betway South Africa platform.

Regulation 2026-02-28

Mpumalanga Economic Regulator Renews Emnotweni Licence

Five-year renewal granted following compliance review.

Industry 2026-02-20

FNB to Block Gambling Transactions on Request from March 2026

First South African bank to offer proactive gambling payment blocks.

Regulation 2026-02-15

Western Cape Gambling Board Releases Annual Report 2025

WCGRB annual report shows 8% increase in sports betting gross gaming revenue.

Industry 2026-02-10

Sun International Reports Improved Trading at Sun City

Improved international tourism and domestic visitors drive Sun City performance.

Regulatory bodies we track

National Gambling Board (NGB)

National oversight and coordination of provincial gambling regulations under the National Gambling Act 2004.

Gauteng Gambling Board (GGB)

Licences and regulates casinos, bookmakers, bingo and LPMs in Gauteng province.

Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB)

Regulates all gambling including online sports betting operators based in Western Cape.

KwaZulu-Natal Gaming and Betting Board (KZNGBB)

Regulates casinos, betting and gaming in KwaZulu-Natal.

National Lotteries Commission (NLC)

Regulates the National Lottery operated by Ithuba Holdings and administers good-cause distributions.

Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC)

Oversees anti-money laundering compliance for gambling operators, including KYC and reporting obligations.

Regulation updates

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