Events, Media, and Publishing
Companies offering events, media, and publishing in the iGaming industry — 4 listed.
Gaming Port Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
Gaming Port Uganda is the country's leading independent source of information on the gambling industry, operating as a specialised media and publishing platform. Founded in Kampala, Uganda, the company has established itself as the primary reference point for both industry professionals and consumers seeking authoritative content on casinos, sports betting, gaming regulations, and market trends in Uganda and across East Africa. The company's editorial offering encompasses in-depth reviews of online and offline casinos, evaluations of sports betting platforms, detailed game reviews, regulatory analysis, expert tips, and a collection of informative blogs. Gaming Port positions itself as a bridge between operators, suppliers, regulators, and end-users, frequently publishing features that dissect operational challenges such as platform complexity, CRM effectiveness, risk management, and integration hurdles. Privately held and employing between 11 and 50 staff, Gaming Port maintains a strong digital footprint through its website (gamingport.ug) and active social media presence. The company's content strategy focuses on providing actionable intelligence to betting operators, while also educating the broader public about responsible gambling and industry developments. Its editorial independence and deep market knowledge have made it a trusted voice in Uganda's rapidly evolving gaming sector, where regulatory changes and market entry by international operators create ongoing demand for reliable information.
Gaming & Leisure, founded in 2000 by Jeannie Caruso, is the first management periodical dedicated exclusively to owners and operators in the gaming and hospitality industries. Recognizing a gap for specialized, apples-to-apples research, Caruso built a B2B platform that now includes a magazine, an invitation-only executive forum, and an annual industry awards program. The company's flagship G&L Roundtable is described by Caruso as the premier private forum in North America for gaming executives. Through its magazine, digital channels, live events, and research services, Gaming & Leisure reaches property executives, operators, and suppliers across North America and globally. It is widely regarded as the preeminent source for gaming and hospitality intelligence, fostering a powerful community of Board members, Business Partners, and Roundtable Colleagues.
AfriGaming Bulletin
Nairobi, Kenya
AfriGaming Bulletin is a privately held media company founded in 2025 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. The company positions itself as a premier source for the latest iGaming news, analysis, and insights across Africa and globally. Operating with a small team of 2–10 employees, AfriGaming Bulletin covers industry developments including game releases, technological advancements, regulatory changes, partnerships, and corporate appointments within the online gaming sector. The company distinguishes itself through a commitment to responsible gaming advocacy, operating the AfriGaming Bulletin Foundation’s “Play Safe Africa” initiative, which educates, promotes, and supports responsible gambling practices across the continent. AfriGaming Bulletin serves industry professionals, stakeholders, and enthusiasts by delivering timely and accurate information through its official website and social media channels including LinkedIn and Instagram. The company actively reports on key market trends, operator activities, and supplier expansions, such as Playson’s partnership with Hollywoodbets in South Africa and SportPesa’s monthly awards for the Kenyan Football League. As a newly established media outlet, AfriGaming Bulletin aims to document, analyze, and amplify Africa’s rapidly growing iGaming ecosystem, projecting significant industry growth from an estimated $12.7 billion in 2026 to $19.4 billion by 2030.
NEXT.io
Zebbug, Malta
NEXT.io is a content-driven events, media, and publishing company that brands itself as “The World’s iGaming Community.” Based in Zebbug, Malta, it organises in-person and online conferences, runs a widely followed podcast, and produces news and analysis targeting iGaming professionals, investors, and affiliated sectors such as technology, blockchain, and sports betting. Its flagship in-person gatherings include the NEXT Summit series (New York, Valletta), each drawing hundreds of senior executives for networking, keynote speeches, and panel discussions. The company also operates a digital media arm that publishes daily iGaming news, hosts a dedicated podcast (billed as “the primary podcast of the iGaming industry”), and offers a library of recorded sessions for on‑demand viewing. In 2025, NEXT.io reported a doubling of its business partnerships to 250, underscoring its growing influence as a community hub and B2B platform. The company is privately held and has maintained a lean team of between 11 and 50 employees since its founding.
