Regulator & Government Body

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  Curaçao eGaming

  Curaçao

  Curaçao eGaming (Egaming Curaçao) is a consultancy and licensing solutions firm based in Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean territory that has been a cornerstone of the global online gambling industry since the mid‑1990s. The company specialises in guiding international operators through the process of obtaining and maintaining gaming licences issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA), as well as providing corporate structuring, compliance support, and ongoing regulatory liaison. Its services cater to online casinos, sportsbooks, lottery platforms, and B2B suppliers seeking to enter or expand in markets where a Curaçao licence is accepted. Historically, Curaçao eGaming was one of the four original master‑licensees under the legal entity Cyberluck Curaçao N.V., trading as Curaçao eGaming N.V., which held the authority to issue sub‑licences to operators. Following the implementation of the new National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LOK) in December 2024, the master‑licensee system was replaced by direct licensing through the CGA, and Curaçao eGaming now assists clients in navigating this reformed framework. With a decade‑plus presence in the jurisdiction, the company has built a reputation for efficient onboarding, transparent fee structures, and responsive account management. Its client base spans startup ventures and established operators, and it maintains active partnerships with legal, financial, and technology providers in Curaçao.

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  CONAJZAR – Comisión Nacional de Juegos de Azar

  Leonismo Paraguayo N° 330 esquina Dr. Bestard, Barrio Manorá, Asunción, Paraguay

  CONAJZAR (Comisión Nacional de Juegos de Azar) is the central regulatory authority for all gambling activities in Paraguay, established by Law No. 1.016/1997 and operating under the National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) since a 2025 restructuring. The commission licenses, supervises, and enforces compliance across games of chance including lottery (Quiniela), casinos, bingo, sports betting, horse and greyhound racing, and promotional draws. A landmark reform in 2025 (Law No. 7.438/2025 and Decree No. 3.846/2025) eliminated the state monopoly on Quiniela, opened the market to up to three private operators, and granted CONAJZAR enhanced powers to seize illegal equipment, block unlicensed online platforms, and refer criminal cases to prosecutors. Fiscal revenues are distributed 30% to the Directorate of Beneficence (DIBEN), 30% to municipalities, and the remainder to national social programs. In 2025, CONAJZAR reported annual revenue of approximately USD 28 million, a 22.8% increase year-on-year. The commission is headquartered in Asunción and has been a regular member of the Ibero-American lottery and betting corporation CIELAE for over two decades, contributing to regional regulatory harmonization.

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  Anjouan Gaming

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  Government of Lesotho

  Maseru, Lesotho

  The Government of Lesotho is the supreme governing authority of the Kingdom of Lesotho, a high-altitude, landlocked country completely surrounded by South Africa. Operating as a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy, it is headed by a ceremonial monarch and a prime minister as head of government. The modern state traces its origins to King Moshoeshoe I, who united the Basotho people in the early 19th century, later becoming a British protectorate before gaining full independence on 4 October 1966. Today, the government oversees public services across ten administrative districts, including education, health, infrastructure, and trade, while pursuing digital transformation through an e-government services platform launched in 2024. With a population of approximately 2.1 million, Lesotho is a lower-middle-income economy reliant on agriculture, textiles, water exports, and remittances. The government faces challenges such as high unemployment and HIV/AIDS prevalence but continues to work with international donors to fund development programs. Its capital and seat of government is Maseru, and it maintains membership in the African Union, the Commonwealth, and the Southern African Development Community.

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  North West Gambling Board

  4059 Joules Street, Industrial Site, Mahikeng, 2745, South Africa

  The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) is the statutory regulator of all legal gambling activities in the North West Province of South Africa, established in 2001 under the North West Gambling Act. Classified as a Schedule 3C Public Entity, the Board is responsible for licensing and overseeing casinos, betting, bingo, limited payout machines, and online platforms within the province. Its headquarters are in Mahikeng, and it operates under the governance of a Board of Directors appointed by the provincial MEC. The NWGB’s vision is to be a leading and socially conscious gambling authority while contributing to provincial economic growth. It actively combats illegal gambling through partnerships with SAPS, Home Affairs, and municipal authorities; in early 2025, a major operation in Ganyesa resulted in the seizure of 68 illegal gambling computers and five Chinese Roulette machines. The Board also promotes responsible gambling through the National Responsible Gambling Programme. Day-to-day management is led by Acting CEO Boitumelo Qalinge and an executive team.

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  KwaZulu National Economic Regulatory Authority

  1 George MacFarlane Lane, Wembley, Redlands Estate, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

  The KwaZulu-Natal Economic Regulatory Authority (KZNERA) is a provincial statutory body established in May 2024 through the merger of the KwaZulu-Natal Gaming and Betting Board and the KwaZulu-Natal Liquor Authority. It consolidates regulatory oversight of the gambling, horse-racing, and liquor industries within KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Headquartered in Pietermaritzburg with a secondary office in Durban, KZNERA operates under the KwaZulu-Natal Economic Regulatory Authority Act of 2024 as a Schedule 3C public entity. Its mandate includes licensing, compliance monitoring, enforcement, consumer education, and dispute resolution, aiming to ensure fair competition, market integrity, and stakeholder protection. The authority also drives transformation and economic empowerment in the sectors it regulates. KZNERA is rolling out digital platforms such as the Gambling Licensing Online Portal and a forthcoming Liquor Licensing Online Portal to improve efficiency and transparency. It is overseen by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) and has an interim board led by Chairperson Mbali Myeni and CEO Portia Baloyi.

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  National Gambling Board

  1085 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

  The National Gambling Board (NGB) is the statutory regulatory authority overseeing the gambling industry in South Africa. Operating under the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), the NGB derives its mandate from the National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act 7 of 2004). Its core responsibilities include ensuring compliance with gambling legislation, conducting oversight of enforcement activities by provincial gambling boards, and promoting responsible gambling. The board also undertakes research into the socio-economic impact of gambling and educates the public on related risks. Headquartered in Hatfield, Pretoria (City of Tshwane, Gauteng), the NGB positions South Africa as a pre-eminent jurisdiction with an exemplary regulated gambling environment. It recently launched a dedicated online portal that provides a consolidated, regularly updated directory of all legally licensed gambling operators, aimed at combating illegal gambling and protecting consumers. With a staff of approximately 11–50 employees, the NGB collaborates with international regulators and industry stakeholders to maintain integrity and transparency in the sector.

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  Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board

  Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  The Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB) is the statutory regulatory body responsible for the control, oversight, and lawful conduct of all gambling, betting, and racing activities within the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Established under the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, 1996, the Board operates as a government agency committed to creating a stable, just, and consistent regulatory environment that inspires public confidence and trust. Its mandate encompasses licensing casinos, betting operators, bingo halls, limited-payout machines, and the racing industry, as well as ensuring compliance through inspections, enforcement, and ongoing monitoring. The WCGRB also plays a vital role in combating unlawful gambling and promoting socially responsible industry practices. In the 2024/25 financial year, the Board collected over R1.7 billion in gambling taxes and levies, underscoring its significant contribution to the provincial economy. Headquartered in Cape Town, the WCGRB employs between 51 and 200 staff and is led by a board of appointed members and an executive management team. The Board regularly publishes annual reports, performance plans, and research statistics to maintain transparency and inform policy development. Through initiatives such as the “Women Shaping Gaming” event, the WCGRB actively engages with industry stakeholders to foster collaboration, innovation, and inclusive growth in the Western Cape’s gambling sector.

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  Limpopo Gambling Board

  8 Hans van Rensburg Street, Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa

  The Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB) is the statutory provincial regulator for all legal gambling activities within the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Established under Section 2 of the Limpopo Gambling Act (Act No. 4 of 1996) and retained under the Limpopo Gambling Act No. 3 of 2013, the Board operates as a juristic person with the primary mandate of ensuring a credible, viable, and responsible gambling industry in the province. Its regulatory purview covers casinos, betting operations, bingo halls, limited payout machines (LPMs), and other gambling forms permitted under provincial and national legislation. The LGB also leads the fight against illegal gambling and actively promotes responsible gambling through partnerships with the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation and public awareness campaigns. Headquartered in Polokwane at 8 Hans van Rensburg Street, the Board reports to the Limpopo Provincial Government and is funded primarily through licensing fees and levies rather than direct government appropriations. Its strategic priorities for the 2020–2025 period include enhancing regulatory compliance, improving operational efficiency through technology, fostering employee development, and strengthening stakeholder engagement. The LGB works closely with the National Gambling Board (NGB) and other provincial boards to maintain a harmonized national framework for gambling regulation across South Africa.

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  Mpumalanga Economic Regulator

  White River, Mpumalanga, South Africa

  The Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER) is the provincial public entity responsible for regulating the gambling and liquor industries in the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa. Established as a juristic person under the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator Act, No. 2 of 2017, the MER reports to the provincial Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT). Its core mandate includes licensing, compliance monitoring, and enforcement for all gambling activities (casinos, betting, bingo, limited-payout machines) and liquor trading within the province. In recent years, the MER has modernised its services through the launch of MER Connect, an online portal for licensing, compliance, and regulatory submissions. The organisation also promotes responsible gambling and responsible liquor consumption through public awareness campaigns and partnerships. With approximately 100–200 employees, the MER operates from its headquarters in White River, Mpumalanga, and is governed by a board of commissioners appointed by the provincial government. As a public entity, it receives grants from the DEDT and operates under a strategic plan aligned with national and provincial economic development objectives. The MER plays a key role in balancing industry growth with consumer protection and social responsibility in a sector that generates significant revenue for the province.

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  Eastern Gambling board

  Quenera Office Park, Quenera Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, 5201, Eastern Cape, South Africa

  The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) is the statutory regulator for all gambling and betting activities within South Africa's Eastern Cape province. Established in 1997 under the Gambling and Betting Act (Act No. 5 of 1997), the ECGB is an agency of the provincial Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism. Its mission is to ensure the provincial gaming industry operates honestly, competitively, and with maximum benefit to society, while protecting the public interest through effective regulation, licensing, and enforcement. Headquartered in Beacon Bay, East London, the Board oversees four top-tier casinos, and licenses and monitors a wide range of operators including bookmakers, sports betting outlets, and limited-payout machines. Its core functions include issuing licenses, conducting revenue and compliance audits, carrying out law enforcement inspections to combat illegal gambling, promoting responsible gambling education, and managing player self-exclusion programs. Recognized for its rigorous standards, the ECGB has achieved eleven consecutive clean audit outcomes from the Auditor-General of South Africa and won the Continental Commitment and Impact Award at the 2026 Gaming Tech Summit Africa.

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  Betting Lottery and Licensing Board - Kenya

  ACK Garden Annex, 1st Ngong Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

  The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) is Kenya’s principal statutory body responsible for the licensing, regulation, and oversight of all betting, gaming, lottery, and prize competition activities in the country. Established in 1966 under the Betting, Lotteries and Gaming Act (Chapter 131 of the Laws of Kenya), the Board operates as a department under the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, domiciled at the Executive Office of the President following Executive Order No. 1 of 2023. Headquartered in Nairobi at ACK Garden Annex on 1st Ngong Avenue, the BCLB oversees more than 220 licensed firms and plays a critical role in consumer protection, combating illegal gambling, and collecting significant revenue—in the 2023/24 financial year, taxes from the gambling sector (including excise duty on stakes and withholding tax on winnings) totalled KES 22.3 billion. The Board has recently implemented strict compliance requirements for aviator and crash games, introduced advertising guidelines that ban celebrity endorsements and restrict ads near schools and religious sites, and continues to enforce the Gambling Control Act of 2023, which established the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Kenya as a successor body. Despite the transition, the BCLB remains the active regulatory authority for licensing and enforcement as of mid‑2025.