Tag Archives: South Africa

SOFTSWISS is making strides into the South African market thanks to a new certification for its casino platform and sportsbook offering.  Both of SOFTSWISS’s verticals are now licenced under a Letter of Certification (LoC) issued by the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS), allowing the company to compete in the country’s B2B marketspace.  This comes months after SOFTSWISS announced that …

Kambi has announced a long-term extension to its multi-channel sportsbook partnership with Sun International. The extension will see Kambi’s sports betting technology and services continue to power the African gaming and hospitality company and operator of South African betting brand Sunbet.co.za. This looks to ensure continued support for the operator’s ongoing growth and expansion plans. Veena Dhesi, Kambi’s SVP Partner …

Meridianbet has been granted an official sports-betting licence for South Africa. A subsidiary of Golden Matrix Group, the operator was issued a bookmaker licence by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, as well as a bookmaker premises licence and a manufacturer licence. Zoran Milosevic, CEO of Meridianbet, explained that the brand is thrilled to enter the South African market, …

The Parliament of South Africa has received the ‘Remote Gambling Bill of 2024’, tabled by the Democratic Alliance (DA), considered the main opposition party to the ruling African National Congress (ANC) government. Sponsored by MP Dean Macpherson, the DA’s Shadow Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, the Bill seeks to address South Africa’s inadequate regulatory framework governing online gambling activities. …

Kiron Interactive is strengthening its presence in South Africa after collaborating with SuperSportBet – a new operator in the market. The deal allows the operator’s customers to access a ‘comprehensive selection’ of virtual sports titles, with the current offerings including football, horse racing, motor racing and jump racing. This encompasses betting on live sports events 24/7 with Kiron’s portfolio of …

Sports betting platform provider FSB has strengthened its South African presence by signing a new deal with SuperSportBet.  With the partnership, FSB will be able to distribute its sportsbook, casino and platform products through the multimedia capabilities of the South African brand owned by KingMakers Group.  Adam Smith, Chief Executive Officer at FSB, said: “This landmark partnership has been many …

Playtech has bolstered its presence in South Africa by unveiling a new partnership with betting provider Hollywoodbets.  The Playtech suite of Live Casino and Slots offering will be integrated into Hollywoodbets’ gambling options on both desktop and mobile for a diversified player choice.  Diane Crookes, Senior Commercial Director at Playtech, said: “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Hollywoodbets, …

LiveScore Group has acquired Cape Town software development partner Wonderlabz to bolster scale efficiencies of its betting and media units following a period of unprecedented growth. This morning, LiveScore announced that it had taken full control of Wonderlabz, increasing its previous 25% investment in the software studio to complete 100% ownership. Of strategic importance, the acquisition enables LiveScore to enhance …

Optimove is poised for South African growth through a new partnership with trading solutions provider Amelco. As the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Marketing platform expands its reach into the developing igaming market in the continent, operators in the region will gain capabilities including advanced generative AI, digital experience personalisation and native marketing channels. Its integrated Customer Data Platform, AI orchestration …

We’ve seen many betting and gaming companies look to expand their international footprint in recent years, with a number turning their attention towards the African market. One such company which is continuing to expand its presence within the region is BetGames. For James Everett, VP Africa at BetGames, Africa has always been a strong-performing region for BetGames. But with the …