Odibets is an innovative online and SMS betting platform operating in Kenya and Ghana since 2018. The connection with Kenya’s national team will no doubt allow the company to broaden its own horizons.

The KSh 5 million that FKF will receive from Odibets will reportedly go towards the team’s preparations for the coming matches this month.

A Proud Moment

Odibets general manager, Dedan Mungai, said that the brand has come in to boost the national team. And, as a company, the brand is committed to standing with the Harambee Stars. He’s confident that the Stars will represent their country and make everyone proud.

As for the president of Football Kenya Federation, Nick Mwendwa, he thanked Odibets for their continued support. He did not miss the opportunity to urge the Harambee Stars not to drop the ball in the team’s upcoming matches and to continue to do their best.

Mwendwa said that through the new partnership, Odibets has once again reiterated its support to Kenyan football development at grassroots and national level. For this, he says the brand says “asante sana”. He added the brand and the team now have a chance to make a statement. Not only in this month’s friendly matches and at the AFCON qualifiers, but in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers too.

An Exciting Season Ahead

Residential training for the Harambee Stars will kick off soon on March 10, in preparation for the matches. Following that will be several friendly matches that will serve as practice. The Stars will play South Sudan on March 13 at the Nyayo Stadium, and then Tanzania twice on March 15 and 18, 2021. March 25 and 29 will see the Stars playing the final rounds of the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Egypt. These matches will take place at home and Togo in Lome respectively.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers will occur later in the year between June 6 and November 16, 2021. The national team is yet to qualify for the World Cup. But a good motivation partner could have a positive effect. Not only on the financial support for the team, but also on the support of the public. This could make all the difference.

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The brand-new Frapapa aims to expand Nigeria’s gambling opportunities. It will be offering a multitude of options. A sportsbook, pre-match and in-play markets will be available. As will eSports, jackpots and virtual sports. Not only this, but it promises to deliver even more gaming products both online and offline.

A New Frontier In Betting 

Chief Operating Officer of Frapapa, Layi Oyalinka, spoke about the partnership. He said he’s excited to be part of the innovative team of experts coming to the Nigerian gaming industry. He added that the brand’s vision was clear. They want to create a gaming framework that provides a superior betting platform. This platform must have impactful, life-changing offerings and more. 

Frapapa is the result of extensive market research. This research focused on providing a better betting experience. Oyalinka is confident in BtoBet’s record. He’s also sure their flexible, scalable technology will provide an engaging experience. Frapapa look forward to introducing players to a next-level betting experience in Nigeria. They aim to target the online and on-property environments. And they’ll seek to deliver a user experience that matches more mature markets.

An Employment Boost

Soloti Gaming Ltd hopes to provide employment to Nigerian youth in the next three years. Chief Executive Officer Derrick Bell says they are looking forward to launching Frapapa. He said that it supports their strategic business decision and global growth strategy. And they aimed at adding value to the gaming industry.

Gambling fans can expect Frapapa to increase the speed of payouts. It will also provide a simple, easy to use interface. On top of that, bettors will receive a generous welcome bonus. 

Soloti management expressed confidence in the partnership with BtoBet. They explained that significant market research informed their agreement. A view shared by Sabrina Soldà, BtoBet’s Chief Marketing Officer.

Despite Soloti being a young enterprise, they promise to revolutionize gambling in Nigeria. They recently received 2 more operating licenses. The Lagos State Lottery and National Lottery Board both issued them certification. Now, they hope to flourish in new markets. 

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Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, an MP for the NDC, expressed his disappointment in the government for not banning betting.

Mr Mireku claims that the gaming community generates millions in revenue. This money goes to the government and is used for development. He added that he does agree that more regulations must be added. Not only will this protect stakeholders, but it will also generate more revenue.

Looking To The Future of Gambling

The CEO shared some innovations and stated that the Commission is on a mission. It wants to hook better companies onto a single platform. The aim of this is to track their activities and ensure they regard regulations.

He shared his views on the subject during an interview. Hosted by Samuel Eshun on the Happy Morning Show, it aired on e.TV Ghana and Happy98.9FM.

In its 2021 Budget presentation, the government estimated a revenue loss of over GHS 300 million. This is due to leakages in the gaming industry.

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Nigeria is the most populous country on the African continent. It’s also a growing gambling hub with specific interests in sports betting and lotteries. As a country with one of the most successful soccer teams on the continent, sports are a huge draw. With around 201 million citizens, Nigeria is perfect for SoftSwiss’ global expansion. The country boasts one of the fastest developing, most competitive gambling markets in Africa. 

An Exciting Opportunity

SoftSwiss founder Ivan Montik, expressed his excitement about his company’s new move. He said that entering into the Nigerian market is a turning point for the brand. The brand is thrilled to be expanding their global presence to a brand-new continent. 

The tech giant launched online casino platforms in India, Japan and South Korea in December 2020. At the same time, it expanded its sportsbook services to India. It’s their new SoftSwiss Sportsbook that’s set to make waves in the Nigerian gambling industry. While all kinds of gambling are popular, there is a special interest in sports betting. It’s traditionally an offline activity. Now, it’s getting bigger online.

Montik added that Nigeria is one of the fastest-growing online gaming markets. SoftSwiss cannot wait to provide their services there. Nigeria is a great achievement for the brand. Now, they are planning on moving even further into other regulated markets.

A Welcome Addition

It’s certain that Nigeria will welcome SoftSwiss. The international brand provides verified software and possesses a massive portfolio. Their offerings include an Online Casino Platform, Game Aggregator and sportsbook. They were also the first to integrate cryptocurrencies into their services. They are ahead of the curve in new developments and evolution in the gambling industry. An affiliate platform also falls under its umbrella. This allows iGaming operators to work more efficiently. 

Nigeria will be glad to welcome the company. Especially as it’s a leader in the online gambling industry. SoftSwiss is described as “the leading technical expert”. The brand brings together online gaming and the developing field of cryptocurrencies. 

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Nigeria’s size and status mean that financial and legal decisions affect Africa. This has now led to upset. The upset is due to the government tackling offshore and unregulated gambling operators. 

A Growing Problem

Nigeria’s gambling industry is one of the fastest-growing in the world. This has presented authorities with the challenge of regulating it. Since 2019, Nigerian players could access offshore online casinos with little official supervision. But this resulted in problems. Tax evasion, capital flight and illicit financial transactions have become common. 

Promoting Partnerships 

Nigeria’s Financial Intelligence Unit has united with the Nigerian Lottery Regulatory Commission. Together, they’ll create a task force. This task force will crackdown on gamblers using illegal platforms. 

There was a past partnership between the NLCR and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). This partnership aimed to regulate to the gambling industry. But it was not successful. This led to the recent harsher approach. NLRC director-general Lanre Gbajabiamila commented on the partnership. He said that the current alliance is addressing the issues with increased urgency. 

Lessons From Australia

Australian authorities faced a similar issue with offshore casino operators. They attempted to block sites via internet service providers. When this failed to fix the problem, they had to take a stricter approach. 

Nigerian Growth

The Nigerian gambling industry has grown fast over the past decade. Now, it serves many purposes. Entertainment, job creation and revenue generation are all considerations. Despite this, the issues that come with a lack of regulation will persist. More so if different authorities fail to coordinate their plans and efforts.

Fears of Corruption

As with many activities that involve money, gambling can attract those up to no good. In the unregulated offshore casino playground, this is common. There are fears of money laundering, illegal money generation and even terrorism. These are of great concern to authorities. The legal status of gambling in Nigeria is also quite unclear. Laws and regulations differ according to the type of game, as one example. 

Government Stepping In

Nigerian authorities are hoping the MoU will bring much-needed clarity. And that it will offer better oversight of the gambling industry. While this partnership sounds promising, Nigerian authorities may battle. They have a history of not seeing eye-eye when it comes to gambling and industry regulation. 

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BtoBet, along with their regional Certified Partner STM Gaming, has recently gained a foothold in the Kenyan online betting market by signing an agreement with Wazibet – a Kenyan sports betting operator. 

BtoBet Grows Their Reach

BtoBet has already signed several agreements with African bookmakers who recognise the advantage of bringing their brands to compete in the ever-growing world of online betting. By partnering with the European software company, Wazibet will gain access to the innovative Neuron 3 Platform. 

Apart from an extensive gaming portfolio and state-of-the-art online betting software, Wazibet will be granted tech and management support for their agents and users. 

BtoBet’s proprietary software has been tailored to fit in various global markets – meeting the technological and content requirements of the region. With Wazibet’s established brand presence in Kenya, BtoBet will undoubtedly see their robust gaming portfolio thrive. 

Alongside BtoBet’s exceedingly popular virtual sports betting and online gaming comes novelty betting – a way for users to place bets on non-sports related events such as high-profile talent contests, awards show outcomes, and elections. 

BtoBet has also developed a wide range of mobile gaming experiences (Tiny Roulette, Hot 36, and Viva Vegas slots among others) that are designed to operate smoothly on African mobile devices. With access to such an extensive game portfolio on mobile, Kenyan users will be able to play their favourite casino games at any time, from any location. 

A Focus Online

Chief Marketing Officer for BtoBet commented that Africa’s betting market is taking a rapid turn towards online platforms, even more so than other foreign markets. She expressed her pleasure at their newfound partnership with Wazibet as they make their move into the realm of online betting. 

Nathan Omurambi, Wazibet’s Marketing Director expressed similar sentiments regarding their collaboration with BtoBet. He voiced his admiration for their consistent push for innovation in the industry and their dedication to providing a player-focused user experience in challenging global markets. 

BtoBet’s expert support and state-of-the-art software combined with Wazibet’s established presence in Kenya’s online betting market will surely be a competitive force to be reckoned with. 

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Betway Up’s programme comprises two phases designed to upskill participants and improve logistics – one group focused on community sports teams and the other on top-tier teams such as Karela and Bechem United. 

Beneficiaries can expect top class training in Sports Ethics and Integrity, Intermediate and Advanced Coaching, Recruitment and Scouting and Talent ID. To complement the more sports-specific courses, participants will also receive coaching in Branding and Social Media Leverage, Public Relations and Medical and Fitness Training. 

An Uplifting Program 

Kwabena Oppong-Nkrumah, Country Manager in Marketing, explained that Betway Up would focus on uplifting sports teams in Ghana, stating that the programme is open for all teams with members above the age of 18. It will not be reserved for soccer teams and the initiative looks forward to working with male and female teams across many sports disciplines. Along with training, Betway Up will strive to provide much-needed equipment to developing teams. 

Oppong-Nkrumah said that they have a number of well-trained people who will offer training to the various teams. Additionally, organisations will also receive training equipment as part of the support structure.

The Ghanaian Amputee Football League will be among the first to benefit from Betway Up’s programme. Last year Betway provided support to teams competing in the league in the form of gear and equipment. A portion of every bet placed online was dedicated to uplifting the sports community in Ghana, and commentators were hopeful that the donations would encourage other companies to show similar generosity. 

Developing Teams At Grassroots Level

This year Amputee clubs will receive medical and fitness training from experienced professionals when Betway Up launches in February. Kwabena Oppong-Nkrumah remarked that Betway was very glad to be able to lend support to developing sports teams in Ghana and was looking forward to making significant contributions towards those in need. 

February will see the first phase of the Betway Up programme kick off and teams can expect to participate in the first round of training until June this year. 

Clubs and teams interested in receiving support should visit a Betway outlet to learn more. They are also available to be contacted through their website.

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This latest deal follows Revolver Gaming’s distribution agreement with SoftSwiss. The latter gambling software developer provides complete solutions for opening online casinos and the deal sees this firm’s clients gaining access to the slots as well. 

Hollywoodbets is a leading brand, employing 5 000+ people locally and licensed to offer casino games and bookmaking products and services in Ireland, Mozambique, and the United Kingdom.

State-of-the-Art Slots

This agreement will allow Hollywoodbets to provide access to already-released reel games like The Big Deal, Dragon Coins, Irish Coins, Reign of Gnomes, and Robin Hood and His Merry Wins, as well as forthcoming attractions.

Additionally, Hollywoodbets will soon receive highly anticipated titles like Neon Blaze and Thor of Asgard to add to its already impressive portfolio.

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Acting managing director of Bet High Alex Kobia said: “Our Responsible gaming program is unlike any other in this market with the safety of the Kenyan sports betting fans in mind. Our online site contains unique control and safety features directly on the site.”

He also added the company’s initial priority will be responsible gambling and support to players with gambling problems, which is something that we at gamblers.africa will keep a closer eye on.

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Many African countries have followed the example set by America and various European countries and started regulated all forms of online gambling. Taxation on these activities brings an undeniable boost to local economies and this has become even more valuable in the lockdowns instituted to control the spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 worldwide. 

But certain countries, like Malawi, have yet to make an effort to regulate online betting and gambling. The growing interest in both these activities, however, as well as the large potential tax revenue, means that this will not be the case for much longer. 

The Situation as it Currently Stands

Malawian gambling laws are very moderate, especially in comparison to other countries on the continent. All gambling is 100% legal and citizens are free to play casino games, bet on different sports and other events provided by sportsbooks, and buy Lottery tickets. 

The land-based casino scene is based largely in Lilongwe, the country’s capital, where Pirates Casino is located. It’s the biggest establishment of its kind in Malawi, boasting 9 card tables along with many variations of Roulette and slots machines in their hundreds. 

Sports betting is also a vastly popular pastime in Malawi, with international sports in the no. 1 position. European Football takes centre-stage, with the English Premier League specifically being a favoured betting option. As much as local Football is well-liked in the country, Malawian sportsbooks, by and large, ignore it, however. 

The Malawian National Lottery is a huge hit with nationals, too, regularly attracting players upwards of 15 million, making it one of the nation’s favourite types of entertainment. 

The Future of Online Gambling Regulation

The Malawian government will almost certainly begin measures to start legalising and regulating all forms of online gambling very soon. When one takes into consideration the recent legislation the USA has put into place, resulting in states like New Jersey now contributing vast sums in the form of tax revenue, it’s a wonder they’ve not already made a more definite start. But they’re not alone in failing to harness this kind of additional income. South African online casinos are still technically unlawful, although the legal framework targets operators rather than players.

2019 saw a request for proposals put out in Malawi, allowing betting and casino brands to apply for permits to run. This is an indication that these options will be available to Malawians sooner rather than later. 

The Question of Legality

Malawi is largely free of the social stigma gambling attracts in places like Cambodia, North Korea, Qatar, Singapore, and the UAE. A Gambling Board was created in 1996 and this pastime has been fully regulated by 1998. It was during this period that all casinos, lotteries, and sportsbooks became subject to taxation with a flat 12.5% gross revenue levy instituted. These laws have not been updated since then, however, to take new technology and digital gambling trends into account. 

There has been a single update, in 2015, when the Lottery received its permit. Online gambling remains unregulated and it’s technically not unlawful to enjoy it. There is no criterion for prosecution whatsoever. The single online bookmaker based in the country, Premier Bet Malawi, is a firmly established land-based sportsbook. Anyone looking to play casino games or bet online has to use sites based outside of Malawi to do so. 

Malawi instituting regulated online gambling at some stage is bound to happen, but their legal framework has been slow to adjust in the past. Until then, nationals will have to settle for playing and betting at land-based venues or using international operators. 

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