The African iGaming Alliance appointed Peter Kesitilwe, former chief executive of the Botswana Gambling Authority, as its first CEO, the organisation said. Betway, 888Africa, SportyBet and betPawa founded the trade group, whose members are licensed in 20 African countries.
The appointment gives the alliance its first chief executive as it seeks collaboration among African industry and public-sector stakeholders.
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Zambia’s Constitutional Court rejected Betway and betPawa’s bid to stop collection of a 10% excise duty on betting stakes on 3 October 2025. Betway said it has temporarily paused its Zambian operations and will settle open bets and allow withdrawals; the broader constitutional challenge remains underway.
Malawi’s Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) listed operators it said were currently licensed for sports betting, casino gaming and lotteries. The authority warned that some gaming operators were operating without its required licence and advised the public to use licensed operators. It said unlicensed activity was illegal under the Gaming and Lotteries Act.
GiG Software plans to buy 80% of 888AFRICA from evoke subsidiary Virtual Emerging Entertainment Limited for approximately €16.4m. GiG approved an €8.5m fundraising through shares and convertible loans to support the initial payment. The transaction requires further approvals and definitive agreements, while founders would retain the remaining shares and management involvement.
Reportedly, 888AFRICA has partnered with Axom Gaming to expand its marketing capabilities. Axom has deployed technology for decision-making within customer relationship management, integrating it into 888AFRICA’s systems.
GiG CFO Phil Richards has stepped down after two and a half years, according to the headline. The available text says he oversaw 888Africa’s recent major stake acquisition but gives no further details.