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Botswana Gambling Authority highlights responsible betting measures at Betway launch

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Botswana Gambling Authority chief executive Emolemo Peter Kesitilwe outlined the authority’s regulatory priorities at the launch of Betway Botswana, according to the report. It said licensed operators generate more than P150 million in wagers, while the authority’s awareness initiative has reached over 100,000 people across 191 villages and enforcement has reclaimed 248,000 users from offshore sites.

The figures describe licensed wagering and the authority’s awareness and enforcement work, relevant to Botswana operators and regulators.

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