Malawi authority destroys 24 illegal casino machines worth K20 million

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Malawi’s Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) destroyed 24 machines valued at K20 million after authorities seized an unlicensed casino in Lilongwe. The operator pleaded guilty, and the court imposed a K1 million fine and ordered the machines destroyed; MAGLA said the destruction took place on 22 December 2025.

The seizure, court fine and destruction show the enforcement consequences of operating an unlicensed casino in Malawi.

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