The North West Gambling Board and DEDECT began a community outreach campaign across Mahikeng, South Africa, running from 9 to 20 November 2026. Regulatory teams provided guidance on gambling rules, consumer rights, licensing, responsible gambling and the risks of illegal and underage gambling.
The campaign gives local businesses and residents direct guidance on gambling compliance, licensing and consumer protection.
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Reportedly, the North West Gambling Board, with the Consumer Affairs Unit, held an awareness campaign at Maubane Tribal Hall in Moses Kotane Local Municipality. The session covered responsible gambling, consumer rights and addiction risks, and reminded business owners to obtain licences before operating. The NWGB also highlighted its self-exclusion programmes and support services.
Reportedly, the North West Gambling Board participated in training with South African police and the National Prosecuting Authority on 27 August 2026. The session aimed to improve cooperation on criminal investigations and prosecutions.
The South African Bookmakers Association has called for prediction markets to be banned in South Africa, citing sports integrity, oversight and money-laundering concerns. SABA says existing legislation may not authorise the products and recommends treating them as exchange-style betting; it also calls for a legislative review and says operators should not be authorised until a framework is introduced.
The North West Gambling Board held a roadshow in Leeudoringstad Township, in the Maquassi Hills Local Municipality, alongside the Liquor Regulator and the Community Policing Forum. The board said the event aimed to give residents information on local regulations and social responsibility.
North West Gambling Board figures presented by provincial MEC Bitsa Lenkopane showed gross gambling revenue of R2.38 billion and tax contributions of R164.5 million for the 2026/27 financial year. The budget figures also reported 1,641 direct jobs and R7.6 million invested in community support programmes. The board said its priorities include intensified enforcement against illegal gambling.