South Africa names Goldrush-backed Sizekhaya as national lottery operator
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau named Goldrush-backed Sizekhaya Holdings as South Africa’s next national lottery operator, according to the report. Its eight-year licence start date remains uncertain, while Ithuba Lottery is due to begin a temporary licence on 1 June; the National Lotteries Commission has sought to extend that licence beyond the five months allowed by a court order.
The uncertain handover timing could affect continuity of South Africa’s national lottery sales.