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South Africa’s NLC says Sizekhaya lottery sales missed bid forecast

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South Africa’s National Lotteries Commission said Sizekhaya Holdings generated R2.1bn in ticket sales, below its R3.5bn bid forecast and 21.7% under the revised 2026–27 forecast. Trade minister Parks Tau told MPs he had not decided whether to appeal a court ruling that invalidated the lottery licence award; Sizekhaya can continue operating for up to a year while Tau reconsiders the decision.

The sales shortfall and pending licence reconsideration create uncertainty for the lottery operator and prospective bidders.

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