Source: NLGRB (Uganda)
Uganda’s National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board published its 2026 advert frameworks on 25 February. The notice lists a downloadable document, but gives no further details on its provisions.
The framework may set advertising requirements for gambling businesses operating in Uganda.
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