Uganda's NLGRB and police coordinate gaming-law enforcement in Rwizi
Source: NLGRB (Uganda)
Uganda's National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board held an engagement with police and local stakeholders in Rwizi Region on 27 May 2025 to discuss enforcement and compliance with gaming law. The board's chief executive raised concerns about minors gambling online, while Mbarara's mayor cited unlicensed betting and children using school fees to gamble. Police representatives pledged support against illegal operations and underage access.
The engagement sets out enforcement priorities for licensed venues, illegal operators and underage gambling in the region.