Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance has resubmitted a proposal for the Van Don integrated resort to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. The proposed VND51.5 trillion project includes casino access for Vietnamese nationals under the country’s pilot programme; no investor has been confirmed, while Sun Group is reportedly leading the proposal.
The proposal could extend limited casino access for Vietnamese nationals if it proceeds.
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Sunbet renewed its technology agreement with Bede Gaming, continuing the partnership across South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. Sun International’s H1 2026 results recorded a 36% year-on-year rise in Sunbet revenue and 43% growth in overall iGaming GGR.
Sun International announced a Responsible Gambling Charter on Tuesday for its online and land-based operations. The company will restrict advertising during 6am to 8am and midday to 6pm, and allocate 10% of gaming advertising content to responsible gambling messages. CEO Ulrik Bengtsson said the charter places oversight at board level and links measures to executive targets.
Sun International announced a Responsible Gambling Charter on Tuesday covering its online and land-based operations, the company said. The charter sets out commitments on player education, player protection, marketing, and staff responsibility and training.
Sun International reported group income of R6.58 billion for the six months ended 30 June 2026, up 7.4% year on year. SunBet income increased 35.5% to R1.18 billion, while land-based casino income rose 1.5% to R3.4 billion; the company said early H2 revenue growth exceeded its 6% to 8% guidance range.
Reportedly, Authorities in South Africa and Egypt are taking action against unlicensed and illegal gambling. The two countries are among Africa's largest betting economies.
Star Entertainment appointed Ameet Patel as chief executive of The Star Brisbane and The Star Gold Coast, subject to regulatory approvals. The company said Patel previously held senior roles at Bally’s Corporation, Penn National and Sun International.