Author Archives: Play Responsibly

South Africa’s gambling economy: The One trillion, five hundred billion, six hundred and sixty million, nine hundred and sixty-eight thousand and sixty-four rand turnover machine

The National Gambling Board’s audited FY2024/25 statistics arrive as a useful, sometimes stark, snapshot of South Africa’s gambling economy. The full presentation tracks turnover, gross gambling revenue, return to player and taxes across casinos, betting, bingo and limited payout machines, with provincial detail that quickly separates where money is wagered from where revenue is generated. […]

Message from the CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board November: Responsible Gambling Month

November has been declared Responsible Gambling Month, and as one of the leading provincial gambling regulators, the Gauteng Gambling Board would like to reaffirm its longstanding commitment to promoting responsible gambling and to emphasise that gambling should always be regarded as a form of entertainment. Recent reports highlighting the alarming rise in irresponsible gambling, particularly […]

The Importance of Funding Sporting Activities in Townships by Betting Companies in South Africa

In South Africa, townships represent a unique blend of cultural vibrancy and economic challenges. These communities are often plagued by limited access to resources, including recreational facilities and structured activities for young people. Sports have long been recognized as a powerful tool for social change, providing youth with opportunities for personal growth, community building, and […]