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The National Gambling Board

is responsible for the oversight of the regulation of the gambling industry throughout the country and to preserve the integrity of South Africa as a responsible global citizen.

The NGB’s strategic intent is to sustain and grow its regulatory capability to position South Africa as the pre-eminent jurisdiction with an exemplary and effectively regulated gambling industry.

News, Events, Social Media

THE NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD AND ADVERTISING REGULATORY BOARD MOVE TO STRENGTHEN OVERSIGHT OF GAMBLING ADVERTISING

The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) have entered into a formal partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in the monitoring of gambling advertising and the protection of consumers across traditional and digital advertising platforms.

THE NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD JOINS AFRICA SAFER GAMBLING WEEK TO ADVANCE PLAYER PROTECTION

The National Gambling Board (NGB) in collaboration with AiA will join African gambling regulators and gambling industry stakeholders across the African continent in observing Africa Safer Gambling Week from 7 to 11 September 2026, as part of a collective effort to strengthen responsible gambling, player protection and public awareness across African gambling markets.

THE NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD AND ADVERTISING REGULATORY BOARD MOVE TO STRENGTHEN OVERSIGHT OF GAMBLING ADVERTISING

The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) have entered into a formal partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in the monitoring of gambling advertising and the protection of consumers across traditional and digital advertising platforms.

THE NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD JOINS AFRICA SAFER GAMBLING WEEK TO ADVANCE PLAYER PROTECTION

The National Gambling Board (NGB) in collaboration with AiA will join African gambling regulators and gambling industry stakeholders across the African continent in observing Africa Safer Gambling Week from 7 to 11 September 2026, as part of a collective effort to strengthen responsible gambling, player protection and public awareness across African gambling markets.

NATIONAL TASK TEAM – FORCE RISK TO RESPONSIBILITY OFFICIAL MEDIA PRESS STATEMENT

A MULTI-STAKEHOLDER NATIONAL INITIATIVE AIMED AT EMPOWERING STUDENTS AND YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH FINANCIAL WELLNESS EDUCATION, RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOURAL AWARENESS, AND PREVENTION­ FOCUSED ENGAGEMENT.

THE NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD URGES SOUTH AFRICANS TO PROTECT HOUSEHOLD INCOME AMID RISING UNEMPLOYMENT PRESSURES

The National Gambling Board (NGB) has called on South Africans to safeguard their household finances and exercise caution when participating in gambling activities following the release of Statistics South Africa's Quarterly Labour Force Survey for the second quarter of 2026 which paints a concerning picture of the economic pressures facing many South Africans.

THE ILLEGAL GAMBLING TASK TEAM OF THE LAW ENFORCEMENT FORUM LAUNCHED GROUND OPERATIONS TO COMBAT ILLEGAL GAMBLING IN LIMPOPO

The National Gambling Board (NGB), working with the Limpopo Gambling Board, Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, North West Gambling Board and the South African Police Service (SAPS), constituted under the newly established Illegal Gambling Task Team (IGTT) of the Law Enforcement Forum has concluded the first disruptive operations.

ERRATUM TO NGB EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO BLOCK ILLEGAL ONLINE GAMBLING WEBSITES

The NGB hereby amends the expression of interest (EOI) for the provision of a monitoring, tracking, blocking and reporting solution to detect and prevent illicit gambling activities undertaken online, which was issued on the 30th of June 2026. Refer to the erratum read in conjunction with EOI that was published on the 30th of June 2026. Alternatively, service providers can refer to the revised EOI as attached.

NGB EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO BLOCK ILLEGAL ONLINE GAMBLING WEBSITES

Call for expression of interest (eoi) for the provision of a monitoring, tracking, blocking and reporting solution to detect and prevent illicit gambling activities undertaken online.

NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD WELCOMES SUCCESSFUL PROSECUTION OF ILLEGAL GAMBLING OPERATION IN LIMPOPO

The National Gambling Board (NGB) welcomes the successful prosecution of individuals involved in an illegal gambling operation in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, following a joint enforcement operation conducted by the Limpopo Gambling Board and the South African Police Service (SAPS).

NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD WARNS THE PUBLIC ABOUT ILLEGAL GAMBLING SCAM PLATFORMS AND FAKE BETTING APPS DURING THE 2026 SOCCER WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT.

As we approach the anticipated 2026 Soccer World Cup season, the National Gambling Board (NGB) encourages members of the public to practice responsible gambling and cautions them to remain vigilant against the growing number of illegal online gambling scam platforms and fake betting applications targeting South Africans.

Events

    NGB PUBLIC EDUCATION RADIO CAMPAIGN IN EIGHT DIFFERENT LANGUAGES

    NGB Public Education Radio Campaign, where we are committed to bringing valuable information to our diverse community.

    Social Media

    The National Gambling Board visited Department of Transport, to promote financial wellness, raise awareness about responsible gambling, and educate employees on where and how to seek help for gambling-related challenges.

    #NGB #Transport #ResponsibleGambling #EmployeeWellness

    At the SBC Summit 2026, Acting CEO Mr Lungile Dukwana joins regulators and industry stakeholders in discussions on regulation, compliance, player protection and the changing gambling landscape across the continent.

    #NGB #SBCSummit2026 #GamblingRegulation

    The NGB’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr Lungile Dukwana, is participating in the SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal, contributing to discussions on the evolving gambling regulatory landscape in Africa.

    #NGB #SBCSummit2026 #GRAF

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    The NGB, alongside the NCR, visited @the_dtic during its Employee Wellness Day to promote financial wellness, raise awareness about responsible gambling, and educate employees on where and how to seek help for gambling-related challenges.

    #NGB #DTIC #NCR #ResponsibleGambling

    Online News Coverage

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    The National Gambling Board is responsible for the oversight of the regulation in the gambling industry throughout the country and to preserve the integrity of South Africa as a responsible global citizen.

    The National Gambling Board is responsible for the oversight of the regulation in the gambling industry throughout the country and to preserve the integrity of South Africa as a responsible global citizen.

    The National Gambling Board is responsible for the oversight of the regulation in the gambling industry throughout the country and to preserve the integrity of South Africa as a responsible global citizen.

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