GAMING FOR AFRICA Botswana Hosts Successful IAGR Conference
Botswana and its Gambling Authority successfully hosted the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) this week and named two new African faces to its leadership structure. With a strong commitment to advancing
gaming regulation across the globe, IAGR welcomed the appointment of new President, Ben Haden, taking over from Dr.
Jason Lane, and Vice President, Caroline Kongwa. Haden, a Director at the UK Gambling
Commission and a trustee for IAGR, plans to encourage collaboration and best practice sharing among jurisdictions. In tandem with this appointment, Caroline
Kongwa assumes the position of Vice President, solidifying her continued commitment to IAGR’s mission. Caroline is the Chief Strategic Adviser of the National Gambling Board in South Africa. Another notable appointment was that of
Sun International Receives Sustainability Award
Sun International received the Best Sustainability Report Award, recognising the most comprehensive, relevant and engaging sustainability report, at The South African Breweries’ inaugural Beyond Awards in partnership with ESG Africa Conference. “At Sun International, sustainability is not just a goal;
it’s a way of life,” said CE Anthony Leeming. “We believe that responsible business practices are essential for a better tomorrow. This award is a testament to our incredible team’s hard work and passion, who have been driving sustainability initiatives that create lasting change. “As our Sustainability and ESG journey matures, we remain steadfast in our endeavours to be ethical and proactive corporate citizens. With the evolving sustainability and ESG reporting landscape, we are acutely aware of how important it is for transparency in our disclosures and reporting to our stakeholders. We endeavour to continually improve towards delivering an integrated sustainable business approach.”
Nigerian Regulators and CEO of the Nigeria Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, Bashir Are, who was announced as a Member of the Board of Trustees. These announcements were made during the
culmination of IAGR’s annual conference held in Gaborone, Botswana, where regulators from around the world came together to discuss key industry issues and best practices. The event was officially opened by His Excellency, Dr. Mokgweetsi
Eric Keabetswe Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana. The Botswana Conference included a swanky
black-tie gala dinner. Looking ahead, IAGR revealed that its next annual conference will be held in the historic city of Rome, Italy, from 21 to 24 October 2024. This event promises to be a pivotal gathering
for industry professionals, providing an invaluable platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The conference will be a partnership event, co-hosted by IAGR and the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL). “I’m excited about the opportunity to play a
part in shaping IAGR’s 2024 conference in Rome and curating a program that matches the outstanding event we experienced here in Botswana,” says Vice President Caroline Kongwa.
Light & Wonder Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement with SPRIBE for the US Market
Light & Wonder has signed a landmark distribution agreement with SPRIBE, becoming its exclusive route to market in the US. Following strong demand from operators
and players alike, the deal brings SPRIBE’s flagship game Aviator and its portfolio of Turbo Games to a sizeable US audience thanks to Light & Wonder’s leading position across the North American market. Aviator has been commended for its
multiplayer and interactive elements and is widely recognised as the world’s leading crash game. Launched with over 2000 operators, boasting over 10 million monthly active users and with over 165k bets per minute it rapidly became one of the top games for online casinos. With its eagerly anticipated US rollout
being facilitated by the world’s leading aggregator, the game is expected to attract a strong new player base across multiple iGaming markets in the region. The new agreement with SPRIBE marks
another milestone for Light & Wonder as it continues to deliver exclusive, high-quality, and fresh content to the North American market and beyond. Steve Mayes, Senior Director, Digital
Partnerships at Light & Wonder, said: “To assert our position as the leading iGaming ecosystem in the US, it is pivotal for us to bring innovative and new experiences to
operators. It remains our biggest criteria when looking for new studios to add to our roster, so we are delighted to welcome SPRIBE as their exclusive distributor for the US. “SPRIBE’s top-performing crash game,
Aviator, has made impressive waves in the industry and been a resounding success in a short space of time, attracting a previously untapped demographic of players and we expect a similar reception in the US market.” Giorgi Tsutskiridze, Chief Commercial
Officer, at SPRIBE, added: “We are thrilled to distribute our expansive library of games in the US exclusively with Light & Wonder, bringing our industry-leading crash game to the biggest online casinos in the market. “Adding diversity and innovation to the
iGaming landscape, Aviator has resonated with players worldwide for its unique and innovative approach to gaming and we are confident that online casino brands in the US will see similar results with our content.”
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