Tag: National Gambling Act
Online betting controversy exposes policy gaps
South Africa’s online betting industry has entered a needless panic after headlines claimed that online gambling is banned. Those headlines are wrong and dangerously misleading. This online betting controversy shows how misinformation can destabilise an entire sector.
Loot Box systems – is it gambling?
Whenever you think about gambling you usually imagine yourself hitting the jackpot at a slot machine in the casino. However, what if gambling covered more than just a chance at winning a tangible prize? Does South African law recognise the possibility of gambling for virtual-items?
