NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD CLARIFIES REGULATORY POSITION ON REMOTE GAMBLING SERVERS (RGS)
The National Gambling Board (NGB) has issued a formal notice to all Provincial Licensing
Authorities (PLAs) clarifying the regulatory status of Remote Gambling Servers (RGS) in South Africa. The notice, issued in terms of sections 33 and 34 of the National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act No. 7 of 2004) (the NGA), provides guidance on compliance obligations in respect of remote gambling infrastructure and applicable technical standards.
NGB NOTICE TO PLAS REGARDING THE REGULATORY TREATMENT OF REMOTE GAMBLING SERVERS (RGS) IN SOUTH AFRICA
This notice is issued in terms of section 33 and 34 of the NGA to clarify the regulatory status of Remote Gambling Servers (RGS) in South Africa and to provide guidance to the Provincial Licensing Authorities (PLAs), regarding compliance with the National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act No. 7 of 2004) (“the Act”) and applicable SANS 1718 Technical Standards
NGB AND NSFAS PARTNER TO SUPPORT STUDENTS’ SUCCESS AT TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS AND STRENGTHEN RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING AWARENESS
The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have initiated a strategic partnership aimed at raising awareness at tertiary institutions, protecting students from gambling-related harm, and safeguarding the public funds allocated for education.
Appointment of Ms Caroline Kongwa as IAGR Board of Trustees as of 2 October 2019
Appointment of Ms Caroline Kongwa as IAGR Board of Trustees as of 2 October 2019
Gambling Conference Opens up Regulators and Operators Dialogue
Gambling Conference Opens up Regulators and Operators Dialogue
National Gambling Amendment Bill of 2016
Cabinet has on 14 September 2016 approved the draft National Gambling Amendment Bill of 2016 for wider public comment. The Bill addresses challenges hampering effectiveness of the National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act 7 of 2004).
National Gambling Awareness Roadshow
The Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) in collaboration with the National Gambling Board (NGB) will undertake a national education roadshow to create awareness among members of the public about responsible gambling and the socio-economic consequences of gambling.
National Gambling Policy, 2016
The Minister of Trade and Industry, having obtained Cabinet approval on 17 February 2016, published the National Gambling Policy 2016, as the final approved policy document.
