Regulators, investors warn tax policy could shape gaming sector growth
The concerns dominated discussions at the inaugural iGaming AFRIKA Summit 2026 in Nairobi, where policymakers and industry players pointed to rising fiscal stakes as digital gaming expands across the continent. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Regulators and investors are warning that Africa’s burgeoning betting and gaming sector could be hampered by inconsistent tax policies, potentially deterring investment and reducing tax revenues.
- Kenya collected Sh31 billion from betting and gaming in the 2024/25 financial year, highlighting the sector's growing contribution to the tax base.
- Key organizations involved include the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) of Kenya and the Africa iGaming Alliance.
- Industry leaders are advocating for harmonised policies across African nations to reduce compliance costs and foster cross-border scalability, rather than fragmented regulatory regimes which increase costs and limit growth.
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