EP452: SiGMA Africa 2026 Pitch Winner | Nick French on Launching South Africa’s First Betting Exchange

Nick French, Founder and CEO of BetMatch, reflects on his win at the SiGMA Africa 2026 Media Lounge Pitch competition. He introduces South Africa’s first licensed betting exchange and unpacks the regulatory and operational complexities shaping market entry in the region. French discusses investor engagement at SiGMA, emphasising ecosystem collaboration over traditional fundraising. He outlines immediate priorities including regulatory navigation and successful launch execution, alongside long-term ambitions centred on sustainability and community upliftment. A strong focus is placed on his CSI programme and youth development initiatives in Mafikeng, reinforcing a broader vision of responsible growth within Africa’s gaming sector.Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld