EP475: Responsible Marketing & Youth Protection in African Gaming

At the SiGMA Africa Summit 2026, industry leaders and regulators unpack the pressing challenges surrounding responsible marketing, youth protection, and creative boundaries in Africa’s gaming sector. Featuring insights from Botswana and South Africa regulators alongside compliance experts, the panel explores red lines in advertising, the role of AI in player protection, and the shift from aggressive promotion to community-driven engagement. With a strong focus on collaboration, education, and enforcement, this session highlights how operators and regulators are aligning strategies to mitigate harm while sustaining industry growth across emerging African markets. Moderator: Lombo Mphande – Director, Bit Chats (Responsible gambling research and consulting) Speakers: Moruntshi Kemorwale – Acting CEO, Botswana Gambling Authority  Obakeng Seseane – Acting CEO, Free State Gambling, Liquor and Tourism Authority  Chigozie Ewuzie – Compliance Manager, 1xBet Nigeria Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld