Gambling Authority - Botswana

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𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗦 𝗛𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗦 | 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗞𝗢 𝗢 𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗣𝗔 The Gambling Authority has reached a historic milestone by awarding the first-ever Betting and Limited Payout Machines (LPM) licences! This major step forward aims to diversify the sector and promote economic growth, with Batswana playing a leading role. Addressing a media briefing today, Board Chairperson Mr. Marvin T. Torto proudly announced, “We have granted licenses to 16 companies, with a significant 72% citizen ownership. Over 80% of these licenses are majority citizen-owned, ensuring that the benefits of this growing industry flow directly to our people.” With these licenses, over 200 new gambling sites will be established across the country, contributing to job creation and boosting local businesses. Mr. Torto emphasised, “These licensed companies have committed to creating 2,017 jobs, focusing on women, youth, and people living with disabilities.” The Gambling Authority is committed to promoting responsible gambling and ensuring that the industry grows in a sustainable manner. Mr. Torto highlighted their dedication, saying, “We recently launched a 24-hour toll-free responsible gambling helpline and expanded our public education campaigns to reach more than 100 villages.” This is just the beginning of a new chapter for Botswana’s gambling industry, which is set to bring economic and social benefits to communities across the country. #BotswanaGamblingAuthority #EconomicGrowth #CitizenEmpowerment #ResponsibleGambling #BettingIndustry #LPMLicenses #JobCreation #MotshamekooPhepa #MediaBriefing #pressconference

𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦: 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦 | 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗞𝗢 𝗢 𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗣𝗔 In its ongoing commitment to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, the Gambling Authority this morning (Tuesday) met with the Botswana Football Association (BFA) to explore opportunities for collaboration. The engagement, spearheaded by Gambling Authority Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Emolemo Peter Kesitilwe and newly elected BFA President Mr. Tariq Babitseng, marked a pivotal moment in fostering mutual understanding and identifying shared goals to benefit both the gambling and sports sectors. Discussions centered around aligning mandates to enhance the integrity, sustainability, and growth of these industries. Also present were BFA CEO Mr. Mfolo Mfolo, Bennett Mamelodi, the Botswana Premier League (BPL) CEO, and newly elected BFA Vice President Mr. Maokaneng Bontshetse amongst others. This partnership reflects a shared vision of progress, where the passion of sports meets responsible gaming practices to elevate national interests. #BuildingPartnerships #GamblingAuthority #BFA #SportAndGaming #LeadershipInAction #SustainableGrowth #Botswana #CollaborationForGrowth #BotswanaFootball #PartnershipsForProgress #MotshamekooPhepa

𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 | 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗞𝗢 𝗢 𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗣𝗔 We were happy to bring our stakeholders together to discuss key developments that will shape the future of racing and gambling in Botswana. The recently amended Gambling Regulations, published in the Government Gazette on June 28, 2024, pave the way for new opportunities. The Gambling Authority's Racing Stakeholders Engagement Meeting took place today at Travel Lodge, and was designed to provide stakeholders with crucial updates on issues impacting their interactions with the Authority. The engagement covered new developments in the racing regulations, addressed concerns, and discussed ways to enhance collaboration. Attendees included Botswana Athletics Association, Botswana Cycling Association, Greyhound Racing Association, and other key stakeholders (foot, dog, car, boat and horse racing). Thank you to all participants for your valuable input and engagement. Let’s explore the possibilities with the issuance of new betting licenses and work towards a diversified, compliant, and safe gambling industry. Stay informed, stay engaged, and be part of the journey towards innovation and economic growth! Visit https://lnkd.in/dEvSJMDx for more information or call us at +267 3957672. #GamblingAuthority #Botswana #ResponsibleGambling #MindsetChange #Vision2036 #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #StakeholderEngagement #MotshamekooPhepa #Racing #FutureForward #Compliance #OpportunityAwaits

𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗘 𝗜𝗡: 𝗙𝗢𝗖𝗨𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 | 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗞𝗢 𝗢 𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗣𝗔 "A Diversified, Compliant, and Safe Gambling Industry." | For more information, visit gamblingauthority.co.bw or call +267 3957672. #GamblingAuthority #Gambling #LimitedPayoutMachines #MindsetChange #LimitedPayoutMachines #Vision2036 #ResponsibleGambling #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #Botswana #MotshamekooPhepa #radioshow

𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗖𝗨𝗠𝗘𝗡: 𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗖𝗚𝗠𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 | 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗬'𝗔𝗟𝗟 "Leadership is not just about holding a title; it’s about driving meaningful change in our organisations and beyond." – Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Gambling Authority, Mr. Emolemo Peter Kesitilwe as a Guest Speaker at the Botswana CGMA Convocation 2024 held at Travel Lodge last night! Here’s an abridged version of his inspiring speech: Good evening to all newly inducted Associates and Fellows of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). As I stand before you today, I am reminded of the transformative power of CIMA in shaping leaders who think strategically, act ethically, and contribute to sustainable development. Tonight, we honour your achievements and the journey ahead. The CIMA qualification is not merely a testament to your financial expertise, but a commitment to excellence, integrity, and leadership. As you step into your roles, know that you are now part of a community that influences the future of our organisations, our nation, and beyond. Congratulations to all new Associates and Fellows. May your impact be profound, your leadership be inspiring, and your dedication to ethical financial management drive economic growth in Botswana and across Africa. #CIMA #Leadership #FinanceProfessionals #EconomicDevelopment #Botswana #StrategicThinking #Integrity #Vision2036 #ResetAgenda #GamblingAuthority #CIMAFellows #FinancialExcellence #SustainableGrowth #MotshamekooPhepa

𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗕𝗬 𝗛𝗢𝗡. 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 A courtesy visit by Hon. Assistant Minister Beauty Manake to our office marked a significant moment in the ongoing dialogue between governmental authorities and the gambling industry. Following the official licensing of betting and limited payout machines, this visit provided an opportunity for the Minister to familiarize herself with our operations and engage in meaningful discussions regarding economic development linked to the gaming industry. Her inquiry into the value chain associated with gambling underscored the importance of understanding how various stakeholders can benefit from regulated gaming activities, which can contribute positively to local economies. During her visit, Hon. Manake expressed her admiration for the initiatives undertaken by our Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and executive team, particularly in establishing a friendly office environment. Highlighting that such an atmosphere not only enhances employee morale but also reflects a commitment to transparency and approachability within regulatory frameworks. For more comprehensive information on responsible gambling, visit the Gambling Authority’s website at gamblingauthority.co.bw or call +267 3957672. "A Diversified, Compliant and Safe Gambling Industry" #GamblingAuthority #gambling #LimitedPayOutMachines #MindsetChange #MotshamekooPhepa

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜 | 𝗠𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥-𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 | 𝟬𝟳-𝟬𝟵-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 The Gambling Authority is committed to empowering the public with vital information about responsible gambling. Central to this mission is the need to ensure a safe and enjoyable gambling environment for everyone. It is crucial to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with gambling and provide resources for individuals seeking help. A key initiative in this effort is the introduction of self-help portals that offer valuable information and support for those struggling with gambling addiction. For more comprehensive information on responsible gambling, visit the Gambling Authority’s website at gamblingauthority.co.bw or call +267 3957672. "A Diversified, Compliant and Safe Gambling Industry" #GamblingAuthority #gambling #LimitedPayOutMachines #MindsetChange #MotshamekooPhepa

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 | 𝟎𝟓-𝟎𝟗-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 The Gambling Authority, in collaboration with Storms Road Shows, Blacksmith Communications, Brand Ambassador Big Fish, and social influencer Moshweshwe Bw, and other stakeholders, hosted a dynamic workshop aimed at deepening understanding of the gambling industry. This session brought together key players to explore crucial topics, including the intricacies of licensing processes, the broader value chain, and the legislative framework under the Gambling Act. The involvement of various stakeholders emphasized the need for a well-informed industry to navigate these complex areas. The workshop primarily sought to demystify licensing, highlighting its vital role in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring that operators uphold standards of fairness and consumer protection. Participants also engaged in in-depth discussions on the value chain within the gambling sector, providing insights into how different elements contribute to the industry's overall functioning. A strong focus was placed on responsible gambling practices, recognizing the growing global concern around problem gambling. The workshop signifies the need for all stakeholders to champion initiatives that foster safer gambling environments. For more comprehensive information on responsible gambling, visit the Gambling Authority’s website at gamblingauthority.co.bw or call +267 3957672. "A Diversified, Compliant and Safe Gambling Industry" #GamblingAuthority #gambling #LimitedPayOutMachines #MindsetChange #MotshamekooPhepa

𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐰𝐚 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥! The Gambling Authority is committed to empowering the public with vital information about responsible gambling. Central to this mission is the need to ensure a safe and enjoyable gambling environment for everyone. It is crucial to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with gambling and provide resources for individuals seeking help. A key initiative in this effort is the introduction of self-help portals that offer valuable information and support for those struggling with gambling addiction. Visitors at the Babirwa Cultural Festival are encouraged to visit the Gambling Authority's stall to learn more about responsible gambling and upcoming licenses. Additionally, individuals can access the Responsible Gambling Self-help Portal at https://lnkd.in/dPYdsUWs or dial *228# for USSD access. For more comprehensive information on responsible gambling, visit the Gambling Authority’s website at gamblingauthority.co.bw or call +267 3957672. "A Diversified, Compliant and Safe Gambling Industry" #GamblingAuthority #gambling #LimitedPayOutMachines #MindsetChange #MotshamekooPhepa