Africa
Soft2Bet takes its first steps into Africa with a multi-year Turnkey deal with media leader Channels TV

Soft2Bet has signed a multi-year turnkey agreement with leading Nigerian media company Channels Media Group to provide its powerful platform solution and Managed Services in the largest regulated market in Africa.
As part of the deal Soft2Bet will power Waddibet, Channels Media Group’s online sports betting and casino offering, driving value for the group by managing its entire customer acquisition and retention strategy through its market-leading ‘Managed Services’ offering.
The partnership will make full use of Channels local knowledge and Soft2Bet’s online sports betting and casino expertise as the broadcaster leverages its reach to deploy Soft2Bet’s Motivational Engineering Gamification Application (MEGA), the gamification solution that enables operators to deliver market-leading ROI by providing quality content and driving player engagement in regulated jurisdictions.
Regulatory expansion
Soft2Bet’s regulatory footprint grew significantly in 2023 as the group entered major markets like Sweden, Denmark, Romania and Italy and in 2024 this has continued and it is set to forge ahead on this path with worldwide expansion into Africa’s largest economy and most populous country with Channels TV.
As the company executes on its strategic roadmap throughout 2025 it will continue integrating new partners to its B2B platform and adding to its content library to deliver the richest and most complete turnkey solution for its partners.
Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer of Soft2Bet, said: “As a group, Soft2Bet is truly delighted to announce its first African partnership with a high-calibre media partner like Channels TV. Nigeria is the continent’s largest economy and a vibrant market and the combination of Channels TV’s strong brand equity and our highly localised and powerful solutions will deliver strong growth in this major market.”
Tobi Momoh, Group Strategist & Consultant of Channels Media Group, added: “Our joining forces with Soft2Bet will see us blend our local expertise with their cutting-edge online sports betting and casino operations. We’re also highly excited at the thought of integrating Soft2Bet’s MEGA gamification and are confident in our ability to deliver premium content and elevate player engagement across this market. Together, we’re committed to setting new industry standards and establishing a leading iGaming brand that will provide unmatched entertainment to our players.”
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Africa
SportPesa Goes Pink for 2025 October Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Leading online gaming firm SportPesa will reaffirm its commitment to social impact by taking part in the 2025 October Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) campaign.
Throughout the month, the gaming company will run a special campaign dubbed SportPesa In Pink aimed at raising awareness, celebrating the resilience of those fighting cancer and promoting early detection across all its markets in Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the Isle of Man.
The campaign will see SportPesa integrate the colour pink across its digital platforms, events and partner activations while employees, stakeholders and associates will adorn pink during their various activities, symbolising solidarity with breast cancer warriors and their families.
Being the main sponsor of football giants Gor Mahia, Shabana, Murang’a Seal and the Kenya 7s rugby team as well as Kenya Cup side Nondescripts RFC, SportPesa will collaborate with the teams to spread awareness to fans all across the country through various channels.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, marked every October, unites people worldwide in the mission to increase awareness and reduce the stigma around breast cancer through education, support and fundraising.
SportPesa’s involvement underscores how corporate organisations can leverage their influence to drive meaningful social change.
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Africa
Playbook Football™ lands in Nigeria and UK with LiveScore Bet

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Players can go for goal with innovative real money virtual football management game
Playbook Fusion, the innovative supplier that is revolutionising the online betting industry by combining the worlds of sports betting and video gaming, has taken its flagship Playbook Football title to the Nigerian market through a breakthrough deal with LiveScore Bet.
Players on LiveScore Bet will be the first in Nigeria to experience Playbook Football, a unique, real money, virtual football management betting game where players build their own teams, place bets, receive in-game rewards, climb divisions and compete on leaderboards.
Playbook Football is delivered via Playbook Fusion’s proprietary RGS platform in collaboration with the provider’s exclusive distribution partner, Games Global.
The announcement comes simultaneously with the UK launch of Playbook Football with LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet in the UK.
Steve Rogers, Founder and CEO at Playbook Fusion, said: “Playbook Football offers a unique betting and entertainment experience, designed to draw players into the game as they build and develop their teams, place bets, earn rewards, improve their skill and progress through divisions.
“We are delighted to see it become available to LiveScore Bet’s players in Nigeria. This is a country that is mad about football, and the mobile-first nature of the game makes it easily accessible to players.
“This is an important deal for Playbook Fusion as it marks our arrival in the African market, and we look forward to working closely with LiveScore Bet to ensure the success of Playbook Football in this new territory”
James Connelley, Director, LiveScore Bet Nigeria, said: “The sports betting space has long been ready for a revolutionary product to come along and change the game, and we believe that Playbook Football is that product.
“The game offers a truly unique experience that will resonate strongly with our extensive player base in Nigeria.
“It’s partnerships such as this that have allowed us to establish LiveScore Bet as a leading online sportsbook in the market, and we are genuinely thrilled to be the first to bring Playbook Football to football fans and bettors in the country.”
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DigiPlus Applies for South Africa License

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DigiPlus Interactive has filed its license applications with the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB) in South Africa. This move advances DigiPlus’ entry into one of the most promising regulated online gaming markets globally.
DigiPlus has applied for three operator licenses in South Africa: a National Manufacturer License, a Bookmaker License and a Bookmaker Premises License. The WCGRB is regarded as the preferred jurisdiction for international operators like DigiPlus due to its transparent regulatory processes and digital readiness.
“The filing of our online gaming license in South Africa marks another milestone in DigiPlus’ global growth journey, as we bring our proven track record of innovation, responsible gaming, and player protection, together with our strength in localizing games for diverse markets, to one of Africa’s most dynamic economies,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco.
This milestone shortly follows DigiPlus’ launch in Brazil on September 22 with its first international brand GamePlus.
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