Africa
WorldMatch Secures Certification in South Africa
WorldMatch has announced that it has secured the certification in South Africa. This important certification, confirms the compliance of all WorldMatch games with the required standards, allowing operations with an already active client in the region.
WorldMatch’s official entry into the South African market marks another step forward in the company’s international growth strategy. Additionally, WorldMatch is currently working on certification for other regions in the country, aiming to strengthen its presence and offer its vast range of innovative games to an increasingly wide audience.
“We are thrilled to announce this new certification, which enables us to bring our cutting-edge gaming offering to the South African market. This is just the beginning of our journey in South Africa, and we are eager to further expand our presence in the country,” said Andrea Boratto, CEO at WorldMatch.
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Africa
Sun International Appoints Nomzamo Radebe as COO
Sun International has announced that Nomzamo Radebe will join Sun International as Chief Operating Officer: Hospitality & Sales, effective 2 February 2026.
“Nomzamo will play a pivotal role in advancing our hospitality and property businesses, contributing fresh insights as we continue to build world-class capabilities and pursue our ambition to be a digitally led, market-leading, omnichannel gaming company,” said Ulrik Bengtsson, CEO of Sun International.
Nomzamo is a Chartered Accountant with over 27 years of experience, including 20 years in senior leadership roles across the real estate sector. She joins Sun International from SA Corporate Real Estate Ltd, where she served as COO, and has held executive positions at Excellerate JHI, Pareto Limited and National Treasury. Her expertise includes property asset management, portfolio optimisation, mergers and acquisitions, treasury management and stakeholder engagement, having led teams managing portfolios valued at over R10 billion.
Nomzamo has been recognised with the Five Star Woman Award and IPM Business Leader of the Year and serves on the board of SAPOA.
“I am excited to join such a strong brand like Sun International. I look forward to interacting with the various teams to drive performance and deliver on our business strategies and value creation plans in the hospitality division,” said Nomzamo Radebe.
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Africa
Logifuture’s Simulate Forecasts Morocco AFCON Glory After 1,000 Final Simulations
Logifuture’s innovative Simulate sportsbook product has crunched the numbers ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026 final, running the decisive clash between Morocco and Senegal 1,000 times to predict a winner. The results point firmly toward the hosts, with Morocco emerging as favourites to lift their first AFCON title in more than 50 years.
Simulate, Logifuture’s cutting-edge virtual sports betting feature, delivers fast-paced simulations across football and basketball, offering instant results or gameplay over 10- and 30-second intervals. Players can run up to 15 simulations simultaneously, creating a constant stream of betting opportunities and immersive engagement.
AFCON Final Simulation Results: Morocco vs Senegal
According to Simulate’s data-driven modelling, Morocco won 433 of the 1,000 simulated finals (43.3%), while Senegal claimed victory 283 times (28.3%). The remaining simulations ended level after 90 minutes, highlighting the fine margins expected in the final at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
Goals are predicted to be at a premium. In line with Morocco’s defensive solidity during the tournament, 67% of simulations (633 matches) finished with under 2.5 goals, reinforcing expectations of a tense, tactical contest.
Early momentum could prove decisive. Only 5% of simulations saw a team recover from a half-time deficit to win in regulation time. Given that Morocco have conceded just once during the tournament, Senegal could face an uphill battle if they fall behind early.
Draws may also shape the outcome, with 28% of simulated matches tied after 90 minutes. Morocco’s resilience under pressure was already demonstrated in their semi-final triumph over Nigeria, where they prevailed 4–2 on penalties.
Third-Place Play-Off: Nigeria vs Egypt
Logifuture’s Simulate also analysed the AFCON third-place play-off between Nigeria and Egypt, running the fixture 1,000 times. The Super Eagles emerged victorious in 467 simulations (46.7%), while Egypt won 333 times (33.3%), with the remaining matches requiring extra time.
Low-scoring outcomes dominated the simulations. Only 267 matches featured over 2.5 goals, while 467 ended with a single goal, underlining expectations of another tightly contested encounter. Goalless draws were rare, occurring in just 67 of the 1,000 simulations, suggesting a breakthrough is likely before full time.
Boosting Sportsbook Performance with Simulate
Beyond predictions, operators using Logifuture’s Simulate have reported sportsbook GGR increases of up to 5%, driven by advanced predictive modelling and enhanced player engagement. By delivering personalised betting experiences and real-time insights, Simulate helps operators optimise offers, improve retention, and drive sustainable long-term growth.
As AFCON 2026 reaches its climax, Logifuture’s Simulate continues to demonstrate how data-led virtual sports betting can enhance fan engagement while delivering measurable commercial impact for sportsbook operators.
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Africa
Playtech Partners with LottoStar to Boost Operations Across South Africa
Playtech now boasts a significant presence in South Africa and this collaboration reaffirms its commitment to delivering innovative, top-tier gaming content to its market-leading partners in the region.
Simon Munsamy, Playtech Managing Director: Africa, commented: “We are excited to announce our new partnership with LottoStar, one of South Africa’s most recognisable and popular iGaming operators. We have seen how strongly Playtech’s games and promotional tools resonate with South African players and anticipate even more success this time around. It is a source of great pride to be working alongside LottoStar to ensure its players enjoy a safe, innovative, and engaging gaming experience.
A LottoStar Spokesperson, stated: “Introducing over 100 Playtech games marks a pivotal moment for LottoStar. We’re committed to offering our players world-class variety and quality. This partnership brings a new level of excitement to our players’ betting experience, while maintaining both brands’ shared desire to uphold the highest standards of player protection. These innovative games reflect our ambition to deliver the very best to our players.”
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