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Dates and new qualification pathway confirmed as Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 looks to inspire a new generation of rugby fans

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5 years ago

May 18, 2021

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Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 to take place from 9-11 September, 2022; New striking RWC Sevens 2022 brand and RWCSevens.com website unveiled; RWC Sevens 2022 will be contested by 24 men’s and 16 women’s teams; New qualification process will see non-qualified teams qualify only through regional competitions; 16 men’s places and 11 women’s places available for non-qualified teams; South Africa’s women secure automatic qualification as tournament hosts.

World Rugby (www.World.rugby) and hosts South Africa Rugby today confirmed Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 in Cape Town will take place from 9-11 September, 2022.

The eighth edition is the first to be hosted in Africa with organisers anticipating a very special and record-breaking event at the iconic 57,654 capacity Cape Town Stadium.

Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 will be contested by 24 men’s and 16 women’s teams.

The top eight men’s teams and top four women’s teams from the hugely successful RWC Sevens 2018 in San Francisco, USA, have already secured automatic qualification for the tournament in 2022.

The qualified teams for the men’s event are defending champions New Zealand, England, South Africa Fiji, Argentina, USA, France, Scotland, while defending champions New Zealand, France, Australia and USA have already booked their tickets to the women’s event in Cape Town. South Africa’s women will join them as the host nation.

Teams that have not qualified automatically will do so via their respective regional tournaments held in Europe, Oceania, Asia, North America, South America, and Africa. With 16 places available in the men’s tournament and 11 in the women’s from regional competitions.

The HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series will no longer form part of the qualification pathway for Rugby World Cup Sevens. Regional qualification is expected to start in August of this year with further details to be announced at a later stage.

World Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont said: “We are delighted to announce the tournament dates for Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 alongside the unveiling of a striking new brand that truly captures the unique, fun and carnival spirit of the tournament.

“This is an exciting time for rugby sevens with less than 70 days to go until the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo and now with Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 also on the horizon. South Africa has a rich history in hosting world-class international rugby sevens events, and we anticipate that Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 will once again raise the bar for this unique tournament and be like no other.”

“South African rugby is eager to turn the vibrancy of this new brand into the vibrancy of a packed live event where we can showcase both our country and our passion for the sport,” said Mr Mark Alexander, president of SA Rugby. “This will be the first senior World Cup we have hosted since 1995 and we are determined to make it as special in its own way.

“The HSBC Cape Town Sevens has established itself as a major must-see event on our national sporting calendar, but we will be taking Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 to the next level.”

Alongside confirmation of the dates and new qualification pathway, the bespoke tournament brand, developed by World Rugby and SA Rugby, has also been unveiled.

The striking brand radiates unity, energy and passion and celebrates the spirit of rugby sevens that will ignite Cape Town’s finest rugby stage, as the top men’s and women’s teams from around the world compete to be crowned world champions.

World Rugby Chief Marketing Officer Marissa Pace today said “Our goal is to ignite Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 with a bold event mark, reflecting the fast pace and dynamic play of Sevens, but also the vibrancy of Cape Town and South Africa. With Table Mountain at the heart of the new logo, our team has also included elements within to represent both the event year and the iconic Cape Town Stadium. We look forward to watching the brand come to life via our partners and hosts South Africa Rugby.”

The tournament is expected to build on the massively successful 2018 edition hosted at AT&T Park in San Francisco, which attracted record attendance for a rugby event in the USA with a total attendance of more than 100,000 fans.

In addition, RWC Sevens 2018 attracted cumulative domestic and global broadcast audiences of more than 24 million and 31 million viewers respectively, which included a record-breaking live broadcast audience of 1.7 million on its final day. The tournament also leveraged 22.5 million social media video views on World Rugby channels over the course of the event.

Details of the ticket sales launch will be announced later this year.

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TaDa Gaming Enters South Africa via Strategic Betway Partnership

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2 days ago

March 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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TaDa Gaming marks its entry into the South African iGaming market through a landmark partnership with Betway, bringing premium casino content to local players.

With slots tailored for the SA market, Betway players will have immediate access to releases including Crazy 777, Coin Tree, 40 Sparkling Crown, Devil Fire 2 and Rapid Gems 777 as well as the Fortune Gems series. Distribution is through Light & Wonder Inc.

TaDa is renowned for attracting new and younger demographics with its immersive content. As winner of the SiGMA Africa Slot Newcomer of the Year, 2025, all games are expertly localised and mobile first for lightweight deployment and swift loading times, a critical factor for success.

Taking a glocalised approach has enabled TaDa to build a transnational brand across the continent for delivering scalable, regulated business success in emerging and high growth countries.

This experience gained from operating in over 15 countries including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania makes TaDa a valuable partner in South Africa, a key destination for the ambitious content provider.

Ray Lee, Director of Business Development at TaDa Gaming, said: “Building our brand for immersive and tailored gaming in South Africa has been enhanced through securing collaborations with key operators like Betway. We are delighted to be working together to deliver new and exciting experiences for players across the SA market.”

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TaDa Gaming Officially Enters the Regulated South African Market

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3 days ago

March 23, 2026

Wladimir P.

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TaDa Gaming has reinforced its presence and brand in African iGaming through its latest entry to the regulated South African market.

SA is currently considered the most mature market in Africa with strong internet penetration, high smartphone usage and higher disposable income per capita.

With potential regulation change under debate, new laws would enable a regulated market model to be in place within the next few years. Reputable industry sources have projected approximately €3.9 billion ($4.2 billion or around R80 billion) in annual gambling revenue by 2030, making it a significant growth market.

TaDa began its African journey in 2024 with betPawa, the largest gaming platform on the continent. This gave TaDa access to over 15 countries including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania.

Furthermore, TaDa honed its knowledge of individual African countries’ regulations, cultural mores and player behaviours alongside a dedicated programme to reduce size and loading times for mobile first games in line with local infrastructure limitations and player device types but with no adverse effect on quality or entertainment value.

Enhanced by its roster of international gaming licences, TaDa is known for its expert “glocalisation” or global core mechanics/local content strategic approach to new markets. With a significant Crash portfolio and award-winning gamification tools, TaDa has quickly built a name for innovative and immersive gaming experiences among African players.

In 2025, SiGMA Africa voted TaDa as Best Slot Newcomer through games such as the renowned Fortune Gems series; Crazy 777, Coin Tree and global hit Devil Fire 2. Subsequent hit releases certified for SA also include 40 Sparkling Crown and Rapid Gems 777.

Armed with this know-how and brand awareness, TaDa is a valuable partner and the regulated South African market has responded positively. With leading operator and platform collaborations and partnerships in place, TaDa has begun to build its brand for immersive gaming across SA.

As the largest and most established iGaming ecosystem on the continent, SA continues to be a key destination for TaDa across 2026 and beyond. In anticipation that South Africa will follow the UK and Ontario’s lead in regulations in the long-term, providers like TaDa who hold both UKGC and AGCO licences are expected to be in demand with operators and players alike.

Ray Lee, Director of Business Development at TaDa Gaming, said: “Having polished our skills and know-how across multiple emerging African markets over the last year, we are confident that our localised and certified content will quickly resonate with players in South Africa. Launching with market leaders enhances our credibility for delivering visibly fair and high quality gaming experiences while our regulated approach will stand us in good stead for the future.”

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BetConstruct AI Fuels Global Innovation Strategy Across Latin America, Asia and Africa

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1 week ago

March 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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BetConstruct AI is excited to reveal its significant involvement in several top industry events this March: SAGSE LatAm in Buenos Aires, Argentina, GAT Expo in Cartagena, Colombia, SPiCE South Asia in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and the Africa Gaming Expo in Lagos, Nigeria. As a worldwide leader in iGaming technology, BetConstruct AI is leveraging these platforms to strengthen its dedication to local development and support operators with the 2026 idea of “The Choice.”

Throughout all three continents, our focus is on a vision of technological empowerment. In a more complex regulatory environment, BetConstruct AI surpasses conventional offerings to provide strategic independence. We think the future of international iGaming relies on the operator’s ability to select the most adaptable, insightful, and scalable technology to propel their distinct vision ahead.

During every event, attendees will discover a complete range of solutions designed to cater to the varied needs of local communities. At the core of our presentation are the top-tier Sportsbook and Casino Platforms, designed for optimal stability and fast scalability.

In addition to the primary platforms, we deliver the fundamental framework for a leading online brand. This encompasses CMS Pro for centralized hub administration, SpringBuilder X for mobile-oriented website development, and BetChain AI, which offers an innovative approach to create and design iGaming websites more quickly and intelligently.

The exhibitions will highlight the BetConstruct AI Suite, a set of advanced tools aimed at enhancing and streamlining the operator’s experience:

● CRM AI: Delivering deep behavioral insights to drive player retention.
● Umbrella AI: Providing real-time risk management and automated player protection.
● AI Game Recommendation System: Ensuring personalized content delivery.
● Betting Mate: An intuitive AI companion that elevates the player experience.

Reiterating its commitment to partner success, BetConstruct AI will present The Last Battle Universe, the first B2B loyalty system in the industry designed to recognize performance. Operators reaching a GGR growth rate exceeding 12% (determined by comparing the third month of the current quarter to the third month of the prior quarter) gain access to unique rewards. This comprises a 51% reduction on invoices for Nebula Badge holders, a 50% setup discount for Zenith Badge holders, and complete setup fee refunds to enable direct reinvestment into the platform.

BetConstruct AI encourages all industry stakeholders, operators, and media personnel to engage with our team of specialists at these locations:

● SAGSE LatAm (Buenos Aires, Argentina): March 18 – 19 | Stand 134
● SPiCE South Asia (Colombo, Sri Lanka): March 24 – 25 | Stand 1017
● GAT Expo (Cartagena, Colombia): March 25 – 26 | Stand A31
● Africa Gaming Expo (Lagos, Nigeria): March 25 – 26 | Stand E17

To foster deeper connections beyond the exhibition floor, we are hosting a series of exclusive Harmony Dinners. These invitation-only meetups offer a unique space for BetConstruct AI leaders and our valued partners to align visions in an atmosphere of world-class hospitality:

1. Buenos Aires: March 18 | Hilton Buenos Aires
2. Colombo: March 24 | Shangri-La, Colombo
3. Cartagena: March 25 | Cartagena, Colombia
4. Lagos: March 25 | Lagos, Nigeria

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