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Start of MSSA’s NWU Online School League delayed to 1 August 2022.

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2 years ago

July 29, 2022

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Mind Sports South Africa (MSSA) has agreed to delay the MSSA NWU Online School League to 1 August 2022 due to a number of schools applying to affiliate in order to have it heir learners take advantage of this wonderful oportunity.

The prizes for MSSA’s NWU Online School League are divided into three categories:

Overall purse prize being a bursary (courtesy of NWU to the value of R30,000.00 and R5,000.00 for the CS:GO, DotA 2, FIFA 2022™, Mobile Legends Bang Banc, and Street Fighter V esports titles,
Prizes for the best female athletes, and
Best school award (R4,000.00).

Even though only six (6) of the eleven (11) titles carry the fabulous prizes as sponsored by North West University (NWU), it should be noted that that ALL titles offered do count towards:

Participation in National Team Trials, and
School Provincial Colours
Best school award

The distribution of prizes is as follows:

Title	Platform	age restr.	Players	Prize distribution	Female prize
Clash Royale	Mobile	12	1 v 1	R30,000.00 bursary to study at NWU	R1,000.00
CS GO	PC,	16	5 v 5	R5,000.00	R1,000.00
DotA 2	PC	12	5 v 5	R5,000.00	R1,000.00
FIFA 2022™	Console	12	1 v 1	R5,000.00	R1,000.00
Mobile Legends Bang Bang	Mobile	12	5 v 5	R5,000.00	R1,000.00
Street Fighter V	Console	12	1 v 1	R5,000.00	R1,000.00

The other esports titles being offered are:

Title	Platform	age restriction	Players
HearthStone	Mobile	7	1 v 1
eFootball™	Console	12	1 v 1
League of Legends	PC	12	5 v 5
Paladins	PC/console	12	5 v 5
VainGlory	Tablet/cell	12	3 v 3

In keeping with Mind Sport South Africa’s policies re development programmes, entries are free and gratis to registered players who are unable to afford to enter such championships should the designated school official formally request assistance.

Players who are registered with any affiliated school may participate.

Only a designated school official may enter a school team consisting of at least one athlete.
Entry fees must be deposited directly into Mind Sports South Africa’s account, held at ABSA Bank, account number, 90 4766 7676.
Entries are R50.00 per player and photographs of all athletes must accompany such entry.
No entries shall be accepted without MSSA having received proof of payment.
Entries close on Sunday, 31 July 2022.

The following Medals may be awarded at MSSA’s 2022 Annual Inter-School League:

HIGH SCHOOL (FEMALE): Medals shall be awarded to the first three high school scholars.
PRIMARY SCHOOL (FEMALE): Medals shall be awarded to the first three high school scholars.
HIGH SCHOOL (MALE): Medals shall be awarded to the first three high school scholars.
PRIMARY SCHOOL (MALE): Medals shall be awarded to the first three high school scholars.

Please note the medals shall be awarded at a MSSA offline event.

Colours and National Team Trials:

All Players who score within the top 50% in a specific Period at a Provincial Championship, and who also score within the top 50% at MSSA’s 2019 Annual Inter-School League in the same period and in the same year, shall earn Provincial Colours.It must be remembered that only schools affiliated to MSSA may participate in the 2022 NWU Online Schools League.

Africa

Hub88 partners with LiveGames to enhance content offering

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2 days ago

April 24, 2024

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Hub88 has partnered with live casino supplier LiveGames, further strengthening its product offering by adding a unique range of content to its platform.

LiveGames provides fully customisable online live dealer games and branded tables including the first vertical roulette table in the sector, along with crash games and the widely played Tombola.

The supplier delivers experiences with a player-focused design, easy to use mobile interface, and high-resolution broadcasts.

The partnership will support LiveGames’ goal to further expand in international markets, including Africa, Asia, and Latin America where Hub88 has a strong presence.

The deal showcases Hub88’s commitment to grow its ecosystem of partners, offering a diverse portfolio of products and content.

Ollie Castleman, Head of Hub88, said: “We’re thrilled to unveil this strategic partnership with LiveGames which sees us add a great provider to our platform, one that utilises modern technology to offer bespoke and personalised gaming experiences to players.

“We are looking forward to collaborating and strengthening our content library with their diverse games.”

The LiveGames Team said: “Our journey started in a small studio and as a team, we are excited about now expanding to every corner of the world together with Hub88 and their extensive operator network.

“We are committed to promoting innovation in the industry and this partnership will support us on that mission.”

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NE Group powers 888bets launch in Angola

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4 days ago

April 22, 2024

George Miller

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NE Group, a leading B2B iGaming software supplier, has teamed up with online gambling operator 888 to launch 888bets for the Angolan market.

888Africa was originally set up to operate 888 brands in online betting and gaming markets across hand-picked regulated countries within Africa. Angolan sports bettors will now have seamless access to online sports betting through 888bets.co.ao

NE Group specialises in offering innovative, lightweight front-end solutions for best-in-class iGaming experiences. An extensive localised knowledge is the inspiration behind a platform that is renowned for flexibility and adaptation for unique African preferences. Together with 888, the platform delivers smooth gameplay across diverse data speed environments – essential for broad accessibility in Africa.

For the first time in the country, Angolan bettors will have the opportunity to experience the acclaimed Aviator crash-game on the platform. Additionally, the new site incorporates built-in features and tools for Responsible Gaming teams to monitor and support safe gaming practices

NE Group CEO Imran Bukhari said: “It’s brilliant to see the 888bets sportsbook launch in Angola to bring sports betting fans an experience they deserve. Our specialised sports betting platform and lightweight frontend solution for Africa allows 888bets to quickly scale.”

888bets added: “As a country with huge potential, we expect big things from our launch in Angola. Working with NE Group has enabled us to deliver an experience that sports bettors will love and that is enriched with engaging products.”

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BMM Testlabs Continues Its Expansion in Africa with New Licenses in Botswana and Nigeria to Test Land-Based and Digital Products

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3 weeks ago

April 8, 2024

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BMM Testlabs (BMM; or the Company), the world’s original gaming test lab renowned for exceptional product compliance and certification services, today announced that it has been approved to provide compliance testing, inspections, and certification services for the African countries of Botswana and Nigeria.

The Botswana Gambling Authority and the National Lottery Regulatory Commission in Nigeria, the official gaming regulatory bodies in those states, granted BMM licenses for the land-based and digital gaming markets in the two African countries.

BMM, which opened its office in South Africa in October 2004, is now able to provide comprehensive compliance testing and inspection services for most regulated markets across Africa.

BMM`s Senior Vice President, Africa, Zeena Rossouw said, We are honored that the gaming authorities in Botswana and Nigeria have demonstrated their trust in BMM to license us for product testing and certification. As regulation gains momentum across the continent, the African gaming market offers even more promise for BMM. With a focus on safeguarding the African gaming industry and all its stakeholders, BMM looks forward to working with suppliers and operators to accelerate the deployment of new technologies and products.