Africa
Triumph at SiGMA Africa 2025: Best Platform & Best Marketing Campaign
SOFTSWISS, a leading tech company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, received two prestigious accolades at the SiGMA Africa Awards. Winning Best Platform and Best Marketing Campaign, the company testifies to its commitment to innovation, excellence, and industry leadership.
The SiGMA Africa Awards serves as the grand opening to the SiGMA Africa Summit, a key event celebrating the achievements of industry leaders and innovators across the African iGaming sector. The awards honour outstanding contributions in technology, marketing, operations, and player engagement, setting the stage for fruitful networking at the summit.
Casino Platform Recognised for Excellence
SOFTSWISS’ Casino Platform, an industry-leading solution that has been driving success for operators for over a decade, secured the Best Platform award for the African market. The Casino Platform is known for its advanced player management tools, seamless integration capabilities, and robust security features. Powering over 250 online casinos with more than 6 million players worldwide, SOFTSWISS flagship product plays a pivotal role in shaping the online casino landscape.
“Winning Best Platform is a testament to our commitment to providing operators with cutting-edge technology and outstanding service,” said Vitali Matsukevich, Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS. “For over 12 years, our Casino Platform has empowered brands to thrive in a competitive market, and this award reinforces its position as a top-tier solution in the industry.”
SOFTSWISS is actively expanding its presence in the region by acquiring a majority stake in South African software developer Turfsport.
Innovative Approach to Marketing Campaigns
SOFTSWISS took home the Best Marketing Campaign award for ‘Cheers to 15 Years’, a creative and engaging campaign celebrating the company’s 15th anniversary. The campaign showcased SOFTSWISS’ impact, achievements, and industry contributions, reflecting creative spirit and innovative technologies.
“The Cheers to 15 Years campaign was more than just a celebration – it was a tribute to our partners, clients, and team members who have been part of this incredible journey,” comments Valentina Bagniya, Chief Marketing Officer at SOFTSWISS. “Receiving this award underscores the impact of our dynamic approach to building a strong, recognisable, and trusted brand in the iGaming industry.”
SOFTSWISS’ campaigns consistently earn industry recognition, showcasing an outstanding forward-thinking approach and solidifying the position as a leader in iGaming marketing innovation. ‘Cheers to 15 Years’ is the third SOFTSWISS marketing campaign acknowledged by the industry leaders, following revolutionising ‘Bringing the Heat’ and bright ‘Grab Success’.
The award-winning SOFTSWISS team is ready to welcome its clients and partners at the SiGMA Africa Summit in Cape Town at stand 56P.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 27,800 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.
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Africa
TaDa Gaming joins inaugural iGaming AFRIKA Summit in Nairobi
Supplier plans Stand A08 meetings on May 4-6 as it targets further growth across African iGaming markets.
TaDa Gaming will attend the inaugural iGaming AFRIKA Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 4-6, where it plans to meet partners and operators at Stand A08 as it targets further expansion across African markets.
The supplier said it is live in more than 16 countries and is preparing to launch in South Africa through new partnerships and collaborations. TaDa described its approach as a “glocalisation strategy” built around global core mechanics and localised content.
TaDa highlighted its Fortune Gems and Fortune Coins series—specifically Fortune Gems 500 and Fortune Coins 2—as key titles, alongside its market-tailored X Hot slots, including X7 Hot. The company also pointed to its mobile-first focus, citing “fast loading and lightweight deployment” to support local infrastructure and devices.
The company said its Africa footprint includes partnerships with betPawa, Hollywoodbets, World Sports Betting and Betway, as well as distribution via 1XBET and BetConstruct. TaDa previously won SiGMA Africa Slot Newcomer of the Year.
Ray Lee, Director of Business Development, TaDa Gaming, said: ‘We are consistently growing our brand awareness through new partnerships across multiple markets, increasing our know-how and positively impacting our ability to keep delivering the experiences players want. We welcome everyone to drop by Stand A08 to meet our dedicated team and find out more about what we can do for your African success.’
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Africa
Playson goes live with Betika in Kenya and Uganda
The supplier enters Kenya via Betika, with the rollout deployed through the Casimba (Markor) aggregation platform.
Playson has entered the Kenyan market after going live with Betika, making its online casino content available to players in Kenya and Uganda.
The rollout includes Playson titles Thunder Coins: Hold and Win, 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Win, and Coin Strike: Hold and Win. The integration was delivered via the Casimba (Markor) aggregation platform, according to the companies.
Conor Jenner, Senior Sales Manager at Playson, said: “Entering the Kenyan market is a major milestone for Playson, and doing so alongside a leading operator like Betika makes this step even more impactful. Betika’s strong market presence and deep understanding of its players provide an excellent foundation for our content to perform from day one.
We have carefully adapted our infrastructure to meet local regulatory standards and operator requirements, ensuring a smooth rollout and high-quality player experience. We are excited about the opportunities this market presents and look forward to expanding our presence across Africa.”
Peter Stagles, Group Chief Product Officer at Betika, added: “We are pleased to partner with Playson and bring their globally recognised portfolio to our players in Kenya and Uganda. At Betika, we are continuously enhancing our offering by working with best-in-class partners to deliver engaging, high-quality entertainment experiences tailored to our markets.”
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Africa
GoldenRace and Spinmatic mark five years with aggregation partner Playlogiq
The companies point to growth in Africa, with East Africa cited as a standout market since the relationship began on January 7, 2021.
GoldenRace and Spinmatic say they have reached the five-year mark of their partnership with Playlogiq, dating the start of the relationship to January 7, 2021. The companies positioned the collaboration as focused on distributing GoldenRace Virtual Sports and Spinmatic casino content via Playlogiq’s platform.
In the announcement, the companies pointed to Africa as the main growth region for the partnership, with East Africa highlighted as a particularly strong market. They also said mobile and online channels have been central to traffic volumes and content performance.
“Our collaboration with Playlogiq has always been about more than just a business transaction; it is a very strong and productive relationship between two companies that share a drive for excellence. By offering our full suite of verticals, Playlogiq has proven to be a vital partner in our mission to dominate key markets in Africa.” Martin Wachter, GoldenRace CEO and Founder.
Playlogiq CEO Baha Yahya said Spinmatic’s content has been a top performer on its network, adding: “Working with GoldenRace and Spinmatic since 2021 has allowed us to consistently provide our operators with the most engaging content on the market. The traffic we see, particularly through mobile and online channels, is a testament to the quality of the games. We’ve seen Spinmatic become our most successful product line by far, with the Sizzling Blaze series generating incredible engagement across the board.”
The companies also said GoldenRace Virtual Sports remains part of Playlogiq’s ongoing offering, while Spinmatic’s slots have led results within the partnership. No financials, GGR figures, or operator-level performance data were disclosed.
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