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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10bet
Ellis Park Stadium signs five-year naming rights deal with 10bet
Johannesburg venue rebrands as 10bet Ellis Park under new partnership agreement.
Ellis Park Stadium has signed a five-year naming rights agreement with sportsbook brand 10bet, rebranding the Johannesburg venue as 10bet Ellis Park.
10bet Africa Marketing VP Michelle Colborne said: “We are incredibly proud to announce 10bet as the official naming rights partner of Ellis Park Stadium,” adding, “This is more than a naming rights agreement; it is the start of an exciting journey with a stadium that has played such a powerful role in South African sport.”
Ellis Park Stadium Managing Director Pieter Burger said the deal marks “a fresh and exciting chapter for the stadium,” adding: “We are delighted to welcome 10bet into the Ellis Park family as our official naming rights partner.”
10bet brand ambassador and former Springbok Butch James said: “Ellis Park has always been one of the most iconic stadiums in world rugby, and it’s fantastic to see 10bet committing to such a significant partnership.”
The parties said the partnership will focus on improving the matchday experience and, “in partnership with the relevant stakeholders,” supporting the inner-city project around the stadium precinct.
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Africa
PopOK Gaming sponsors Botswana’s TT Cup Challenge horse racing event
Organisers say the annual community race drew more than 3,500 spectators, with Botswana Gambling Authority and the Ministry of Sport and Arts involved.
PopOK Gaming has sponsored Botswana’s annual TT Cup Challenge Horse Racing Event, backing the community race as it drew what organisers described as its biggest crowd to date.
The company said this year’s TT Cup Challenge attracted more than 3,500 spectators from neighbouring villages. The event is positioned as a community sports fixture celebrating Botswana’s horse racing tradition.
PopOK Gaming said it worked alongside long-standing partners including the Botswana Gambling Authority and the Ministry of Sport and Arts, and with TT Cup founder Mr. Tymon and other sponsors, to support delivery of the event.
The company also used the event for stakeholder engagement, saying its team met with Mr. Kemorwale, CEO of the Botswana Gambling Authority, and the Hon. Minister of Sport and Arts, Jacob Kelebeng. PopOK Gaming said discussions covered the future of Botswana’s gaming sector, industry development, and opportunities for collaboration.
PopOK Gaming said the sponsorship forms part of its wider strategy to build partnerships in regulated markets while supporting community engagement and responsible industry development.
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Africa
SpringbokCasino ties July free spins to ‘Minions in the Wild’ campaign
SpringbokCasino.co.za has launched a July promotion offering players 25 free spins on SpinLogic slot title Seahorse Surge, using coupon code MINIONS. The operator said the offer is valid throughout July on its South Africa-facing site.
The campaign is positioned around a “Minions in the Wild – Nature’s Greatest Helpers” theme, timed to coincide with the release window of a new Minions film. SpringbokCasino’s creative frames the promotion through five animal “archetypes” — meerkats, hyenas, dassies, warthogs and elephants — as analogies for different styles of play.
“Every ecosystem needs its helpers, and every winning session needs the right mix of patience, timing, and a little bit of glorious chaos,” said Daniel Van Wyke, Casino Manager at SpringbokCasino. “This July, we celebrate South Africa’s wildest ‘Minions’—and give our players 25 free spins to cause some fun trouble of their own.”
SpringbokCasino described Seahorse Surge as featuring “cascading wins and rising multipliers.”
The press release also links to a video version of the story hosted at https://lyceum.video/casinonews/260701/260701.mp4.
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