Weekly Overview: Focus on the African gaming industry

This week Eventus International offers an overview of our gaming events in Africa.

SBWA+ (Sports Betting West Africa+) 2020 The 6th Annual Edition of SBWA+ is scheduled to be held from 19 to 20 August 2020 at the Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. Since the inaugural edition in 2015, SBWA+ has established itself as the most distinguished sports betting and gaming event on the African continent. SBWA+ 2020 is set to uphold its reputation for uniting local and international gaming and sports betting professionals to explore the unlimited opportunities West Africa has to offer. Delegates can expect expert insights from more than 40 speakers at the forefront of the industry covering the gambling tax framework in Nigeria, mobile gaming opportunities, developments shaping the future of gaming and sports betting in Africa, and much more. The Eventus International team is excited to introduce the latest exhibitor, Kili Virtuals, a brand of KiliGames. Kili Virtuals provides virtual games services according to the latest standards. They offer first-rate software solutions and unmatched customer service. We are looking forward to welcoming Kili Virtuals to SBWA+ 2020. To see what you can expect from this year’s SBWA+, click here https://youtu.be/4azEJ4hSKdc Register here https://www.sportsbettingevents.com/sbwa-rego-gatewaySBEA+ (Sports Betting East Africa+) 2020 SBEA+ is set to take place from 20 to 21 October 2020 at the Kampala Serena Hotel in Kampala, Uganda. SBEA+ has repeatedly proved to not only be a prominent gaming summit and exhibition but also a vital focus for East African operators, regulators and other industry game players. Each former edition of the summit has been marked by great success and SBEA+ 2020 will be no exception. Eventus International is pleased to announce the speakers confirmed to date:

• Aggrey Sayi, Country Marketing Manager, OdiBets
• Christina Thakor-Rankin, Principal Consultant, 1710 Gaming Ltd. (UK)
• Denis Kikonyogo, Head of Business Development, Champion Bet
• Devon Dalbock, General Manager, Gaming Labs
• Felix Mukaxe, Gambling Inspector, Mozambique Gambling Board
• Frank Harold, Business development Director / Member of the board, EMIRAT
• Isaac Imaka, Chairman, Responsible Gaming & Betting Operators Network
• James Mbalwe, DG, Gaming Board of Tanzania
• Jean Claude Mushimire, Services Industry Development Policy Officer, Ministry of Trade Industry and East African Community Affairs, Rwanda
• Kaleb Stanislav, Head of Gaming Operations, Betika
• Paul Corti Lakuma, Research Analyst, EPRC
• Tayo Atoloye, Country Manager, Panserve
• Zaheer Nathani, CEO, BestBet

Register here https://www.sportsbettingevents.com/sbea-rego-gatewayGEFA (Gaming Expo Francophone Africa) 2021 - announcing the new date GEFA will now take place from 19 to 20 August 2021 in Casablanca, Morocco. Set to unite African and European gaming and sportsbook industry professionals, the event will explore growth strategies and market development for the gaming sector in the Francophone African region. Join GEFA 2021 to discover current and future trends in the gaming industry as well as the latest in online and mobile sports betting innovation. Register here https://www.platform-infinity.com/gefaAnnouncing our Midyear June Special Receive a 10% discount on any online advertisement and sponsorship packages. Book by 19 June 2020 to qualify for this offer! Receive a 10% discount on any live event exhibition and sponsorship packages. Book packages for three or more of our upcoming live shows and receive a further 10% discount. To take advantage of this incredible offer, ensure to book your package by 15 June 2020!