Emfuleni Resorts, the owner of the Boardwalk Casino, said that it would be launching a high court action today aimed to set aside the decision by the Eastern Cape Gambling and Betting Board (ECGBB) to authorise bingo licences within the Boardwalk's casino catchment area. In 2010, Emfuleni Resorts received an extension of the Boardwalk's casino licence to 2025 based on its commitment to invest R1-billion in the complex. The significant commitment was made based on the fact that the casino licence … [Read more...] about Court action launched against Electronic Bingo Terminals
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Don’t cross the line: bringing the message to the masses
The gambling industry is often associated with glamour, high rollers, opulent settings and the trappings of wealth. But there is an unintended danger, a side where people become addicted to the thrill, and have to dispose personal belongings including homes and cars to feed the addiction. Few realise the extent of gambling addiction within South Africa, and it’s those living in developing communities that need the help the most, but are the hardest to reach. This is why the Eastern Cape … [Read more...] about Don’t cross the line: bringing the message to the masses
Eastern Cape 2013/14 gross gaming revenue (GGR) grows to R1.5 billion
The Eastern Cape is now, after Gauteng, the second fastest growing gambling market in South Africa. Zwane says the growth of the industry also places a responsibility on the industry to promote responsible gambling practices particularly over the festive period. Gambling regulator, the Eastern Cape Gambling and Betting Board (ECGBB) says total provincial gross gaming revenue (GGR) has grown from R931.9 million in the last five years to R1.5 billion in the 2013/14 financial year. … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape 2013/14 gross gaming revenue (GGR) grows to R1.5 billion
Call Mabutho Zwane to give the Boardwalk a bit of Competition
If you have ever fancied becoming an Eastern Cape gambling operator and giving our local casinos a run for their money by launching a business with the potential turnover of R1-billion over 15 years then listen hard. The Eastern Cape Gambling and Betting Board (ECGBB) is calling for applications for two Route Operator licences to operate Limited Payout Machines (LPMs) throughout the province from next year. Since being introduced several years ago, the 2c, 5c and 10c limited payout … [Read more...] about Call Mabutho Zwane to give the Boardwalk a bit of Competition
Mabutho Zwane – a Survivor
I have often wondered how many people actually do follow up on the merits or veracity of accusations against someone that are leaked to the media. We like to think that everyone, including ourselves, is entirely innocent of any wrongdoing. Let's face it, headlines like; "East Cape Gambling Board Saga", "East Cape's Gambling Scandal" or even "CEO Hides Relationship with subordinate" certainly sell more newspapers than headlines that read; "Sorry ECGBB", "CEO Aquitted" or "Bugger I was wrong to … [Read more...] about Mabutho Zwane – a Survivor
