Gambling Startups in Africa

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Gambling in Africa is on the rise, driven by increased smartphone penetration and a growing middle class. Local business leaders see it as a potential revenue stream, but concerns remain about addiction and the lack of regulation. Key players like Gron Digital are making waves, but the industry's long-term trajectory depends on responsible practices and government oversight.

Cummulative Funding

$1.2M+

Total # of Companies

3

Total Deal Count

1

Total M&A Count

0

Total # of Investors

0

List of Gambling startups in Africa

Add Startup
StartupOverviewLast roundTotal raisedFounded
1.

Gron Digital is a secure, transparent, auditable and fair Gaming Platform on the Blockchain.

Initial Coin Offering

$ 1,200,000

2017

2.

Betway is a leading provider of first-class entertainment across sports betting, casino, bingo, eSports and poker.

Undisclosed

Undisclosed

2006

3.

Bet9ja is the most recognized, trusted and respected sports betting brand across Nigeria.

Undisclosed

Undisclosed

2012

Founded

2017

Overview

Gron Digital is a secure, transparent, auditable and fair Gaming Platform on the Blockchain.

Last round

Initial Coin Offering

Total raised

$ 1,200,000

Employee

Betway

Founded

2006

Overview

Betway is a leading provider of first-class entertainment across sports betting, casino, bingo, eSports and poker.

Last round

Undisclosed

Total raised

$ 0

Employee

501-1,000

Bet9ja

Founded

2012

Overview

Bet9ja is the most recognized, trusted and respected sports betting brand across Nigeria.

Last round

Undisclosed

Total raised

$ 0

Employee

1,001-5,000

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