GCI: Africa’s total online gambling gross gaming revenue rose to $23bn in 2025

Africa's online gambling industry is now worth an estimated $23 billion, but the biggest winners may not be African governments or licensed operators. A new report by Gaming Compliance International reveals that nearly four out of every five dollars wagered online across the continent is flowing to unregulated platforms, raising fresh concerns over tax losses, consumer protection and organised crime. Ismail Vali, President of the Gaming Compliance International says Without strategic market optimization, nations face massive deficits in local commerce, community tax revenues, and robust consumer safeguards.