Author: Don Mabona
For most people, South Africa is the gambling Mecca of continental Africa. It is because the country’s eGaming landscape is the fastest evolving in the world’s second-largest continent. However, online gambling in this part of the world is under-exploited, partly because of stringent legal measures often imposed on eGaming operators. Despite these challenges, internet gamblers in South Africa enjoy gambling liberties that you won’t find anywhere else in Africa. This article reviews some interesting facts about the online gambling landscape in South Africa that every gambler and stakeholder in the industry should know. And if you want to test a…
Africa is the second-largest continent with the domination of young people under 25, so its potential of creating the largest iGaming market in the world is really huge. Currently, there are two African countries where gambling is flourishing including South Africa and Egypt. However, there are many factors that contribute to the growth and development of this sphere all around the continent and you can already see great progress in this direction. Let’s get a little deeper into this topic and analyze it from the inside. Factors that contribute to the development of the Africa iGaming market The potential of…
The popularity of online casinos has greatly increased today because of their numerous advantages. You get to gamble any time, at any place, because you can always use your mobile device. As opposed to physical casinos, online casinos can offer a number of games that one can stake on. It is vital that you are very careful when choosing a casino to sign up with. Choosing the best online casino may not be simple, but if you follow the guidelines we have provided below, you can find the best online casino on the market. Always Look For a License One…
After the recent crash in the price of bitcoin, crypto traders and investors in South Africa and other parts of the world have been looking for ways to protect their portfolios and make some gains despite the dip. While the price crash could be a nightmare for most traders, there are ways you can take advantage of the price fall to make some profit. Making profits isn’t limited to the bullish market, you can also make and withdraw some profit from bitcoin in South Africa when the price tanks. Below are some ways you can profit from crypto in South…
Whether you’re new to forex trading and still trying to figure things out before getting started, or you’re ready to dive in and give it a try, knowing a few strategies and tips to make the most of your investments is wise. If you know how to make moves that will increase your profits while reducing the risk of losses, you’ll be able to make more and more money, regardless of how much you invest and how much time you spend trading. So, to help you get started, we’ve compiled the forex trading tips below. Carefully Choose the Platform You’ll…
IGaming giant SoftSwiss has recently announced that their Sportsbook software, a sport betting platform, is now accessible to third party clients, PowerSport, a brand of PowerCasino. The integration will now provide PowerSport players with sports betting experience in which players have a choice from thousands of live sporting events, with 70 types of sports on offer. Players can choose from 1200+ betting markets giving PowerSport players a truly extensive and exciting new sportsbook experience as they continue to build on their success within the industry. SoftSwiss completed the Sportsbook platform in June 2021 with an API integration ready for PowerSport…
The delta variant of the COVID-19 virus looms large, and in response, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the re-imposition of a strict lockdown on Sunday which will stay in effect at least until 11th July. In an effort to thwart the seemingly inevitable third wave, a level 4 lockdown will be observed, entailing a ban on all indoor and outdoor gatherings except for funerals. Land-based casinos that were previously operating under various restrictions in terms of capacity and timings will now have no option but to fully shut shop. As people are forced to stay home, millions will turn…
Over the course of the last year, online casinos have exploded in popularity. According to one recently published industry report, the global online gambling market reached a new all-time high of $57.11bn, and is expected to reach a staggering $97.69bn by 2025 — which represents a compounding annual growth rate of 11.31%. This level of growth certainly seems to be reflected in the South African gaming market, with online casinos based here having had a bumper year in terms of total revenue and new user sign-ups. Although South Africa was somewhat late to the game in terms of the availability…
Productivity at a manufacturing facility has a huge effect on profitability. The more production you’re able to do over the course of one day, the more money you’ll make. This is easier said than done as it requires a lot of careful planning and investing in both new equipment and your employees. If you’re looking for ways to improve your manufacturing productivity, here are some steps that you should consider taking. Employee Training Invest in your employees and you will greatly increase your profits. You shouldn’t expect your workers to learn new skills and utilize them at the workplace by…
In the 1940s at the height of World War II, with a shortage of materials available, substitute components were sought out, often at a cost-saving. Quality was sacrificed for survival, ironically, at all costs. American engineers at General Electric were called upon to address the challenges, crafting the concept of modern-day value engineering. Today, the system is still employed by those at the project design stage looking to improve efficiency while decreasing operating costs. The problem many companies face when trying to implement the method, is that a hyper-focus on cost-savings invariably leads to a decrease in quality. With value…
Certain digital currencies are already at peak popularity among users from all corners of the world, this is actually what’s happening with Bitcoin, the world’s first cryptocurrency launched in 2009. However, the smell of business has reached more investors who invented other digital currencies following the lead of Bitcoin’s creator(s). So, we can find today a pretty abundant number of cryptocurrencies. Many people consider cryptocurrencies an alternative means of investment. Why is that possible? Simply because cryptocurrencies are easy to access and you don’t need that much to get started. But there are also hidden dangers over the corner that…
The birth of their child is one of the most important and memorable moments of a parent’s life. After nine months of pregnancy, they anticipate that their baby would be delivered safely and in perfect health condition. But what if a problem during delivery arises and it can be the fault of the medical practitioner? How should this be handled legally? This is exactly what we want to shed light on, the seriousness of birth injuries and who should be called for legal assistance. Keep reading to know more. Birth Injuries and Medical Malpractice Birth injury is one type of…
It’s reasonable for you to want to secure your money and choose the greatest investing alternatives with caution. Despite the crisis, you might wonder if there are any investment possibilities in South Africa that you can take advantage of. Here are some potential investment opportunities to consider: Stock Markets Covid-19 has wreaked havoc on financial markets all around the world, including in South Africa. Last March, the JSE took a knock, losing as much as 20,000 points from its previous high of 57,000. Investors have the rare opportunity to trade with the best, thanks to eToro South Africa, arguably one of…
Founded in 2017 in China by Changpeng Zhao, who more commonly goes by CZ, Binance is the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world. It currently facilitates over $100 billion in trading volume every 24 hours. This is about five times more than Coinbase pro and 12 times more than Kraken. The platform offers traders the most trading options in the industry. You can find tons of different coins and even more trading pairs on Binance than you will on any other platform. What you won’t find is US dollars (USD). This makes the world’s most popular crypto exchange a little…
The increase in online shopping in South Africa presents an exciting growth opportunity for retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers, argues Deloitte in its latest report. The report titled Digital Commerce Acceleration: “Increased online purchases present new opportunities for digital commerce players” states there has been an uptake in online shopping due to the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, in South Africa and across the world. COVID-19 has challenged and shifted many of the barriers consumers have had to online shopping. The research indicates that it will become increasingly important to design offerings that solve specific consumer concerns and use consumer insights to…
Every month, millions of South Africans play at their favorite online gambling sites. There are scores of such sites that support the South African Rand (ZAR) currency, local banking options and South African-friendly online casino games. Throw into the mix the many different online casino bonuses available at these sites, and it becomes quite a mission to find the best South African casinos with the biggest no deposit sign-up bonuses. SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za took it upon itself to review the best sites available for the South African market. Its team looked closely at the sign-up bonuses – both free no deposit bonuses…
As per a recent research study, over the course of the next seven years, the global online gambling & betting market is projected to grow from its 2020-2021 valuation of around $74 billion to over $158 billion. Not only that, it is also estimated that by the time 2028 comes around, the online gambling industry will continue to expand at a CAGR of 11.4%. In this regard, thanks to all of the advances that have been made in the field of digital gaming and online remittance, an increasing number of gambling enthusiasts seem to be migrating to the use of…
Launched in 2019, Apex Legends quickly rose to prominence in the gaming world with players trooping in to feel out this battle royale’s new release. The characters you can use in this game are called legends and all possess special abilities. Although this game has some semblance with battle royale’s gameplay and controls, there is still a lot to learn when it comes to playing Apex Legends because it has its unique characters and weapons. While shooting and looting are still the main focus in the game, you will need a little more than that to progress. Tactics and strategy…
An option is a type of legal contract that gives the holder a right, but not an obligation, to carry out a certain pre-determined transaction with their counterpart at a pre-determined date or dates. Options belong to the group derivatives since they are based on an underlying asset. Example: A stock option gives the holder a right to buy (call option) or sell (put option) a certain number of shares for a pre-determined price. The options contract Examples of information that should be answered by the options contract: Is this a put option (right to sell) or a call option…
2021 didn’t get off to a good start for South African businesses. With months of lock-downs behind us and no foreseeable end to the restrictions for some time to come, business is taking a knock. While the pandemic poses a severe risk to the economy, there’s a far more urgent threat. In March of 2021, the embattled CEO of Eskom, Andre de Ruyter, said that load shedding would remain in effect for the next five years. This leaves businesses asking how they’re supposed to manage their operations with regular power cuts effectively. In this article, we’ll look at one potential…
Betting is one of the leisure activities that happen to be ancient. In the past, punters had to go to betting shops to place their bets. This is no longer necessary in the current decade since one can place their bet remotely through an online platform. Online betting came to life as a result of the ever-evolving technology. The betting industry had to evolve to keep up with the current trends to ensure the industry’s survival. With the sprouting of online betting came the famous debate whether online betting is better than offline betting. Of course, each form of betting…
Betway is one of the most popular betting sites or online casinos in the world. The company has been in the gambling market for more than ten years. While the company has seen a lot of success over recent years, its start in the market was not smooth. During its first years, the company suffered some significant losses due to issues like bad management and lack of solidified processes. These issues led to a lot of complaints from clients and negative reviews. However, the company has been able to beat its rocky start and become one of the world’s most…
South African online casino players will be happy to learn that they now have a new source for reliable and current information. The recently launched SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za has already created a buzz among local players, with more and more bookmarking this site for the latest news and info about the ever-changing South African online gambling industry. SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za features comprehensive reviews of every online casino in South Africa, as well as exclusive free online casino no deposit bonus negotiated especially for their visitors. The new South African Casino portal is managed by Michelle Williams, an industry veteran with more than 18 years…
Playtech, the world’s largest supplier of casino games and software, has had a good year on the stock market. In early April 2020, Playtech shares cost around £177 (approx. R3600). A year later, they are trading on the LSE at £444 per share. While it’s not quite Tesla levels of growth, it’s still an impressive set of gains for anyone investing in the online casino software developer. A similar story of stock rises can be seen with Playtech’s rivals, with NetEnt and IGT both seeing their share price more than double over the last year. There are various reasons for…
Skillz (SKLZ stock) was among the high-flying SPAC stocks in 2020. However, since their merger’s completion, their stock has been nearly 40% below its recent highs. As such, its current price is a good entry point for investors, as the company seems to have the potential to revolutionize video gaming apps' monetization. The company’s stock rose to about four times with Cathie Wood’s endorsement, only to start dropping recently. Fortunately, the long-term bull on their stock remains intact. That shows the company’s future is still intact despite the current volatility. SKLZ Stock and Gaming Skillz was created as a software…