The exit of a lottery operator exposes both the strain and the strength of a booming digital gambling industry Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The exit of ITHUBA Uganda Limited from the National Lottery business has…
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The exit of a lottery operator exposes both the strain and the strength of a booming digital gambling industry
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The exit of ITHUBA Uganda Limited from the National Lottery business has drawn fresh attention to the stability of Uganda’s fast-growing gaming industry, with the regulator stepping in to manage the transition and protect players, retailers and public revenues.
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) said ITHUBA stopped offering National Lottery games on June 30 and ceased trading on July 1 after informing authorities of financial and operational difficulties.
The development comes at a time when the sector has been reporting strong growth in tax contributions, underlining its rising importance to government revenue.
In a statement, the regulator said it was taking “all necessary regulatory and oversight measures” to ensure an orderly transition and safeguard stakeholders.
“The Operator’s cessation of operations does not relieve ITHUBA Uganda Limited of its obligations under the law, the National Lottery Licence, or the Concession Agreement,” NLGRB said.
It added that it was acting under its statutory mandate to ensure compliance while protecting government, players, prize claimants, retailers, employees and other affected parties.
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