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A jubilant 70-year-old is celebrating his newfound fortune after a stunning win of almost R50 million in the Powerball draw.

The National Lottery Ithuba couldn't contain their excitement when sharing the news of this elderly victor, who pocketed an astonishing R49,934,523 from the draw on 8th August. Making the purchase via the FNB banking platform, the winner made use of the Quick Pick option, placing a mere R15 bet.

By the close of August, an undisclosed venue will host an extensive 14-hour briefing about the intricacies of South Africa's revered national lottery. The attendees, likely to be in dozens, will have already parted with R55,000 for access to pivotal documents and a meticulously detailed "virtual data room". This knowledge reservoir will elucidate the lottery's financial dynamics - from the roots of independent ticket vendors to the pinnacle of cash payouts.

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The JSE-listed entertainment, casino and hospitality giant, Sun International, recently hosted a Women’s Month forum at its Sandton headquarters, where pressing issues facing gender empowerment and womanhood were addressed.

On August 2nd, female employees from Sun International’s central office were invited to the forum, which was titled “Rising Strong: Resilience and Reinvention”.

The important, and sometimes eye-opening, discussions were overseen by the CEO of Publicis Group Koo Govender, who is considered a trailblazer in South Africa’s corporate world. She kept the attendees enthralled with stories about her experiences as an executive, as mother, as a wife, as a widow and as a woman.

Durban – 11 August 2023: At an event held at the prestigious Moses Mabhida Stadium earlier today, Lamontville Golden Arrows announced a three-year sponsorship deal with 10bet South Africa, a global online sportsbook, and games operator, which will cover both the club’s main and reserve teams. The 10bet logo will proudly grace the front of shirt of the Golden Arrows home and away kits.

“As Lamontville Golden Arrows we are delighted to welcome on board our new sponsor, 10bet, to kick start the 2023-2024 season. We are proud to be associated with 10bet, a sponsor that believes in our vision, values and goals. This partnership will also give us an opportunity to engage with our football fans across the country. We are grateful to 10bet for entrusting our brand to carry their message and connect with our supporters throughout the country."

A proposal is on the table to relocate a casino to Somerset West, and community input is requested. Helderberg locals can voice their concerns or support for the Caledon Casino's shift, part of the Tsogo Sun Gambling Investments. Feedback deadline is 16:00 on 11th August.

The proposed spot is an urban region, previously part of Somerset West Golf Course. Earlier hints in 2018 from DistrictMail and Helderberg Gazette suggested a casino in Somerset West, transforming unused land for a casino, parking, and a 120-room hotel.

South Africa's biggest and most popular bookmaker, Hollywood Bets, is set to make this August an unforgettable one for South African casino enthusiasts. Introducing two thrilling promotions, Spina Zonke Jackpot Race and Spina Zonke Prize Drops, players have a chance to win their share of a staggering R4 million.

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The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) is taking active steps to combat corruption by committing to transparency. It announced that details of the Lottery grants paid out will be published on a quarterly basis. This shift from the annual publishing followed a request from the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Ebrahim Patel.

"Transparency, giving it light and oxygen, is the way to stop corruption," stated Commissioner Jody Scholtz, who was newly appointed earlier this year.

August 02, 2023, Johannesburg, South Africa (Press Release) – This month Springbok Casino explores the celestial wonders of the South African night sky. From the stunning Southern Cross to the radiant rings of the Milky Way, this month’s Stellar Stories feature opens our eyes to the cosmic ballet unfolding above us.

One of the most noticeable features that can be seen from South Africa’s southern latitude is the bright, cloudy band of the Milky Way. The distinctive Southern Cross constellation is a beacon for navigators that's so special, it adorns South Africa’s national flag! Then, there are the Magellanic Clouds, our closest galactic neighbours, visible only from the Southern Hemisphere. The annual Perseid meteor shower in August is an unforgettable spectacle.

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Johannesburg, 27 July – 10bet South Africa, a leading online sportsbook and games provider handed over soccer kits to eight teams who made it to the quarter and semi-finals of the Maimane Alfred Phiri (MAP) Games Soccer Tournament which took place in Alexandra township over the weekend. By sponsoring this esteemed event, 10bet SA aims to contribute to the growth of community-level sports and encourage community engagement and support.

In partnership with MAP Games, 10bet SA is dedicated to ensuring that the tournament can live up to its legendary legacy by providing the quarterfinalists with quality kits to compete at their best. The kits will provide comfort and durability to enable each kitted team to showcase their true performance on the field.

In a recent development, lottery betting company Lottoland SA has initiated legal action against internet heavyweight Google in South Africa's Competition Tribunal. The firm alleges that Google has unjustifiably barred it from utilising the latter's advertising service platform.

Lottoland, which is licensed for fixed-odds betting, accuses Google of both discontinuing its access to its advertising services without legitimate grounds and selectively targeting it while allowing other lottery companies to advertise freely. The South African branch of Lottoland is seeking an order compelling Google to restore access to its advertising platform, either for an interim period of six months or until the Competition Commission delivers its decision on the matter.

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The man considered to be one of the best football stars of all time, Michael Owen will be the new face of Sun International’s online betting platform, SunBet.

Michael Owen, who played for Liverpool, Manchester United and Team England, has signed an exclusive deal with the South African gambling icon. This is in part to mark SunBet’s thirteenth successful year in the South African betting arena.

In response load shedding, some of the country's leading online casinos have devised innovative strategies to keep their clients engaged and powered up. ZAR Casino and African Grand Casino have recently launched themed promotions that not only offer fun and games, but also a chance for their patrons to combat load shedding and move towards energy independence.

In an exhilarating development, South Africa’s renowned football team, Bafana Bafana, has enlisted 10bet as its official online casino and sportsbook partner.

The South African Football Association (SAFA), the governing body of football in South Africa and the regulator of the men's national team, recently confirmed a four-year partnership with 10bet. This groundbreaking deal sets the stage for the forthcoming regional tournaments, intensifying the fan engagement possibilities between the football community and 10bet.

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While Saturday’s Hollywoodbets Durban July was an unqualified success, with over 45,000 South Africans attending this iconic meeting, power outages – and a subsequent jockey protest - caused it to come to an anti-climatic end.

On Saturday night, Gold Circle issued a media release, apologizing for the inconvenience caused to racing fans, sponsors and stakeholders in the Durban July after the final three races on the cards were abandoned in protest of load shedding.

In the press release, Gold Circle wrote: “The unanticipated implementation of power outages was made contrary to arrangements with the City of Durban which ultimately led to the jockeys citing unsafe conditions as the reason for their refusal to ride.”

July 3, 2023, Johannesburg, South Africa (Press Release) – Zebras are undoubtedly one of the most recognizable animals on the planet. This month, South Africa’s Springbok Casino has published a special feature on these “donkeys in striped pajamas”. Until the end of July, the popular rand casino is giving everyone 25 free spins on its Tarot Destiny slot game.

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