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The increased penetration of cell phones on the African continent led to the higher popularity of both mobile gaming and gambling. And since the beginning of the pandemic, people started spending even more time on their smartphones, looking for new ways to have fun.
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Greater Access to Mobile Devices in Africa…
The expansion of cell phone accessibility is skyrocketing in Africa, especially in the Sub-Saharan region which is considered one of the fastest-growing markets in the world. By 2025, it is expected that 84% of the population will have a cell phone.
Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal are some of the countries with the highest use of mobile devices. This all led to changes in higher demands for mobile games and apps of every kind.
…Let to The Rise of Mobile Gaming and Gambling
In the last two years, people all over the world were forced to start spending more time at home, which led them to start finding new forms of home entertainment. It is projected that the global smartphone gaming market will rise above the revenue of $116 billion by 2024. As people started using their smartphones more than before, game apps and online gambling found their way to the homes of many Africans.
The growth of such forms of entertainment was supported by the fact that Africa is the only area in the world where the young population is expected to grow, which creates a possible customer base of at least 200 million players (just imagine the potential!).
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Regional Market Leaders in Mobile Gaming
In the end, it’s worth mentioning which countries have the highest demand for mobile gaming and gambling due to the increased penetration of cellular devices:
Kenya
The penetration rate of cell phones in Kenya stands at an incredible 91%. Not only that the people in Kenya are active users of mobile devices, but the majority of them use some quite advanced options. Namely, 79% of basic phone users and 88% of smartphone owners reported that they used the devices to either send or receive money.
Moreover, at least 30% of Kenya’s cell phone users own more than just one SIM card. The high purchase rate of mobile devices was significantly boosted by the rise in popularity of social media since 8.3 million people in Kenya are active on social media networks.
Kenya and Nigeria have the same proportions of gamers that pay for the games they play, which is 32%.
Kenyans are also great fans of gambling and the country holds 30 land-based casino venues. The people of Kenya also enjoy sports betting, and according to Google, around 11 out of 20 searches in the country in 2019 were related to betting.
South Africa
A total of 80% of the South African population owns a smartphone, which translates to somewhere between 20 and 22 million people. In addition to that, the number of smartphone owners is expected to grow by more than 5 million by the year 2023.
There are currently approximately 24 million gamers in South Africa, which is the highest number in the region. The proportion of users that pay for the games they play is also the highest in South Africa, standing at 43%. In 2021, South African consumers spent $290 million within the market. The players in the country spend more than four hours on their devices.
Nigeria
A large indicator of the market’s growth in Nigeria is the Information and Communications Technology sector that grew from just 1% in 2017 and achieved a growth rate of 9.7% in the following year, becoming the second-fastest-growing sector in the country. In 2018, the sub-sector of digital telecommunications contributed 7.4% to Nigeria’s total GDP, which is a significant increase compared to 5.5% in 2017.
At the moment, 44% of the country’s consumers use 3G technology, while 4% of them use 4G. A total of 23% of Nigeria’s population engage in gaming using their phones, and 32% of them are paying real money for that kind of entertainment.
Africa is heading towards an exciting future for fans of online gambling. The number of smartphone users is constantly on the rise, and players are faced with interesting new mobile betting platforms such as Springbok and many others.
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been drawn in Group C with Egypt, Zambia and Malawi for the defence of their Women’s’ Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in March, which will be hosted again in Morocco.
Last year, the Nigerian team won the record 10th tournament after defeating the host nation, Morocco, 3-2 in a spectacular final after going down 2-0.
The 2026 edition will be played in Morocco from March 17-April 3, eight months after the last tournament.
The last edition slated for 2024 was postponed by a year for logistical reasons as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) could not get interested hosts.
The next edition which will be the 14th edition and Nigeria will be hoping to win the women’s tournament for the 11th time.
Nigeria’s dominance is only rivalled by Equatorial Guinea which won as hosts of the 2008 and 2012 editions. South Africa won the 2022 edition to become the third African nation to ever win the tournament.
The next edition carries added importance because it serves as qualifying for next year’s Women’s World Cup, with the top four finishers taking up Africa’s slots in the global tournament to be hosted by Brazil.
GROUPS
Group A (Rabat Moulay Hassan Stadium): Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya,
Group B (Rabat Al Madina Stadium): South Africa, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Tanzania
Group C (Casablanca): Nigeria, Zambia, Egypt, Malawi
Group D (Fes): Ghana, Cameroon, Mali, Cape Verde.
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Chairman of BUA Group, Mr Abdul Samad Rabiu, has reaffirmed his commitment to reward the Super Eagles with the promised $500,000 despite losing the semi-final match against Morocco in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian senior national football team lost the tie against Morocco 4-2 on penalties after both sides failed to break the deadlock after 120 minutes.
In a post on his official Instagram on Thursday, the billionaire industrialist commended the football team for their determination and unity throughout the competition.
Mr Rabiu said the players displayed admirable grit and commitment on the field, adding that although the trophy eluded them, their performance inspired pride and admiration among Nigerians at home and abroad.
“To our brave Super Eagles, You fought with your hearts, gave your all, and showed true courage and determination on the pitch. Though it wasn’t meant to be this time, you have made every Nigerian proud.
“Sometimes, even our best efforts don’t bring the outcome we hope for, but the spirit, passion, and unity you displayed are what truly matter. You left everything on the field, and that is worthy of celebration.
“As a token of appreciation for your remarkable journey and effort, I am still going ahead to fulfill the pledge of $500,000. This is in recognition of your hard work, dedication, and the joy you have brought to our nation.
“Keep your heads high, Super Eagles – the experience, lessons, and spirit will fuel even greater success next time. Nigeria will always be proud of you, and we believe in your future victories!” the statement read.
Nigeria failed to advance to the final of the 2025 AFCON yesterday after losing to Morocco’s Atlas Lions in a tense penalty shootout, a result that sent the North African side through to the final.
Moroccan goalkeeper, Yacine Bounou saved kicks from both Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi, allowing Youssef En-Nesyri to convert the winning kick and spark wild celebrations inside the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Nigeria will play Egypt in the bronze medal match on Sunday, January 18 while Morocco will face 2021 winners, Senegal for the chance to win the trophy for the first time in 50 years.
Midweek football delivers decisive moments across three competitions as the Carabao Cup reaches the semi-final in England, Serie A’s title contenders play their games in hand, and the Africa Cup of Nations narrows down to its final two. Fans can follow every fixture live on SuperSport across DStv and GOtv.
Carabao Cup: Semi-Final Second Legs Decide Wembley Places
The Carabao Cup semi-finals conclude with two heavyweight fixtures as clubs push for a place in the final at Wembley.
On Tuesday at 9:00 p.m., Newcastle host Man City at St James’ Park. Newcastle enter the second leg as defending Carabao Cup champions and come into the tie in strong domestic form, having recorded three straight league wins and progressed in the FA Cup after a penalty shootout victory over Bournemouth.
City arrive after a heavy FA Cup win against Exeter City but are still searching for consistency in the league following a run of draws. Both sides have navigated the competition efficiently so far, setting up a finely balanced contest.
Wednesday’s second semi-final sees Chelsea host Arsenal at 9:00 p.m. Chelsea begin the second leg under new manager Liam Rosenior after a convincing FA Cup victory over Charlton, though league form has been less consistent following a recent defeat to Fulham.
Arsenal, meanwhile, arrive as Premier League leaders and remain active in all major competitions this season. Their FA Cup win over Portsmouth maintained momentum as they look to secure a return to Wembley.
Both Carabao Cup semi-final matches air live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).
Serie A: Games in Hand Shape the Title Race
Serie A’s midweek programme features three fixtures involving clubs playing their game in hand, with implications at both ends of the table.
On Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., Napoli host Parma. Napoli were held to a draw by Inter Milan in their previous outing and sit fourth, level on points with Juventus. With other contenders also in action, a win could lift them further up the standings. Parma arrive after a narrow victory over Lecce and continue to look upward from mid-table.
Later on Wednesday at 8:45 p.m., leaders Inter Milan face Lecce at the San Siro. Inter saw their winning run halted by Napoli but remain three points clear at the top. Lecce arrive having suffered consecutive defeats and will be aiming to secure a positive result in a difficult away fixture.
Thursday’s action concludes at 8:45 p.m. as AC Milan travel to face Como. Milan sit second but have been held to back-to-back draws and will be seeking a return to winning form. Como, coached by Cesc Fàbregas, have impressed this season and sit sixth, boasting one of the league’s strongest defensive records.
All Serie A fixtures are broadcast live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208).
AFCON 2025: Semi-Finals Decide Finalists
The Africa Cup of Nations reaches its penultimate stage with two semi-final clashes scheduled for Wednesday.
Senegal face Egypt at 6:00 p.m. in Tangier in a renewal of a recent AFCON rivalry. Senegal, winners of the 2021 edition, have progressed with control and balance, while Egypt have relied on resilience and decisive moments in the knockout rounds. The matchup once again brings together key figures from both sides as a place in the final is at stake.
Later at 9:00 p.m., Nigeria meet hosts Morocco in Rabat. Nigeria advanced after a disciplined quarter-final performance, while Morocco continue to combine defensive organisation with efficiency in attack. With home support behind them, Morocco face a Nigerian side that has shown attacking consistency throughout the tournament.
Both AFCON semi-finals air live on SS AFCON (GOtv Ch. 59, DStv Ch. 202).
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