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Sh50 million capital, ID selfies among proposals as Kenya moves to rein in betting boom
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 16, 2025

BCLB Director Peter Mbugi said the Board is proposing a sharp increase in minimum capital for licensing, alongside stricter operational requirements,...

Digital creators push back on new gambling advertising guidelines
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

The content creators said the decision to ban influencers from gambling promotions was made without proper consultation.

Outdated laws, illegal sites threaten betting oversight despite Sh96.7bn revenue
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

While these numbers highlight the financial contribution of betting to the economy, the BCLB warned MPs that the fast-growing industry is difficult to...

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