QTech Games, the leading games distributor across all emerging markets, has won the “Online Casino Provider of the Year” award this week at the 9th Annual Sports Betting East Africa (SBEA+) 2024 Summit in Kampala, Uganda, fending off strong competition from other leading lights, such as BetConstruct, SA Gaming and DST Gaming.

These SBEA+ Eventus Awards have long recognised excellence and advancements in the East African iGaming and sports betting sector. The award is perennially given to the best overall online casino provider in the African space.

QTech Games’ CEO, Philip Doftvik, said: “It’s another welcome validation for QTech Games and our diligent team to have bagged this cornerstone award for the best digital casino provider in East Africa. I’m glad to see that our brand and its broad product portfolio are gaining traction across even more growing, and previously under-served, gaming markets.

“After a great show in Kampala, we look forward to building on our work in Africa at the SBWA+ Summit and Awards show in Accra, Ghana, in August. Africa remains one of the breakout emerging markets rich with possibilities with which to foster our international expansion!

“Moreover, this award demonstrates how our concerted effort, focusing on the African market, has paid off. I’m very excited about our upcoming launch of our new innovative QTech Hybrid product, seamlessly marrying online and offline. This innovation is another sign of our commitment to the region in developing products that have a high local demand. Get in touch to find out more!”

QTech Hybrid

QTech Hybrid will next be showcased at the upcoming SBWA+ event in Ghana in August, where QTech Games will be present with a flagship stand. QTech Hybrid offers a retail solution that can be transferred to your phone, so that the customer can continue playing after leaving the premises or betting shop. QTech Hybrid allows players to access the full game library of QTech Games, while the retail solution also contains a state-of-the-art Agent Management System.

Expanse Studios, iGaming development studio and part of the Golden Matrix Group (NASDAQ: GMGI) is thrilled to announce a new strategic partnership with Betika, Kenya’s leading online gaming company.

This collaboration, facilitated by our alliance with Casimba Casino, will further increase Expanse Studios’ iGaming experience across Africa, tapping into Betika’s extensive operations.

This partnership will transform the iGaming landscape in Kenya by delivering Expanse Studios’ diverse portfolio directly to Kenyan iGaming enthusiasts, who will now have access to Expanse’s top-tier slot games, innovative crash games, classic card games, and our uniquely gamified turn-based strategy games.

Damjan Stamenkovic, CEO of Expanse Studios, expressed excitement about this new venture, stating, “Partnering with Betika not only expands our footprint in the vibrant and rapidly growing African iGaming market but also aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver superior gaming product through constant innovation.”

Kenya’s iGaming Market: A Hub of Growth and Opportunity

According to Statista, Kenya’s iGaming market is poised for substantial growth, with online gambling revenues expected to hit €92.44m in 2024 and forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 6.25%, reaching approximately €117.80m by 2028. The online casinos segment alone is anticipated to generate €51.60m in 2024, demonstrating significant market potential.

Moreover, Kenya is distinguished by its high internet penetration rate of 40.8%, predominantly mobile, which enhances access to online gaming platforms. With an expected user base of 366.0k by 2028 and a robust projected ARPU of €312.60, the partnership strategically positions Expanse Studios to tap into this burgeoning market.

Kenya’s vibrant gambling market ranks third in Sub-Saharan Africa and is notable for its youthful demographic. Young Kenyans are increasingly engaged in online gambling, spending significantly more than their counterparts in other African nations.

Partnership Tailored for a Young, Tech-Savvy Audience

By aligning with Betika, Expanse Studios not only capitalizes on Kenya’s dynamic market conditions but also ensures that its innovative gaming solutions are ideally positioned to meet the demands of a diverse and growing player base. This strategic initiative underscores our commitment to expanding our global footprint while enhancing shareholder value through targeted market penetration and sustained growth in emerging iGaming landscapes.

About Betika

Betika is Kenya’s foremost sports betting platform and a Pan-African leader in gaming. It offers an extensive array of products, including sports betting, casino games, virtual games, and e-sports betting. Betika is committed to responsible gaming and aims to positively impact communities through technology and innovation and their vision is to be the leading Pan African sports betting and gaming brand.

About Expanse Studios

Founded in 2017, Expanse Studios is already a trailblazer in the online gaming industry. With a relentless focus on innovation, Expanse merges old-school motifs with state-of-the-art design in iGaming, captivating soundtracks, and immersive animations. The studio has developed an impressive array of more than 50 games, all tailored to offer a seamless mobile-first experience. Their strategic partnerships span across various operators and aggregators, making their games available in over 20 of the most widely spoken languages, catering to a diverse global audience. Expanse Studios is part of the Golden Matrix Group (Nasdaq: GMGI).