Countdown to SBEA+ Summit 2025: Just 2 More Months to Go!
Countdown to the SBEA+ Summit 2025: A Gathering of East Africa's Gaming Pioneers
The East African gaming industry is gearing up for the upcoming 10th Annual Sports Betting East Africa+ (SBEA+) Summit, happening just two months from now. This highly influential event promises to shed light on the latest trends and opportunities within the gaming sector.
Interested parties still have time to secure their attendance, making it the perfect opportunity to connect with leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in the region.
A Bold Look into the Future
The upcoming SBEA+ Summit, set for May 20-21, 2025, at the Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel in Tanzania, will delve into the innovative strategies and technological advancements shaping the future of East Africa's gaming industry.
Discussions will revolve around strategic dialogues, cutting-edge solutions, and sharp insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of both land-based and online gaming. With technology taking center stage, expect a focus on how it can propel the region's gaming industry forward.
Powerhouse Speakers Unveiled
Some of the industry's brightest minds have been confirmed as speakers for the event, including:
- Arnold Karanja, Managing Partner, Mwenje & Karanja Co. Advocates
- Clive Muchoki, CEO, ProSport Africa
- Daniel Grabher, Founder & CEO, ComplyGuard
- Geoffrey Muindi, Director and Lead Consultant, Betworks Consulting Africa
- George Ategeka, Co-Founder and CEO, Livesport LTD
- Harrison Ehiaguina, CEO, Easy Technology Nigeria Limited
- John Kamau Kungu, Founder, Betconsult.africa
- Joshua Araali Nyakairu, Team Lead, Gamcare Initiative Uganda
- Julius Fadipe, Business Development Manager, Siru Mobile Nigeria
- Lorien Gamaroff, CEO, Centbee
- Lucy Vivi, Head of Legal & Compliance, Velex Group
- Nandi Mwiyombella, Head of Marketing and Communication, Bank of Africa Tanzania
- Peter Mshikilwa Mukandi, President, Esports Federation of Tanzania
- Simon Pepper, Chief Product Officer, Tola Mobile Ltd.
- Thomas Buckley Opar Owuor, Lawyer/Sports Betting Business Development Expert
- Timothy Kajja, Managing Partner, Fitim Advocates
- Tracy Joy Humplick, Head of Marketing and Communications, Sportpesa Tanzania
Two Days of Insightful Discussions
The event will span over two action-packed days. DAY ONE, slated for Tuesday, May 20, 2025, will include high-profile discussions, such as:
- Aligning Industry Goals with East Africa's Regulatory Evolution: Harmonising Industry Strategies with Regulatory Developments to Unlock Growth Potential while Ensuring Compliance and Integrity.
- Collaboration for Player Protection: How Governments, Operators, and Communities Can Work Together to Create an Ethical and Prosperous Betting Ecosystem.
- What's Next for Women in Gaming: A Closer Look at the Strides Made in Prioritising Women in Gaming and What's Needed to Keep the Momentum Going.
DAY TWO, scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, 2025, will feature a host of crucial panels and discussions, including:
- Beyond Speculation: Blockchain's Overdue Role in iGaming.
- Payment Solutions That Work: Addressing Payment Challenges and Opportunities in East Africa, Including Mobile Money and Alternative Payment Systems.
- Innovations in Player Engagement: Exploring the Latest and Most Effective Tools and Strategies to Enhance Customer Loyalty.
Secure Your Seat Today
Eventus International encourages those interested in attending the upcoming edition of the SBEA+ Summit 2025 to secure their spot sooner rather than later. More information can be found on the event's website here.
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Insights:
- The gaming industry in East Africa is about to come together for the 10th Annual Sports Betting East Africa+ (SBEA+) Summit, one of the most significant events in the region.
- The summit offers a unique platform for operators, regulators, manufacturers, payment providers, software developers, and other industry stakeholders to collaborate, share insights, and showcase innovations.
- The gathering will focus on key topics such as regulatory frameworks, blockchain, payment solutions, technological innovations, industry growth, and stakeholder engagement, making it essential for anyone involved in the region's sports betting and iGaming ecosystems.
- With Tanzania's advanced regulatory framework and government support, as well as its rich cultural engagement with betting, hosting the summit in Dar es Salaam underscores the country's leadership and the region's fast growth in both land-based and online betting markets.
The SBEA+ Summit, a gathering of East Africa's gaming pioneers, will delve into the future of sports betting in the region, discussing innovative strategies and technological advancements that will reshape the gaming industry. This influential event, happening in May 2025 at the Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel in Tanzania, features esteemed speakers from across the globe, including gaming industry leaders, sports betting experts, and technology innovators.
This two-day summit will host insightful discussions on a range of topics, such as alignment with East Africa's regulatory evolution, collaboration for player protection, the role of blockchain in iGaming, and innovations in player engagement. The summit provides an unexpected opportunity for operators, regulators, manufacturers, payment providers, software developers, and other stakeholders to collaborate and share insights in the sports betting and iGaming landscapes.
