Final countdown: SBEA+ Summit 2025 is just three weeks away!
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Count down begins for the 10th Annual East Africa's iGaming extravaganza - the Sports Betting East Africa+ Summit (SBEA+) - taking over Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from May 20-21, 2025.
Unite with bigwigs from the gaming industry, legal juggernauts, visionaries, and technological pioneers at the illustrious Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel on this thrilling two-day event packed with thought-provoking discussions.
Tanzania, nestled at the heart of East Africa, boasts a rich betting culture predating the official sportsbooks and casinos, paving the way for a vibrant land-based betting market and a burgeoning digital gaming ecosystem. With Dar es Salaam in the driver's seat of East Africa's iGaming evolution, it's the prime location to host this prestigious iGaming gathering.
In his opening remarks, Peter Mshikilwa Mukandi, President of the Esports Federation of Tanzania, emphasized,
"Esports transcends mere gaming, offering a wide bouquet of transferable skills: digital literacy, critical thinking, entrepreneurship, content creation, and opportunities extending beyond gaming itself."
Pointing to the growth of the esports sector, Peter emphasized the importance of equipping youth with resources, from talent development to sponsorship, infrastructure development, and youth engagement in marketing for the advancement of esports. He also underlined the vast investment opportunities that lie within East Africa's esports sector, with a surge in demand for gaming hubs, cafés, and training centers, particularly in underserved areas.
In addition, Peter highlighted the significance of locally creating games to reflect East African narratives, cultures, and languages, fostering a deeper connection with players.
Don't miss the SBEA+ Summit Eventus Awards Ceremony on May 20, 2025, where we'll celebrate the industry trailblazers who have left an indelible mark on the gaming world. Do you know someone pushing boundaries or leading the charge? Nominate them now! Nominations close on May 9, 2025. So, don't wait; submit yours soon!
As part of the pre-SBEA+ 2025 festivities, Eventus International has launched a five-part digital challenge. This competition invites industry professionals to share their insights on the future of gaming in the region. Each week, participants who offer smart and relevant responses stand a chance to win a complimentary ticket to the SBEA+ Summit.
Join our Telegram Community to take part! Share the weekly challenge on your feed or stories, tagging the official page, and submit your response in the comments section of the challenge post. We'll judge the submissions based on insightfulness, relevance, and strategic value.
The countdown to SBEA+ Summit 2025 is on, and spaces are filling fast! Secure your place among the thought leaders shaping East Africa's iGaming landscape. Register here.
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Enrichment Data:The 10th Annual Sports Betting East Africa+ Summit (SBEA+ 2025) in Dar es Salaam will explore emerging trends and challenges in East Africa's gaming industry, focusing on innovation, technology-driven growth, and regulatory adaptation:
- Exploring mobile-first strategies and localized mobile payment integrations
- Debating the potential of blockchain to enhance transparency, security, and trust in gaming operations
- Analyzing the ongoing quest for efficient payment solutions and financial inclusion
- Delving into navigating regulatory shifts and cross-border operational compliance
- Strategizing for player engagement through locally created content and gamification.
- The upcoming Sports Betting East Africa+ Summit (SBEA+) in 2025, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, will spotlight trailblazers in the sportsbook industry, contributing to the vibrant iGaming landscape of East Africa.
- In the lead-up to SBEA+ 2025, industry professionals are encouraged to participate in a five-part digital challenge, sharing insights on gaming's future in the region for a chance to win complimentary summit tickets.
- As the Tanzanian President of the Esports Federation, Peter Mshikilwa Mukandi, highlighted at previous SBEA+ events, esports has the potential to provide multiple transferable skills for youth, nurturing them to vital roles within the burgeoning iGaming and esports sectors in Tanzania and East Africa by 2025.
- The 10th Annual SBEA+ Summit in Tanzania will delve into game-changing topics, such as mobile-first strategies, blockchain applications, payment solutions, regulatory adaptation, and player engagement through locally created content in the context of East Africa's gaming evolution by 2025.
