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888AFRICA becomes Official Sports Betting and Gaming Partner of S.L. Benfica for Mozambique and Angola

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Partnership with Portugal’s most successful football club will create new opportunities to introduce sports fans to 888AFRICA and create growth opportunities in Mozambique and Angola

888AFRICA, the leading Africa-focused betting and gaming business part-owned by evoke plc and which operates the 888bets and BetLion brands in Africa, is delighted to announce an agreement with S.L. Benfica,

Portugal’s most successful football club, to become the club’s Official Sports Betting and Gaming Partner for Mozambique and Angola.

As Official Sports Betting and Gaming Partner, 888bets branding will feature at all home matches played at the legendary Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica. In addition, 888AFRICA will also work with Benfica to create unique and engaging content for football fans and launch a series of competitions and giveaways – from signed shirts and footballs to match tickets.

As Benfica competes in the UEFA Champions League and aims to win its 39th Primeira Liga title, the partnership will create additional opportunities for fans to connect with their club and add an extra layer of entertainment to the season.

With a major footprint in Mozambique and Angola – two markets that have a strong cohort of Benfica fans – 888AFRICA’s partnership with Benfica will help raise awareness of its innovative and content rich offer as it looks to expand market share.

Founded in March 2022 as a joint venture with evoke plc, 888AFRICA’s ambition is to expand and be a market leader across selected African regulated online markets. Since its launch, the business has grown rapidly, having] recently hit three million first time depositors in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo through its strong and differentiated brands, 888bets and BetLion.

Christopher Coyne, CEO of 888AFRICA, commented: “Benfica is one of the world’s most prestigious football clubs with a particularly strong following in Portuguese- speaking countries in Africa and is the perfect partner for 888AFRICA.

In Mozambique and Angola – two key markets for us – Benfica is one of the best followed clubs and we are confident this partnership will unlock further growth opportunities for us. We look forward to creating unique and engaging Benfica-led content while introducing more fans in Africa to our market-leading betting and gaming propositions. We look forward to playing our role in supporting what will no doubt be another successful season for the club.”

Miguel Bento, Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer of SL Benfica Group, stated: “We are pleased to announce this partnership with 888 Africa, a prominent player in the betting industry across key markets like Mozambique and Angola. These regions represent an important part of our global strategy, as Benfica continues to expand its reach beyond Europe. This collaboration not only strengthens our presence in Africa but also brings us closer to our passionate fanbase there. We believe this partnership will offer exciting new opportunities for engagement in Africa, and we look forward to achieving great things together.”

 

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George Miller (Gyorgy Molnar) started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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Adventure Awaits in Boat Bonanza CrocoNile!

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Play’n GO takes players on an unforgettable expedition to Egypt’s legendary Nile in Boat Bonanza CrocoNile!, filled with thrills, spills, and crocodile chills!

Captain Jim and Jane Bonanza are here, sailing into the exotic and mysterious waters of the Nile. Legend speaks of untold treasures hidden beneath its waters, guarded fiercely by crocodiles and the ominous Curse of Sobek. Fans of the Bonanza series and Egyptian adventures will find plenty to love in this latest journey packed with intriguing gameplay and captivating storytelling.

Boat Bonanza CrocoNile! introduces players to heart-pounding gameplay across a vibrant 5-reel, 12-payline slot. Experience thrilling features like Croc Carnage, where crocodiles swim onto the reels upgrading Catch Symbols, and Sobek’s Rage, an intense Lock’n Spin feature with escalating multipliers up to x10. Instant Prize rewards and engaging random features such as Spear Shot and Depth Charge add layers of excitement and align with Play’n GO’s dedication to innovative gameplay.

Fans who enjoyed previous Boat Bonanza adventures or Egyptian-themed slots such as Legacy of Egypt and Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead will find Boat Bonanza CrocoNile! irresistible. The game masterfully blends adventurous exploration with exotic Egyptian mystique, reminiscent of previous successful Bonanza titles, ensuring it will resonate deeply with players.

George Olekszy, Head of Game Retention at Play’n GO, said:

“Boat Bonanza CrocoNile! encapsulates everything players loved about our Bonanza series, but elevates the excitement with thrilling new mechanics. We’re confident that the game’s adventurous theme and innovative features will keep players coming back for more.”

With its engaging narrative, action-packed gameplay, and visually stunning setting, Boat Bonanza CrocoNile! is poised to be an adventurous addition to any slot enthusiast’s favourites.

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WinSpirit Casino Earns AskGamblers Certificate of Trust

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WinSpirit is proud to announce that it has officially received the Certificate of Trust from AskGamblers—one of the most respected accolades an online casino can achieve. This certificate is awarded only to platforms that demonstrate exceptional standards in key areas such as fast payouts, high player ratings, and a strong commitment to responsible gambling. It reflects WinSpirit’s dedication to player satisfaction and further strengthens the brand’s reputation as a trustworthy, high-performing casino.

With this recognition, WinSpirit reaffirms its promise to players: that their funds and personal data are protected, their rights are upheld, and their experience is both fair and rewarding.

“Receiving the Certificate of Trust is not just a badge of honour – it reflects the daily effort we put into building a casino that players and partners can rely on” — says Kate Van Engelen, PR Manager at WinSpirit.

“It motivates us to continue setting the bar high in fairness, support, and transparency,” she added.

AskGamblers is an acclaimed casino affiliate website, renowned for offering players unbiased, accurate, and up-to-date information about online casinos. The AskGamblers Certificate of Trust now takes pride of place on the WinSpirit website, serving as a clear symbol of quality, reliability, and transparency.

With over 17,000 games, a wide range of payment methods, 24/7 customer support, and generous bonuses, WinSpirit continues to set the standard for excellence in online gaming.

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Mindway AI partners with BetComply to scale safer gambling support

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Mindway AI, the award-winning safer gambling software company, has enlisted the skill set of BetComply, iGaming’s most trusted technical and regulatory compliance firm, as it looks to further develop its product offering and support more operators.

The partnership will see BetComply’s Safer Gambling & Sustainability Specialist Jez White and his team advising Mindway AI on how its solutions can be best incorporated into operators’ safer gambling functions.

BetComply will also provide support on Mindway AI’s product roadmap and new business opportunities, with a focus on GameScanner, an advanced software solution that helps gambling operators boost player protection and intervene early to prevent at-risk gambling behaviour.

BetComply’s Safer Gambling & Sustainability Specialist Jez White said: “Mindway AI is at the cutting edge of safer gambling technology, and we’re excited to support their mission to raise the industry standard. Our goal is to help bridge the gap between innovation and implementation, ensuring operators can fully harness tools like GameScanner to deliver more effective, proactive player protection.”

Mindway AI’s CEO Rasmus Kjaergaard added: “We’re thrilled to be working with BetComply, where Jez and his team’s vast operational experience will be a huge asset as we continue delivering our award-winning software to more clients. We’re excited about what we can achieve together.”

In March, White joined BetComply as the firm’s first Safer Gambling & Sustainability Specialist, following more than eight years at Entain, where he served as Director of Player Protection Systems and Analytics.

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