2025

Press Release, Public Notice

LICENSED GAMING AND LOTTERY OPERATORS IN MALAWI

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MALAWI GAMING AND LOTTERIES AUTHORITYFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LICENSED GAMING AND LOTTERY OPERATORS IN MALAWI The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) is a parastatal body established under section 3 of the Gaming and Lotteries Act (No.32 Of 2022) to regulate the gaming and lotteries industry in Malawi.MAGLA has observed with concern that some Gaming operators are conducting business in Malawi without obtaining the required licence from MAGLA.In this regard, MAGLA informs the general public, stakeholders and players that the following operators are currently licensed: SPORTS BETTING OPERATORS CASINO OPERATORS WIDE AREA PROGRESSIVE GAMING OPERATORS NATIONAL LOTTERY OPERATORS UNSPECIFIED LOTTERY OPERATORS MAGLA strongly advises the public to desist from participating in unlicensed gaming and betting operations and to only engage with licensed operators. Unlicensed operators pose serious risks to players, including: Participation in unlicensed gaming and lottery activities is strictly at players’ own risk. Furthermore, MAGLA sternly warns all unlicensed operators that conducting gaming and lottery activities without a licence is illegal. Anyone found in breach of the law will face severe legal consequences in accordance with the Gaming and Lotteries Act.MAGLA remains committed to protecting the interest of Malawians and ensuring that all gaming and lottery activities are conducted in a fair, transparent and regulated environment.To ensure safety and compliance, players are encouraged to verify the licensing status of any operator through the following channels:Website: www.magla.org.mw Phone: +265 999 985 333 Toll-free line: 4252Email: magla@magla.org.mw +265 885 568 533

Responsible Gambling

MAGLA Responsible Gambling Awareness Campaign

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Gambling can be entertaining, but it also carries risks. ▪It is not a job or a source of income. ▪Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to gamble. ▪Never take loans or sell property to fund gambling. ▪Know your limits to prevent addiction or problem gambling. ▪street gaming (wachiona ndani) is strictly prohibited Our team is visiting trading centers across Malawi to raise awareness on responsible gambling. Join us in making a difference! Share this message with friends and family – together, we can fight gambling addiction.

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MAGLA Donates 20 Million Malawi Kwacha towards Mothers Day Fun Run (MFR)

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The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has added K5 million to its earlier pledge of K15 million, raising its support for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run (MFR) to K20 million as the initiative marks its 20th anniversary. MAGLA director general Rachel Mijiga said the increase was to honour Nation Publications Limited’s (NPL) two decades of work on safe motherhood. “We had committed K15 million, but looking at the significance of this year, we have decided to increase it to K20 million, one million for each year that NPL has run this campaign,” she said. Mijiga commended NPL for its role in improving maternal and neonatal health. “Maternal mortality has dropped from 634 per 100 000 live births ten years ago to 225 today, while infant mortality has fallen from 34 to 29.4 per 1 000 live births. This did not happen in a vacuum. NPL has been there, mobilising partners and informing people,” she said. She said resources raised through the Fun Run have provided hospitals with oxygen concentrators, delivery beds and suction machines. “These interventions have strengthened rural health centres and contributed to a reduction in complications and deaths,” she said. Receiving the donation, editor for The Nation newspaper Aubrey Mchulu thanked Magla for the continued support. “On behalf of NPL’s board, management and staff, we are grateful. This 20-year journey has touched countless lives and shown the power of partnerships in saving mothers and babies,” he said. MFR is NPL’s annual safe motherhood initiative that mobilises resources to equip health facilities with life-saving tools for mothers and babies during childbirth. This year the initiative targets Kasungu District Hospital and its satellite health centres.

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MAGLA Donates 20 Million Kwacha to Support IMM Annual Conference

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The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has contributed K20 million towards the Institute of Marketing in Malawi (IMM) Annual Conference, scheduled to take place from October 23 to 26 in Salima.Speaking on the donation, MAGLA Director General Rachel Mijiga said the support reflects the Authority’s secondary mandate of promoting tourism and enhancing the “Mother Malawi” national brand.“As MAGLA, our role is to promote the charm and beauty of Malawi,” said Mijiga. “The IMM Conference provides a perfect opportunity to showcase Malawi’s natural assets to the world.” The annual IMM conference attracts top marketing professionals, business leaders, and stakeholders from across Malawi and beyond, making it a prime platform for promoting the country’s rich tourism potential.IMM Vice President Twikale Chirwa expressed gratitude for MAGLA’s contribution and emphasized the institute’s commitment to national development through tourism marketing.“As marketers, we are duty-bound to give back to Malawi by selling the country’s tourism potential,” said Chirwa.This year’s conference promises to blend insightful marketing discussions with efforts to promote Malawi as a premier travel and investment destination.

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MAGLA PUMPS K30 MILLION INTO 2025 MOUNT MULANJE PORTER’S RACE

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The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) once again fueled the tempo of this year’s Mount Mulanje Porter’s Race held on Saturday through a K30 million support. MAGLA has always been a main partner at the event through it’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative that supports tourism, arts, cultural and sports development. This year’s Mount Mulanje Porter’s Race attracted a total of 145 athletes. The participants included 100 local male athletes, 25 female athletes, and 20 international runners. In the male category, Anthony Matias clinched first place after completing the 25-kilometre race in just 2 hours and 3 minutes, breaking a previous race record. Jafali Jossam secured second place, while Frank Kachenja came in third. In the female category, Doris Fisha emerged victorious, with Mphatso Khembo finishing second and Teleza Master taking third place. Director of Finance and Administration for the Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA), Dumbo Muwalo, took advantage of the gathering to share messages of responsible gambling with communities surrounding Mount Mulanje. “Mount Mulanje porter’s race attracts a lot of people of all ages, so we took this opportunity to highlight the issue of gambling to the community as amongst those that were here are youths, so this was an opportunity for us that they should be aware that gambling is not for everybody but those above the age of 18”, shared Muwalo. Minister of Tourism, Vera Kamtukule, graced the event and in her speech called on Malawians to take pride in the heritage and natural beauty of Mount Mulanje and to support efforts aimed at preserving its cultural and environmental significance. “We are happy for the classification we’ve received from UNESCO. Mount Mulanje is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and that is both a tremendous opportunity and a great achievement. The responsibility now lies with us, as Malawians, to preserve its conservation value and the cultural heritage it holds,” she said. The first-place winners in both male and female categories walked away with K1 million each, while the second-place finishers received K600,000, and third-place finishers took home K400,000.

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MAGLA Hosts Responsible Gambling Workshop in Salima

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The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) successfully held a Responsible Gambling Workshop from 23rd to 24th April in Salima, bringing together key stakeholders in the gaming and sports betting industry to promote responsible gambling practices across the sector. The workshop was attended by licensed gaming and sports betting operators from across the country, who were taken through intensive sessions focused on enforcing responsible gambling measures within their operations. The aim was to equip operators with the knowledge and tools needed to safeguard players and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. In his opening remarks, MAGLA Board Chairperson Mr. Fredrick Changaya emphasized that gambling should be regarded solely as a form of entertainment—not as a means to escape poverty. He cautioned against the misconception that gambling is a quick route to wealth, advocating instead for hard work as the foundation for personal and national development. Mr. Changaya also stressed the importance of collective responsibility among operators, families, and stakeholders to protect children and vulnerable individuals from the harmful effects of gambling, particularly its potential mental health impact. Mr. Madalitso Gongwa, Manager of Mini Monte Gaming Limited, echoed the Chairperson’s sentiments, underscoring that gambling should never be seen as a source of income. He commended MAGLA for organizing the timely workshop, noting that it would help address critical challenges facing the gaming industry. The workshop also featured experts from the South African Responsible Gaming Foundation, who shared best practices and regional insights on promoting responsible gambling. Through this initiative, MAGLA continues to demonstrate its commitment to fostering a safe and well-regulated gaming environment that protects consumers and supports sustainable industry growth. MAGLA’s Board Chairperson at the workshop

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MAGLA Strengthens Healthcare Environment at QECH’s Maternity Wing

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In our ongoing efforts to support maternal health, MAGLA has donated new curtains to the Chatinkha Maternity Wing at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital. This contribution seeks to enhance the ward’s environment, promoting better care for mothers and newborns. We recognize the vital role that a conducive healthcare setting plays in patient recovery and staff efficiency. MAGLA remains dedicated to initiatives that uplift our healthcare institutions and the communities they serve. Some of the curtains donated by MAGLA

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Stakeholders Oriented on New Gaming and Lotteries Regulations

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Stakeholders in the gaming and lotteries industry gathered in Mangochi from 10 to 12 March for a Gaming and Lotteries Regulations Sensitization Workshop organized by the Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA). The workshop aimed to raise awareness and promote compliance with newly gazetted regulations governing the sector. During the event, MAGLA Director General, Rachel Mijiga, emphasized the critical need for all operators to strictly adhere to the regulations, particularly those focused on protecting minors. She reiterated that children under the age of 18 are strictly prohibited from entering gambling premises or participating in any form of gambling activity. “This regulation is non-negotiable,” said Mijiga. “We are taking a firm stand against exposing children to gambling. Anyone found contravening this law will face serious consequences, including an individual fine of K20 million.” The sensitization workshop provided a platform for dialogue between the regulator and stakeholders, ensuring that all parties understand their responsibilities under the new regulatory framework. It also reinforced MAGLA’s commitment to creating a safer and more responsible gambling environment in Malawi. MAGLA’s Director General speaking at the workshop

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