Africa: How Football, Smartphones and Mobile Money Drive Youth Sports Betting in Africa

Africa: How Football, Smartphones and Mobile Money Drive Youth Sports Betting in Africa

Analysis - Africa is a multi-billion dollar market for gambling, with a growing number of young people using smartphones to place bets, particularly on football matches. The issue is often framed in terms of addictive behaviour, but that doesn't provide a full picture.

How football, smartphones and mobile money drive youth sports betting in Africa

Africa is a multi-billion dollar market for gambling, with a growing number of young people using smartphones to place bets, particularly on football matches. The issue is often framed in terms of addictive behaviour, but that doesn’t provide a full picture. Franklin Glozah was part of a team of public health researchers who examined existing research across sub-Saharan Africa, identified gaps and proposed a more comprehensive approach to unders…

Africa Youth Sports Betting Driven by Football and Mobile Money

Sports betting is growing rapidly among young people across Africa, fueled by the continent’s strong football culture, expanding smartphone ownership, and th...

Sports betting surge among African youth raises health and regulatory concerns

A study shows rapid growth in mobile sports betting across Africa, with 64% of Kenyan youth reporting football wagers, prompting calls for stronger regulation and youth support.