Regulatory Body Holds Compliance Discussion with Sector Operators
In a recent in-person session with licensed gaming operators at the Mestil Hotel, the National Lottery and Gaming Regulation Board (NLGRB) unveiled significant developments in its operations.
Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager Richard Muteesaasira Kavuma presented a technical analysis of information security and data transmission patterns, emphasising the importance of adhering to regulatory requirements for improved performance and rigorous remote monitoring.
The NLGRB announced that its headquarters will be moving to Luthuli House in Bugolobi. This relocation was officially announced during the stakeholder engagement and aims to strengthen the Board's presence in the capital. In addition, regional offices will open in Gulu, Mbale, and Jinja by the end of July 2025. This expansion is designed to enhance the Board's reach and engagement with stakeholders across different regions.
Aloysius Mugasa Adyeri, President of the NLGRB, highlighted four priority areas for the Board: compliance with the Lotteries and Gaming Act (Cap 334) and its complementary regulations, anti-money laundering requirements, licensing and operational standards, and integration with the National Central Electronic Monitoring System (NCEMS).
The Board views compliance not just as a legal obligation but as foundational for building a credible and sustainable gaming industry. Full compliance boosts public confidence, increases government revenue, and protects vulnerable groups, especially youth.
Operators committed to sharing anonymous player data with the regulatory authority to enable the development of evidence-based public policies. This decision was welcomed by many participants who emphasised that a representative body can facilitate dialogue with the government and foster voluntary good practice programs.
David Kyilonde, representing the operators, announced the formation of an association to support the NLGRB in fulfilling its regulatory mission. Kyilonde will act as the new entity's secretary-general.
The meeting's focus was not only on identifying compliance failures but also on finding practical solutions. The event was attended by CEOs, legal advisors, and technical managers, who engaged in constructive discussions to address compliance issues.
The latest updates on the National Lottery and Gaming Regulation Board (NLGRB) include these significant developments in its headquarters relocation, regional expansion, and compliance priorities. These moves are expected to strengthen the Board's regulatory role and foster a more collaborative and sustainable gaming industry.
[1] Source: In-person session with licensed gaming operators at the Mestil Hotel, date unspecified.
The National Lottery and Gaming Regulation Board (NLGRB), in discussing their new compliance priorities, has emphasized the importance of focusing on licensing and operational standards, which fall under the realm of business and finance. The relocation of their headquarters to Luthuli House in Bugolobi and the opening of regional offices in Gulu, Mbale, and Jinja by July 2025 aim to bolster the Board's presence and reach in various regions of the business sector, contributing to a more collaborative and sustainable gaming industry.
