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BiG Africa Summit is a South African event created by South Africans to celebrate and advance the iGaming industry in Africa.

by Zoran Ristic

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BiG Africa Summit 2024/Africa’s iGaming Conference & Expo

Launched in 2014, the BiG Africa Summit is a South African event made in South Africa by South Africans to celebrate the new South Africa. The summit is mandated to influence the legal remote gaming and betting landscape in South Africa and the African continent at large.

This year marked the 10th anniversary of the BiG Africa Summit, which was held from March 25 to 27 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The event brought together leading experts from the iGaming community across the globe and existing and new B2B C-Level delegates. They shared knowledge and expectations of the long-awaited remote gaming bill in South Africa.

In this article, we will discuss the BiG Africa Summit 2024 agenda, including the summit’s Big 5 Awards winners.

About the BiG Africa Summit

The BiG Africa Summit is a bedrock event in the Southern Africa iGaming industry. Its main aim is to unite all stakeholders in the African gaming landscape and provide them with a conducive exhibition floor to showcase their products and services.

The BiG Africa Summit also offers networking opportunities, allowing attendees to meet new and existing business partners and clients. It is also a good venue for sharing knowledge on the latest technology and gambling regulations across the African continent.

In short, the reasons why you should attend the BiG Africa Summit conferences are:

Gaining knowledge and insights from top industry leaders and experts.
Understanding Africa’s gaming climate
Discovering new gaming technology and innovation and payment and software solutions for your business
Maximizing a niche event aimed at C-level executives and a targeted audience
Meeting and networking with existing and potential industry peers

As we celebrate 10 years of unwavering support and dedication to community gaming, the GiG Africa Summit remains focused on leading the industry to success.

Main Agenda of the 2024 BiG Africa Summit

The BiG Africa Summit 2024 brought together leaders from the Southern African government and iGaming experts. They held meaningful discussions, workshops, and keynote presentations based on the following agendas:

Legal and Regulatory Frameworks

The main agenda item was the South Africa remote gaming bill. iGaming experts and government officials conducted an in-depth analysis of the bill, discussing the legislation framework and its implications for the African iGaming industry.

Market Opportunities

Gaming is about the community, which is the main consumer of the sports betting and online casino industry’s products and services. During the 2024 BiG Africa Summit, marketing experts provided well-analyzed insights into the market’s current state and future growth prospects.

Technological Innovations

Technology and innovation are driving the world, and iGaming is no exception. The summit provided a floor for attendees to explore the latest technologies, casino game themes and graphics, and payment software and how they are impacting the industry.

Networking Opportunities

BiG Africa Summit 2024 was not short on networking opportunities. There was ample time for attendees to connect with peers, create new partnerships, and strengthen existing relationships.

Key Speakers at the BiG Africa Summit 2024

The following experts and key figures had the privilege of sharing their vast knowledge and experience about the iGaming industry at the Big Africa Summit 2024 held in Johannesburg, South Africa:

Alpheus Matlala, Assistant Manager: Treatment Services, South African Responsible Gambling Foundation. He led discussions on the importance of responsible gambling and the measures in place to support it.
Andrea Giuliani, Head of Business Development at WA.Technology. Andrea explored the latest technological advancements and their impact on the iGaming sector.
Cameron Green, Founder of F9 Media Group, discussed the marketing strategies within the iGaming industry.
Carla Bastos, Executive Manager of Audit at the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, provided an overview of regulatory compliance and its significance in the industry.
Caroline Kongwa, Chief Strategic Adviser, National Gambling Board, South Africa, discussed the regulatory landscape and future directions for gambling in South Africa.
Chio Sakutukwa, Group Legal & Compliance, Peermont Global, addressed the legal challenges and compliance issues facing the iGaming industry.
Christian Rajter, CEO of Split The Pot, discussed innovative business models and growth strategies in iGaming.
DK Michael Aghaji, Head of Sales, E2 Communications, provided insights on the role of effective communication and sales strategies in expanding market reach.
Dolan Beuthin, Co-Founder and CEO of iGamingXperts talked about starting and scaling iGaming businesses in Africa.
Felix Mukaxe, Consultant and Gaming Inspector at the Mozambique Gambling Board, provided an overview of the regulatory environment in Mozambique and its implications for the industry.

Winners of the BiG 5 Awards

In the true spirit of BiG Africa, the 10th Annual BiG Africa Summit brought the biggest names and companies in African iGaming under one roof. Top performers in African iGaming were honored for their contributions and commitments to the African iGaming industry under 5 categories:

The Lion Award

Known for their roar that can be heard up to 8 km away, only the lion, tiger, leopard, and jaguar can roar among big cats. The Lion Award is presented to the speaker with the most impactful and powerful presentation, who roars the loudest, earning the title of the king of speakers.

Martin Sack won the 2024 BiG Lion Award.

The Rhino Award

Rhinos have survived and thrived for over 20 million years, a true symbol of loyalty and endurance. The Rhino Award recognizes the company that has shown exemplary loyalty, commitment, and support towards the summit over the years.

BetConstruct won this year’s Rhino Award.

The Leopard Award

With their iconic markings, leopards are among the most distinctive big cats in Africa. The Leopard Award is presented to the exhibitor with the most visually attractive and impressive exhibition stand.

WA.Technology won the Leopard Award.

The Buffalo Award

Known for their size and strength, buffaloes are the epitome of power and dominance. This award recognizes the company that displays outstanding competitiveness, resilience, and strength in the highly competitive betting and iGaming industry.

At the 10th Annual BiG Africa Summit 2024, the Buffalo Award was presented to BetConstruct.

The Elephant Award

Gentle giants with a strong sense of community and leadership, elephants are the largest terrestrial animals in Africa. This award honors the participant who has made the most significant contribution to the community’s growth and development.

iGaming AFRIKA won the Elephant Award.

BiG Africa Summit Tickets

The BiG Africa Summit offers various tickets to accommodate everyone, from VIP treatment to just access to the conference, as shown below:

VIP 3-Day Pass

This is an all-inclusive pass and costs €1695 for international attendees, €1595 for African residents, and €1395 for locals. The pass includes 3 nights of accommodation, access to all conference days, exclusive VIP table seating at the Awards Gala Dinner, networking lunches, and coffee breaks.

3-Day Delegate Pass

This pass costs €1070 internationally, €870 for African attendees, and €470 locally. It gives you full access to the conference and expo on all days, networking opportunities, and the Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner.

2-Day Delegate Pass

This ticket costs €795 for international guests, €595 for Africans, and €295 for local participants. It gives you access to the conference and expo for two days.

1-Day Delegate Pass

This ticket gives you access to the conference and expo for a single day. The pass costs €595 internationally, €495 for African residents, and €195 for locals.