Gaming Law 2025

SOUTH AFRICA Law and Practice Contributed by: Wayne Lurie, Lurie Inc

Lurie Inc is the oldest niche gambling law practice in South Africa, having been founded over 22 years ago. The firm is held in high regard by operators and regu- lators and has consulted extensively on the drafting of gambling legislation in South Africa and abroad. In addition, it has consulted at the highest levels of gov- ernment in several African jurisdictions on gambling law reform. Lurie Inc has also been involved in licens-

ing applications and consulting on operating aspects in numerous international jurisdictions such as the UK, Malta, Germany and other EU member states. The firm has an excellent track record of success in the management and referral of disputes surrounding gambling laws and challenging their mistaken appli- cation, as well as in dispute resolution and litigation covering all aspects of the gambling industry.

Author

Wayne Lurie of Lurie Inc has practised gambling regulatory law exclusively for almost 24 years. He has been involved in the licensing of gambling activities, the interpretation of gambling regulations and landmark

litigation both in South Africa and abroad and has advised at every level of the gambling spectrum from multinational corporations to regulators. Wayne was recently appointed as the CEO of SAROGA (Safe And Responsible Online Gambling Association), an industry self-regulation body, is a member of the International Association of Gaming Advisors and is ranked in Gaming & Gambling by Chambers and Partners.

Lurie Inc 7A York Avenue

Craighall Park Johannesburg South Africa Tel: +27 833 787 337 Email: wayne@lurieinc.com Web: www.lurieinc.com

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