Africa’s gaming sector is no longer emerging. It is accelerating at a remarkable pace. Rapid mobile adoption, digital payment innovation, and cross-border betting platforms are transforming the industry faster than many regulatory and tax frameworks can adapt. At the same time, governments across the continent face mounting pressure to strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation, combat illicit markets, protect consumers, and attract responsible investment. 

In 2026, the stakes are higher than ever. Poorly designed tax regimes can drive operators into the shadows, weaken investor confidence, and reduce long-term revenue potential. Well-structured, transparent, and technology-enabled taxation systems, however, can unlock sustainable growth, strengthen compliance, and position African jurisdictions as competitive global players. 

The  Pan-African Gaming Taxation & Revenue Summit 2026 (PAGTR, pronounced “pag-ter”) provides a critical platform for decisive engagement. It convenes ministers, regulators, tax authorities, policymakers, industry leaders, and technology innovators with a clear mandate: to align taxation policy with economic growth, consumer protection, regional integration, and national development priorities. 

Under the theme Shaping Smart Tax Policy for a Sustainable Gaming Economy, the summit will deliver actionable insights, foster cross-border cooperation, and help shape the direction of gaming taxation across Africa for years to come.