Following the recent expansions in Brazilian and Canadian iGaming market, the prominent content supplier Pragmatic Play has marked another post of its worldwide presence by partnering with a Ghanaian leading operator Soccabet. The partnership is expected to reinforce provider’s market position in Ghana and Africa in general, while Soccabet will now be in a position to use the Pragmatic Play’s in-demand content to extend its iGaming content offerings and serve a wider player community in the country.
iGaming Content:
Under the terms of the partnership, Pragmatic Play will supply Soccabet with its extensive library of slot games featuring multi-award-winning titles like Sugar Rush™ and Gates of Olympus™. The operator will also take advantage of the deal to access the developer’s selection of the most playable Live Casino titles including Sweet Bonanza Candy Land™ and Mega Wheel™.
But, that’s not all! Pragmatic’s portfolio of virtual sports content has become the must-have item in the developer’s content supply deals long time ago. Indeed, its 24/7 availability, customization, and localization options and mechanics will take players to the center of the event, according to the provider.
For this reason, the deal will enable Soccabet to use all these features and offer the popular motor-racing title Force 1™ together with football, horse racing, darts, and greyhound racing game genres. The supplier boasts that these games offer high frequency betting opportunities and the market-leading real-time 3D graphics that will provide an unmatched experience for the Ghanaian customer base.
Growing African Customer Base:
Such a base will be added to the growing Pragmatic Play’s portfolio of partnerships with the leading operators across the regulated world markets which are frequently revisited through additional partnership to anchor the supplier’s presence. The latest African partnership testifies to the developer’s commitment to keep all markets equally updated with the latest content and features.
Commenting on the deal, Irina Cornides, Chief Operating Officer at Pragmatic Play, said: “Soccabet is a well-established and respected operator in Ghana, and we are excited to welcome them to our growing customer base on the continent. As we expand our presence in regulated markets worldwide, Pragmatic Play is delighted to make our universally popular Slots, Live Casino, and Virtual Sports games available to an even wider audience of players.”
Imad Hawwach, General Manager at Soccabet, added: “We understand that our customers expect the best gaming experience possible, and we believe that Pragmatic Play’s high-quality and diverse portfolio of games will help us deliver just that. With their innovative approach to game development and their commitment to providing exceptional entertainment, we are confident that our customers will enjoy playing their games.”
The legal status of online casinos in India is complex and varies by state. While there is no federal law that explicitly addresses online gambling, the legality depends on state regulations and the type of gambling involved.
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No National Law: India does not have a specific national law regulating online casinos. However, the Public Gambling Act of 1867 prohibits operating physical casinos and gambling houses, but it doesn't cover online platforms, leaving a legal grey area for online gambling.
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State-Specific Laws: Some Indian states, like Goa, Sikkim, and Daman, have legalized land-based casinos, and others, such as Sikkim, have also licensed online gambling. Many states have banned gambling altogether, including online gambling.
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Online Sports Betting: Betting on sports, particularly cricket, is very popular in India. However, it's only explicitly legal in some states like Sikkim and Nagaland, which have laws permitting online gaming and betting.
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Legal Gray Area: Many international online casinos accept Indian players and operate legally under licenses from offshore jurisdictions (like Curacao or the UK Gambling Commission). As long as players are gambling on licensed platforms, the risk is minimal, but local authorities may still choose to regulate or restrict online gambling.
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Cryptocurrency: Some Indian players prefer using cryptocurrencies (like Bitcoin) for online gambling, as it provides a layer of anonymity and security.
While online casinos aren't explicitly legal across all of India, many international casinos accept Indian players, and online gambling continues to grow in popularity. Players should ensure they use licensed platforms and understand local laws before engaging in online gaming.
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