About us

We are aspiring to be world class regulator of Namibian Gambling Industry

The Gambling Board of Namibia (GBN) is your trusted authority for regulating and overseeing gambling activities in Namibia. Established to promote fairness, transparency, and responsible gambling.

GBN ensures that all gaming activities are conducted in a manner that protects public interests while fostering socio-economic growth.

Fairness

Sustainability

Empowerment

And Innovation

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Mr. Johannes Erastus

Chief Executive Officer (Acting)

Mandate of the Board

Monitor and research the socio-economic impact of gambling, including causes and consequences of problem gambling.

Licensing gambling operators, manufacturers of gambling machines, equipment and test laboratories.

Regulate gambling in the country, which includes determining sustainability of participants in the gambling industry.

Promote public awareness about the risk and social-economic impact of gambling and gaming activities and establish responsible gambling initiatives for the country.

Our Services

We are ready to serve the Namibian Gambling Industry.

The Gambling Board of Namibia (GBN) is a regulatory authority established in terms of the Section 5 Gaming and Entertainment Control Act, 2018 (Act No 13 of 2018) to oversee and control gambling activities in Namibia.

Licensing

Licensing and regulating gambling operators and individuals.

Compliance and monitoring

Ensuring adherence to legislation, industry policies, standards, and rules governing operators.

Public Education and Protection

Promoting public education on the risks and benefits of gambling.

Collection of revenue

Managing funds to support socio-economic initiatives and gambling rehabilitation.

Competition

Promoting a level playing field that ensures fair and sustainable competition among all industry stakeholders.

Innovation

Developing and implementing new solutions for better regulation of the gambling industry.

Inspections and Investigations

To ensure compliance with gambling laws and regulations, promoting integrity, fairness, and responsible gambling practices.

Stakeholder Engagement

To fosters open communication and collaboration between the Gambling Board of Namibia and stakeholders.

Managing of the Board’s Trust Fund

The Trust Fund is managed to support regulation, promote responsible gambling, and fund sector development.

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Our Vision Our Mission Core Values

To be a world class regulator of the Namibian Gambling Industry.

Our vision is to become a globally recognized leader in regulating Namibia's gambling industry. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of fairness, integrity, and responsible gambling practices.

To ensure sustainability of the Gambling Industry through effective and efficient regulation.

We are committed to maintaining a balanced regulatory framework that promotes growth, protects consumers, and fosters industry accountability. Through continuous improvement and oversight, we strive to create a secure and responsible gambling environment for all.

Our core values are Fairness, Sustainability, Empowerment and Innovation

The Board seeks to create a level competitive field for all industry stakeholders, regulate the industry so that all key stakeholders reap benefits on a long-terms basis without harm, provide opportunities for all stakeholders who seek to be part of the industry, and develop new solutions that ensure better regulation of the industry.

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