Authentic Gaming Introduces Live Dealer Gaming to South Africa James Bustin, Authentic Gaming’s Country Manager for South Africa, talks about the introduction of live dealer games in South Africa.
ONLINE LIVE dealer games is a relatively new vertical in the South African gambling market, but it has already proven to be an essential offering for local operators. Sports betting customers have enjoyed the cross-over as they are drawn towards table games, and land-based casino customers have also taken to wagering online. This new introduction has led to solid growth for bookmakers’ online revenues in a time when retail gaming has been severely impacted due to Covid-19. The continued increase of smartphone access and Wifi/data connections in the country means that almost anyone who wants to play online dealer games can easily do so. We see that the live dealer market in South Africa will continue to grow as more players get used to playing table games online. This current market adoption makes it perfect timing for Authentic Gaming to enter the market and bring a fresh new look of mobile-first orientated games to South Africa. Operators are now also realising that they need to diversify their live dealer offering and look to offer more innovative games to their players. We all know that players nowadays want to play one-handed on their phone, which is why Authentic Gaming has worked to develop the best live roulette experience in portrait mode. Authentic Gaming provides the most extensive online roulette offering in the market. Our games feature multiple camera angles that make the player feel that they are at the table. Authentic Gaming always starts any development with keeping the player top of mind. Our game UI and features are extremely user friendly, intuitive, and entirely
player centric. We take inspiration from outside the industry and inside the industry, but we never copy. We roll out best in class products always with an ‘Authentic touch’. With this approach we can stay ahead of the game. Localisation is essential for developing the live dealer market in South Africa, as operators seek to offer their customers a unique gaming experience. The South African gaming market is very different to Europe, and providers must ensure that products are customised to the operator’s needs. Our branded auto roulettes are an excellent way for operators to easily gain customer trust and confidence. Following regulatory approval from the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, Authentic Gaming’s live dealer games are now available to gaming enthusiasts in South Africa. We are delighted to live in the market, and we look forward to developing close partnerships with operators in South Africa. We understand how important it is to work with partners to ensure that games are specifically tailored for local customers.
TVBET goes live in Kenya and Nigeria via Sahara Games The world’s leading provider of live-streaming games, TVBET continues to expand in Africa through a partnership with Sahara Games. 13 live games of TVBET are already available for players at Sahara Games Kenyan and Nigerian websites. With this deal, the provider will be able to strengthen its position in the region, while the operator will be able to offer even more opportunities to its players. THE EXPANDING TV games provider company is committed to offering products that meet the needs of its customers while continuing to expand its network of partners in various countries. This time, TVBET has launched its products at two regional Sahara Games’ websites, and now its games are available for Kenyans and Nigerians. TVBET products are high-quality live card and table games and lotteries. Professionally hosted by fully trained and experienced TV presenters, TVBET beams the games live using the cutting edge webcam and HD streaming technology.
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Sahara Games operator is a part of Sahara Game Technology Corporation. Sports options
listed on the Sahara Games website include betting on football, basketball, tennis, volleyball and other “traditional” sports, betting on virtual sports, e-sports, various casino games, live casino, etc. Now clients of Nigerian and Kenyan Sahara Games may enjoy the full kit of TVBET live games. TVBET sees amazing prospects in a new partnership with Sahara Games since it helps the provider to expand its presence in South Africa. Herewith, Sahara Games has the opportunity to diversify its portfolio with top-notch TV games.
