Mr. Rahul Wijeratne, Executive Director Rank Holdings, speaking during the opening of Casino Marina Harare

Rank Opens Slew of New African Casinos

Rank Entertainment Holdings, owner of the luxurious Casino Marina brand, continues to make headlines as it expands its operations in Africa and Indian Ocean Islands. The Group opened a number of new casinos recently in Zimbabwe and Madagascar, and has a few more planned for Togo, Congo and Cote d’Ivoire.

ZIMBABWE

Rank opened its latest casino in Africa, the 60-slot, 29-table Casino Marina Harare on 7th November 2020, followed closely by a casino in Madagascar. The Casino Marina Harare in Zimbabwe has set the high-level benchmark for gaming operators in Africa as a key attraction not only in Zimbabwe, but the Southern African region. The well attended opening event was officiated by former Finance Minister in Zimbabwe Dr. Herbet Murarwe and representing the Rank group was Executive Director Mr. Rahul Wijeratne who is being groomed to be a leader in the Rank Group.

Chairperson and owner of Rank group Mr. Ravi Wijeratne and his executives have set the bar high bringing aspirational developments, world-class facilities and services to areas in Africa that would not otherwise have access to them. The facility is expected to have a significant impact on the local economy and creating employment and unique opportunities. The company’s mission in Zimbabwe is to also offer a Marina experience with class and sophistication to seal the missing boost in the gaming entertainment in the country. Situated on LongChen Plaza Belvedere, the facilities also feature a lavish bar and lounge area with access to cuisine from the restaurant.

The Guest of Honour Dr. Herbet Murarwe and Mr. Rahul Wijeratne share a game of Baccarat

MALAWI

Recently Malawi also witnessed the much anticipated opening of Casino Marina Blantyre which sparked sophisticated elegance with its grand opening in the city of Blantyre in Malawi making it an addition to the home of thrills and excitement. The opening was graced by Minister of Tourism, wildlife and culture Mr. Michael Usi who was guest of honour for the colorful event.

FUTURE AFRICAN GROWTH

Casino Marina whose headquarters is Colombo in Sri Lanka stands out in the gaming industry, and will be opening a 200 table, 700 slots operation in the not too distant future, in Sri Lanka as the ultimate entertainment hub that has brought the gaming industry into the next level of gaming in Africa. Casino Marina operates 9 Casinos under the same brand name including Colombo itself, two in Malawi, one in Madagascar, one in Zambia and 3 in Mozambique and the recently-opened operaton in Zimbabwe.

The group is planning a 2000m2 , 50-slots, 20-tables, in Kinshasa, Congo. In Yammoussoukro in Ivory Coast it plans a 2000m2 , 60-slots 22-tables, and in Lome, Togo the group is also planning a casino with details that are as-yet-undisclosed. Plans are also underway for the Groups’ main casino in Sri-Lanka to move to a new, as yetundisclosed 54000m2 location with 200 tables and 700 slots.

Since inception in 1994, Casino Marina made a commitment to create an operating style built around friendliness and providing the best service to all our gaming patrons from around the world.

Mr. Rahul Wijeratne, Executive Director Rank Holdings, receiving the official Casino Marina Blantyre Casino License from the Chairperson of the Malawi National Gaming & Lotteries Board, Mr. Bernard Ndau, with Sogecoa partners, Managing Director, Golden Peacock Hotel, Malawi, Mr. Mike Zhang.

Pictured during the cake cutting Mr. Tom Alcorn General Manager Casino Marina Malawi (L) Mr. Rahul Wijeratne, Executive Director Rank Holdings (C) and Golden Peacock Golden Managing Director Mr. Mike Zhang (R).

Casino Marina’s Operations at a Glance:

CASINO MARINA MAPUTO: MOZAMBIQUE 
Based in Mozambique’s capital, Casino Marina Maputo is the largest Casino in the country. Located in Gloria Mall, which has a magnificent view towards Indian Ocean. 
 The Casino’s General Manager is Mr. Patrice Ha Yeung. 
Casino Marina, MAPUTO AFECC Gloria Mall AV DA Marginal N 4441 Maputo, MOZAMBIQUE 
Phone: +258 20034444 Email: info.maputo@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/maputo Facebook: www.facebook.com/Casino-Marina-Maputo-564929963839374/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_maputo/ 
 CASINO MARINA BEIRA: MOZAMBIQUE 
Casino Marina Beira is the most entertaining destination in Mozambique's second largest city and port Beira. 
The Casino Marina Beira is located next to the beautiful Macuti Beach, within the extravagant Golden Peacock Hotel, offering guests extensive gaming, non-gaming and entertainment opportunities. 
The Casino’s General Manager is Mr. Paul Kerr 
Casino Marina BEIRA SA. Mozambique, Sofala, Beira Cidade Urbano 1, Bairro Estoril, Rua Carlos Pereira Talhao n° 16.. MOZAMBIQUE 
Phone: +260 96 8637805 Email: info.beira@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/beira/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/casinomarinabeira/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_beira/ 
 
CASINO MARINA ANTANANARIVO: MADAGASCAR 
Located in Madagascar’s capital city, and within the country’s largest hotel, Casino Marina Antananarivo draw both locals and the foreign expatriate community. The property located in the island’s Central Highlands covers thousands of sq. meters of area. 
 The Casino’s General Manager is Mr. Herman Franken 
Casino Marina, ANTANANARIVO Madagascar Golden Peacock Hotel, 54 Villas Ivato 105 Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR 
Phone: +261 34 88 333 33 Email: info.antananarivo@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/antananarivo/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/casmarina/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_antananarivo/ 
 CASINO MARINA COLOMBO: SRI LANKA 
Based in the heart of Sri Lanka’s capital and commercial center, Casino Marina Colombo is the country’s largest entertainment hub. Offering a spectacular view overlooking the Indian Ocean, the casino offers 150 Slots machines, and 72 Table Games bifurcate in Baccarat, Roulette, Black Jack, 3-Card Poker, Mini Poker, Tick Poker, Texas Hold’em and Caribbean poker. 
The Vice President of Marina Colombo is Mr. Romesh. Casino Marina COLOMBO Marine Drive, Plan Road Colombo 03 SRI LANKA Phone: +94 11 4 219988 / +94 774 591 888 / +94 776 233 888 Email: info.colombo@casinomarina.com / info@marinacolombo.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/colombo/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CasinoMarinaColombo/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_colombo/ 
 CASINO MARINA LILONGWE: MALAWI 
Located in Malawi’s capital city, Casino Marina Lilongwe offers the top casino gaming options in Malawi. 
 The Casino’s General Manager is Tom Alcorn. 
Casino Marina LILONGWE Golden Peacock Hotel Complex, New City Centre, Area 13 Lilongwe, MALAWI 
Phone: +265 994 67 77 66 Email: info.lilongwe@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/lilongwe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/Casino-Marina-Malawi-1808129156126652/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_llilongwe/

CASINO MARINA BLANTYRE: MALAWI 
Located in Malawi’s Blantyre city , Casino Marina Lilongwe offers the top casino gaming options in Malawi. 

The Casino’s General Manager is Tom Alcorn. 
Casino Marina LILONGWE Golden Peacock Hotel Complex, New City Centre, Area 13 Lilongwe, MALAWI 
Phone: +265 994 67 77 66 Email: info.lilongwe@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/lilongwe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/Casino-Marina-Malawi-1808129156126652/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_llilongwe/ 
 CASINO MARINA LUSAKA: ZAMBIA 
Based in Zambia’s capital city, and in one of the fastest growing cities in sub-Saharan Africa, Casino Marina Lusaka offers casino gaming enthusiasts the best gaming facilities in the country. 

The Casino’s General Manager is Mr. Quintin Fouche.
 Casino Marina LUSAKA Plot 402, Kasangula Road, Roma Area Lusaka ZAMBIA 
Phone: +260 967137502 Email: marketing.lusaka@casinomarina.com Website: www.casinomarina.com/lusaka/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CasinoMarinaZambia/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/casino_marina_lusaka/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarinaZambia NAUTILUS CASINO NAMPULA: MOZAMBIQUE AV. Eduardo Mondlane Edificio Girassol Nampula Mozambique Phone: +258 87 253 5555 Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/CasinoMarinaNampula CASINO MARINA HARARE: ZIMBABWE Long Chen Plaza , Cnr Samora Machel & Mutley Bend 
Harare, Zimbabwe Facebook: www.facebook.com/Casino-Marina-Harare-Zimbabwe