Gambling regulation in Zambia
Sports betting, including online, is licensed by the Betting Control and Licensing Board; bookmaker licences are renewed every year.
Status at a glance
Allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Private operators can apply for a licence.
Allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Regulator and law
- Betting Control and Licensing Board (Ministry of Finance)
- Main law: Betting Control Act (Chapter 166)
Key points
- The Board does not issue online-only licences: online betting runs under a bookmaker's licence.
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Reviewed on . Gambling law changes often: this overview is for orientation and is not legal advice. Check with the regulator before acting. Market: Zambia
Frequently asked questions
Is online gambling legal in Zambia?
It depends on the product. Online casino is allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators. Sports betting is licensed: private operators can apply for a licence. Online poker is allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators. Lottery is allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Who regulates gambling in Zambia?
Betting Control and Licensing Board (Ministry of Finance). The main law is: Betting Control Act (Chapter 166).
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