The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) was prominently recognised at the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) Awards during the Responsible Gambling Summit 2025, held at Emperors Palace. The Board received multiple accolades for its impactful responsible gambling initiatives, affirming its commitment to raising awareness, enhancing consumer protection, and fostering safer gambling practices throughout the province... Read More
As part of its ongoing enforcement against illegal gambling activities in the Eastern Cape, the Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) has destroyed over 500 confiscated illegal gambling machines, commonly referred to as “Chinese Roulette” devices. The machines were crushed ahead of the launch of Responsible Gambling Month to emphasise the Board’s commitment to lawful gaming practices and consumer protection... Read More
Queens Casino, in partnership with the Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB), invested in material to support Maths, Science and Technology (MST) education in Komani through a meaningful school development initiative. Queens Casino officially handed over MST kits to Nkwanca High School and Lukhanji Primary School during a ceremony held on Tuesday, 28 October 2025... Read More
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Vuyelwa Vika as the Chairperson of the Board, effective 1 October 2025. Her appointment reflects confidence in her expertise, professionalism, and commitment to good governance... Read More
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) successfully hosted its annual Wellness Day on 27 October 2025 at Border Cricket, Buffalo Park Drive, East London. The event brought together staff members from across the province for a day dedicated to mental wellness... Read More
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) today announced it has received its eleventh consecutive clean audit opinion from the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA). This milestone underscores the Board’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of financial integrity, transparency and accountability in its oversight of the provincial gambling industry... Read More
ECGB joined the global celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day by uplifting the community of Stutterheim through a vibrant painting and mural project at Nonyameko Primary School... Read More
At the Underage Drinking Summit held in East London, MEC Nonqubela Pieters and key stakeholders including the Gambling Board gathered to strengthen strategies, raise awareness and collaborate on protecting youth from alcohol harm... Read More
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) continues to make a positive impact in local communities through its funding initiatives that promote youth empowerment and sustainable livelihoods. One of the recent beneficiaries, Ms. Zandisa Mrwebi, a young and passionate farmer from Tshatshu Village in Lady Frere, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Board for its support in helping her grow her agricultural business, Agro Avenue... Read More
ECGB welcomes a new wellness service provider, offering 24-hour support to all ECGB employees. This service ensures that staff have continuous access to professional wellness assistance when needed. ECGB takes pride in the comprehensive wellness of its employees.
