Two Weeks Until Sports Betting West Africa+ Summit 2026 And Gaming Event Francophone Africa

The 11th annual Sports Betting West Africa+ (SBWA+) Summit and second annual Gaming Event Francophone Africa (GEFA) will take place concurrently from 14–16 October 2026 at the King Fahd Palace Hôtel in Dakar, Senegal.

With two weeks remaining until the events begin, this year’s programmes will focus on operational execution across Africa’s evolving gaming jurisdictions.

Across three days, industry professionals will discuss continental growth, harmonised licensing frameworks, data-light content delivery, localised payment integration and player retention across English- and French-speaking African markets.

The programme will feature expert-led panel discussions, keynote addresses, networking and commercial opportunities.

SBWA+ Eventus Awards To Recognise Industry Achievements

The SBWA+ Eventus Awards Ceremony will take place during the Welcoming Evening on 14 October, recognising organisations and individuals across the African gaming industry.

The 2026 award categories are:

1. SBWA+ Supplier of the Year Award 2026 – recognising a B2B supplier based on commercial performance, technical reliability and innovation.

2. SBWA+ Innovation of the Year Award 2026 – recognising a concept or technological advancement based on market performance, originality, user experience and design.

3. SBWA+ Operator of the Year Award 2026 – recognising a consumer-facing operator based on commercial growth, market strategy and user experience.

4. SBWA+ Leader in Virtual Sports Award 2026 – recognising a virtual sports gaming experience based on originality, engagement and commercial performance.

5. SBWA+ Leader in Online Casino Award 2026 – recognising an online casino platform based on innovation, user engagement, lead generation and growth.

6. SBWA+ Leader in Responsible Gambling Award 2026 – recognising an organisation’s work in responsible gambling awareness, harm minimisation and brand trust.

7. SBWA+ Leader in Sports Betting Award 2026 – recognising sports betting technology and service delivery based on originality, execution and commercial performance.

8. SBWA+ Outstanding Industry Influencer Award 2026 – recognising individual contributions through strategic advice, research, collaboration and sector development.

9. SBWA+ Outstanding Consultant Award 2026 – recognising achievements and strategic value provided by an industry consultant or advisory firm.

10. SBWA+ Outstanding Speaker Award 2026 – recognising a presenter at SBWA+ 2026, with the recipient announced at the conclusion of day three.

Two additional categories will recognise women working across the gaming sector.

The SBWA+ Innovation Queen of West Africa 2026 award will recognise a female leader for innovation, business transformation and the promotion of diversity within the West African gaming sector.

The SBWA+ West Africa’s Rising Star in Leadership 2026 award will recognise an emerging leader who has demonstrated management skills and operational impact.

Final Call For Award Nominations

Industry professionals can submit nominations for the SBWA+ Eventus Awards ahead of the deadline on 2 October 2026.

The awards ceremony will take place on 14 October as part of the event’s Welcoming Evening.

Delegate Passes And Exhibition Space

Delegate passes, complimentary operator passes and exhibition space remain available ahead of the two events.

Qualified licensed African operators and affiliates can apply for complimentary passes, subject to approval and availability.

Standard and VIP delegate passes provide access to conference streams, networking luncheons, refreshment breaks and the official Welcoming Evening.

Sponsorship and exhibition packages are also available for companies seeking a presence at the events.

Sports Betting West Africa+ Summit 2026 and Gaming Event Francophone Africa 2026 will take place from 14–16 October at the King Fahd Palace Hôtel in Dakar, Senegal.