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National Gambling Board warns against gambling as a financial solution

IOL · 24 August 2026 at 12:05

National Gambling Board warns against gambling as a financial solution

The National Gambling Board warns that reliance on gambling for income is rising among South Africans aged 25 to 34, highlighting alarming trends in problem gambling and the need for responsible gambling practices.

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