Africa
Malawi
Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA), a statutory body formed from the merger of the former Malawi Gaming Board and National Lotteries Board
Regulations & Licensing
Casino
RegulatedOnline Casino
RegulatedBetting
RegulatedOnline Betting
RegulatedLottery
RegulatedBingo
RegulatedKey Legislation
- Gaming and Lotteries Act, 2022 (repealed the earlier Lotteries Act and Gaming Act)
- Taxation (Amendment) (No. 2) Act, 2025 (gambling winnings withholding tax)
Online Gambling
Allowed
- Online sports betting under an Internet Gaming Licence
- Online casino games under an Internet Gaming Licence
- Mobile/online betting via MAGLA-licensed operators
Prohibited
- Online gambling with unlicensed offshore operators
- Access by persons under 18
Taxation
Gaming tax on Gross Gaming Revenueapprox. 20% - 35% depending on licence type
Withholding tax on player winnings15% (effective Dec 2025)
License validity: Renewable, term set by MAGLA per licence category
Land-Based Gambling
Allowed
- Land-based casinos
- Retail sports betting shops
- National Lottery
- Bingo halls
Prohibited
- Unlicensed gaming premises
- Access by persons under 18
Taxation
Gaming tax on Gross Gaming Revenueapprox. 20% - 35% depending on licence type
Withholding tax on player winnings15% (effective Dec 2025)
License validity: Renewable, term set by MAGLA per licence category
Regulation data is editorial and for information only — not legal advice.
