SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider with over 15 years of iGaming expertise, proudly announces the launch of its major South African project with Mzansibet. It marks the first project in the country to utilise both the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook and the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform.

According to the recently released South Africa: iGaming Market Overview 2025 by SOFTSWISS, the country’s iGaming sector is growing at an impressive annual rate of 20–25%, driven by increasing mobile penetration. In line with this trend and evolving player needs, SOFTSWISS strongly focuses on mobile optimisation across its platforms, enabling seamless and enjoyable gaming experiences for Mzansibet players.

The launch in South Africa, ensuring full compliance with local technical standards, required meticulous preparation. SOFTSWISS products – including its sports betting software and online casino platform – underwent rigorous certification with Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), one of the most reputable and globally recognised independent testing laboratories in the iGaming industry. Following this process, the solutions were officially approved for local operation by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board – a respected and influential regulator in the region – affirming the high quality and compliance of SOFTSWISS software.

Max Trafimovich, International Non-Executive Director at SOFTSWISS, shares: “Mzansibet entered the market with a bold ambition to become a top-tier brand – and we are not only proud to support that vision from day one, but also well-equipped to ensure its sustainable growth. Leveraging our global and local expertise, we provide the technical, business, and service tools necessary for a smooth launch and scalable development. This is made possible thanks to our robust and stable architecture with 99.999% uptime and a flexible platform ecosystem. In addition, the brand launched a nationwide TV advertising campaign and has already attracted tens of thousands of players across the country – a powerful testament to its growing presence and trust.”

In addition to backend certification, the SOFTSWISS team invested heavily in frontend localisation to align with the partner’s vision and market requirements. The Mzansibet project has been fully adapted to meet South African player behaviour and betting patterns.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 35,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.

Online sports betting platform strengthens its commitment to national football

Betano, the leading online sports betting and gaming brand owned by Kaizen Gaming, and the Portuguese Football Federation (Federação Portuguesa de Futebol) announce a new partnership with Betano becoming the new title sponsor of the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira.

Betano, which has been operating in the Portuguese market for six years, is a key player in the industry. With a strong global presence in football sponsorship, it now also strengthens its support for one of the main national football competitions.

The agreement takes effect immediately, meaning that this year’s edition of the competition – happening on July 31 at Estádio Algarve between Sporting CP and SL Benfica – will be called the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira Betano.

For this match, the FPF and Betano are preparing a range of initiatives and activations focused on enhancing the fan experience and celebrating this special day.

João Medeiros Cardoso, Director of Marketing and New Business at the Portuguese Football Federation, said: “We embrace this partnership with great excitement, as it involves a brand that will undoubtedly elevate the Super Cup. This marks a boost in the competition’s growth, driven by this new leadership, which will help reposition Portuguese football as one of the world’s leading footballing brands. The Super Cup has become a standout moment for entertainment, and Betano aligns with this vision by bringing impactful and unique experiences to the fans.”

Ricardo Branquinho, Country Manager at Betano Portugal, adds: “We are extremely proud to associate Betano with the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira as its Title Sponsor, reinforcing our connection with the Portuguese Football Federation – an institution that plays a key role in the development and promotion of football in Portugal. This partnership symbolises not only the kick-off of the football season in Portugal but also our commitment to offering fans a premium experience, allowing them to enjoy this competition in an even more exciting and immersive way. We aim to continue elevating sports sponsorship in Portugal by bringing fans closer to the game they love.”

NODWIN Gaming, South Asia’s leading esports and gaming company, has announced that Sony LIV has acquired the Hindi and English language media rights for select matches of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025, further amplifying the tournament’s reach and representation across India.

As part of the partnership, Sony LIV will stream select matches from the Esports World Cup in India, bringing the action to millions of fans in languages they resonate with. The Hindi-language broadcast will be available exclusively on the Sony LIV app and official website.

In addition, Sony LIV will also stream the weekly shows, behind-the-scenes features and player interactions spotlighting EWC athletes and teams, curated for both core and casual esports audiences. This collaboration follows NODWIN Gaming’s recent partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) to manage media rights and regional distribution across South Asia.

Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming, said: “Our goal is to bring the Esports World Cup to as many passionate fans across South Asia as possible, and this partnership with Sony LIV is a major step in that direction. It combines Sony LIV’s incredible reach with NODWIN’s focus on building localized, fan-first esports experiences. With both Hindi and premium English content, we are creating a viewing experience that feels personal, immersive, and truly regional.”

With the addition of Sony LIV as the exclusive Hindi broadcast partner and NODWIN Gaming as the strategic regional media and marketing partner, the EWC is poised to reach unprecedented heights in South Asia. This aligns with the mission of making esports more inclusive, accessible and locally relevant.

With top-tier Indian talent competing across multiple titles, the Esports World Cup 2025 presents a unique opportunity to showcase India’s growing presence in global esports and to unite audiences around a shared national dream.