Mpumalanga Economic Regulator issues notices on various gambling activities

The following notices issued by the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator [MER] may be of interest to some hotel groups who have casino interests and independent establishment members with gambling activities located in Mpumalanga.

Mpumalanga Economic Regulator [MER] notices

1] The MER has published a notice re applications for –

  • Limited Pay-Out Machines Licences

This invitation is open from the date of publication of this notice until such time the Board announces its closure or publishes a revised RFA. The aforementioned RFA is open for clarification questions until 09 May 2022. Prospective applicants may submit applications to Mpumalanga Economic Regulator via email to licensing@mer.org.za.

2] In addition, the MER has published an invitation to submit an expression of interest for the following gambling activities –

  • Casino licence
  • Bingo licences
  • Bookmaker licences

Interested parties are requested to complete the relevant survey/s via the URLs below, or via the MER’s website: www.mer.org.za to express their interest:

  • Casino licence – https://forms.office.com/r/ScHakJZSmA
  • Bingo licences – https://forms.office.com/r/juTBswdzb9
  • Bookmaker licences – https://forms.office.com/r/AYCnp01YeH

The deadline for submission of the expression of interest is 29 April 2022. Any queries regarding this matter, can be directed to the Chief Executive Officer at telephone number 013-750 8000, facsimile number 013-750 8099 or e-mail address ceo@mer.org.za

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