Africa
Triumph at SiGMA Africa 2025: Best Platform & Best Marketing Campaign

SOFTSWISS, a leading tech company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, received two prestigious accolades at the SiGMA Africa Awards. Winning Best Platform and Best Marketing Campaign, the company testifies to its commitment to innovation, excellence, and industry leadership.
The SiGMA Africa Awards serves as the grand opening to the SiGMA Africa Summit, a key event celebrating the achievements of industry leaders and innovators across the African iGaming sector. The awards honour outstanding contributions in technology, marketing, operations, and player engagement, setting the stage for fruitful networking at the summit.
Casino Platform Recognised for Excellence
SOFTSWISS’ Casino Platform, an industry-leading solution that has been driving success for operators for over a decade, secured the Best Platform award for the African market. The Casino Platform is known for its advanced player management tools, seamless integration capabilities, and robust security features. Powering over 250 online casinos with more than 6 million players worldwide, SOFTSWISS flagship product plays a pivotal role in shaping the online casino landscape.
“Winning Best Platform is a testament to our commitment to providing operators with cutting-edge technology and outstanding service,” said Vitali Matsukevich, Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS. “For over 12 years, our Casino Platform has empowered brands to thrive in a competitive market, and this award reinforces its position as a top-tier solution in the industry.”
SOFTSWISS is actively expanding its presence in the region by acquiring a majority stake in South African software developer Turfsport.
Innovative Approach to Marketing Campaigns
SOFTSWISS took home the Best Marketing Campaign award for ‘Cheers to 15 Years’, a creative and engaging campaign celebrating the company’s 15th anniversary. The campaign showcased SOFTSWISS’ impact, achievements, and industry contributions, reflecting creative spirit and innovative technologies.
“The Cheers to 15 Years campaign was more than just a celebration – it was a tribute to our partners, clients, and team members who have been part of this incredible journey,” comments Valentina Bagniya, Chief Marketing Officer at SOFTSWISS. “Receiving this award underscores the impact of our dynamic approach to building a strong, recognisable, and trusted brand in the iGaming industry.”
SOFTSWISS’ campaigns consistently earn industry recognition, showcasing an outstanding forward-thinking approach and solidifying the position as a leader in iGaming marketing innovation. ‘Cheers to 15 Years’ is the third SOFTSWISS marketing campaign acknowledged by the industry leaders, following revolutionising ‘Bringing the Heat’ and bright ‘Grab Success’.
The award-winning SOFTSWISS team is ready to welcome its clients and partners at the SiGMA Africa Summit in Cape Town at stand 56P.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 27,800 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.
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INCENTIVE GAMES SIGNS EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION DEAL FOR NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE, SOUTH AFRICA AND UK WITH LIGHT & WONDER
Leading B2B games provider, Incentive Games, today announced its new agreement with premium gaming company and content provider Light & Wonder, Inc.
Through this agreement, Incentive Games will distribute its premium pay-to-play games – including new arcade-style titles – to key global regulated markets including the USA, Canada, South Africa, UK, and within Europe via Light & Wonder’s extensive operator network. Additionally, Incentive Games’ popular free-to-play content will be made available to a wider audience through Light & Wonder’s content marketplace.
The agreement brings together two industry leaders in iGaming and the strengths of both companies to deliver exceptional player experiences and elevate customer engagement.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games said, “This agreement is a landmark moment in our company’s history. Previously, we’ve worked directly with major operators such as bet365, FanDuel, and Sky Bet. Now, we can distribute our games via Light & Wonder, an exceptional aggregator that we trust will handle our games with care.”
Steve Mayes, Senior Director of Partners at Light & Wonder, said: “We are excited to work with Incentive Games, a leader in gamification solutions. We look forward to leveraging their innovative platform and bringing their customisable crash and fast game content to all major regulated markets.”
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Play’n GO announces landmark South African partnership with Hollywoodbets

Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced a new operator partnership in South Africa with Hollywoodbets.
The legendary games studio went live in South Africa in 2024, and this newly announced partnership will see classic Play’n GO titles such as Fire Joker, Rise of Olympus 100 and Boat Bonanza now available to Hollywoodbets players in South Africa.
Play’n GO enjoyed a landmark year in 2024, expanding its reach globally, and recently announced the launch of two brand new slots mechanics, Blitzways™ and Crashback™.
Stuart Trigwell, Director of Business Development at Play’n GO, commented “South Africa is a market of increasing significance in iGaming globally, and we’re very pleased to have gained such a strong foothold in the country with this partnership.
“The Hollywoodbets brand is synonymous with iGaming in South Africa, and this partnership reflects the commitment of both Play’n GO and Hollywoodbets to deliver the best casino gaming experience possible to players in the region. We’re excited for the opportunities that will come from this partnership, and we look forward to many years of success together.”
Wayde Dorkin, Head of Product at Hollywoodbets added “We’re looking forward to welcoming Play’n GO’s legendary games portfolio to our platform, and we know our players are just as excited as we are. We’re committed to being the number one operator in South Africa, and partnering with Play’n GO is a significant step forward on that journey.”
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