Ghana’s Acting Gaming Commissioner Commits to Fairness Among Operators
Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo, recently appointed as the Acting Commissioner of the Gaming Commission of Ghana, has pledged to ensure equitable conditions for all gaming operators in the country. He emphasized that preferential treatment for certain operators will no longer be tolerated.
Initiatives to Abolish Betting Tax
Quainoo outlined plans to eliminate the betting tax, aligning with President John Mahama’s commitment to abolish the tax within the first 120 days of his tenure. Discussions with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) are underway to facilitate this change. Quainoo noted, “I am very much aware of the betting tax by the GRA that is split into two parts – the first is the tax on the winnings by panthers while the second is the tax on the revenue generated by gaming operators.”
The Acting Commissioner has also committed to intensifying efforts against illegal gaming operations. He urged licensed operators to report any encounters with unauthorized Commission staff and revealed that he has requested the National Communications Authority to restrict access to the websites of 11 unauthorized companies operating games of chance.
Overview of the Gaming Commission’s Role
The Gaming Commission currently oversees 26 licensed land-based casinos, 14 online casinos, 27 sports betting operators, four route operators, seven remote interactive games, and two scratch card businesses. Its role is critical in regulating and monitoring the gaming industry to ensure a fair and transparent environment for all operators.
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