SiGMA AFRICA AWARDS

Join us for the SiGMA Africa Awards – a showcase of excellence, where innovation, collaboration and success converge. 

🏆24 prestigious awards up for grabs

🍮Good food, great networking

💃Top entertainment line-up

👏An exciting art auction

🙌C-level crowd

Give recognition where it’s due by nominating someone whose work has created a positive impact on the industry.

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Nominations & Self-Nominations Close
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Voting Closed
10 MAR
Nominations & Self-Nominations Open
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Shortlist announced & vote for finalist open to public & judges
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AWARDS NIGHT

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Join your friends or treat your employees to a table – we’ve got great prices on tickets for the Africa Awards!

Enjoy an evening of celebration and achievement.

Book it now by sending your request to [email protected]

Package costs €5,500 and includes :

  • 10 seats at the Gala Awards Dinner
  • Contribution to the SiGMA Foundation
  • Exclusive sponsorship of the award of your choice – please note that you cannot be nominated for the award you are sponsoring
  • Brand visibility on online channels

Sponsor an award now by sending your request at [email protected]

Enjoy an evening of celebration and achievement and invite your employees, friends or leads!

Book it now by sending your request to [email protected]

The Title/Main Award Sponsorship package costs €37,000 and includes:

  • Exclusive title sponsorship of the Awards
  • Large online and onsite branding visibility
  • 10 seats at the Gala Awards Dinner – central table
  • Contribution to the SiGMA Foundation
  • Exclusive sponsorship of the award of your choice – please note that you cannot be nominated for the award you are sponsoring
  • Brand visibility on online channels

Sponsor an award now by sending your request at [email protected]

Awards

Give recognition where it’s due by nominating someone whose work has created a positive impact on the industry.

BEST ON MOBILE 2024

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The Best on Mobile Award seeks excellence in mobile gaming experiences. Judges prioritize nominees with user-friendly interfaces, innovative gameplay optimised for mobile devices, exceptional performance, and a commitment to delivering top-tier entertainment on the go.”

BEST GAME PROVIDER 2024

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The game provider of the year will be chosen based on original content, retention and attraction of new players. An openness to emerging technologies will also be key.

EMERGING MARKETS PAYMENT SOLUTION 2024

We’re honoring pioneers in facilitating financial transactions in burgeoning markets. Judges seek solutions demonstrating accessibility, adaptability, innovation, compliance, and a positive impact on fostering financial inclusion in emerging economies.

BEST VIRTUAL SPORTS PROVIDER 2024

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This accolade recognises excellence in virtual gaming innovation. Providers with realistic simulations, diverse and engaging virtual sports offerings, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to delivering a dynamic and immersive experience for players will be top of the shortlist.

OUSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO RESPONSIBLE GAMING OF THE YEAR

The iGaming industry is defined by its creativity, innovation and adaptability. This award will go to the most deserving firm or individual for their contribution to the survival and evolution of the industry.

INDUSTRY RISING STAR 2024

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This year’s rising star will be celebrated for their disruptive entry into the iGaming industry, introducing improvements to the status quo with unique games, varied gambling options and more.

BEST CASINO OPERATOR 2024

This award will shine a spotlight on the leading casino operator in the industry, with a focus on having the most well-connected portfolio in terms of innovation, regulation and cross-platform performance.

BEST SPORTSBOOK OPERATOR 2024

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This award shall shine the spotlight on the sportsbook operator which has generated a consistent combination of growth, competitive betting strategies and a trustworthy reputation in the past year.

BEST ONLINE SPORTSBOOK PROVIDER 2024

This award rewards sportsbook providers who provide unparalleled sports betting experiences. We’re looking for cutting-edge technology, diverse markets, and a user-friendly interface for ultimate excitement and satisfaction

BEST CASINO PROVIDER 2024

Claim the Best Casino Provider Award 2024 by showcasing exceptional innovation, captivating game variety, seamless user experiences, and a commitment to setting new industry standards.

RESPONSIBLE GAMING 2024

The Responsible Gaming Excellence Award seeks nominees demonstrating a robust commitment to player well-being, innovative harm prevention measures, transparent policies, and a proactive approach to promoting responsible gaming practices.

BEST PLATFORM 2024

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From cutting-edge UX/UI design solutions to state-of-the-art brand-building strategies, the Platform of the Year celebrates the best and brightest solutions for your product across the board.

BEST CRASH GAME 2024

Celebrating innovation and excellence in the gaming industry, judges seek crash games that deliver thrilling experiences, fair and transparent mechanics, engaging gameplay, and a commitment to player satisfaction.

BEST KYC SOLUTION 2024

This award recognizes pioneers in identity verification. Cutting-edge technology, user-friendly interfaces, stringent security measures, compliance with regulations, and a proven track record in streamlining KYC processes with efficiency and precision are all on our wishlist.

BEST SLOT GAME PROVIDER 2024

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The Best Slot Provider Award celebrates innovation and excellence in the gaming industry. Judges will look for creativity, captivating themes, superior graphics, engaging gameplay, and a commitment to delivering thrilling and fair slot experiences.

BEST ONLINE PAYMENT SERVICES 2024

This one is for the teams behind the payment solutions that maximise player retention. In a world of shifting currencies and volatile crypto markets, the disruptive thinkers will claim this trophy.

BEST SPORTSBOOK AFFILIATE 2024

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This award recognizes outstanding contributions to the iGaming landscape. Eyes are on affiliates demonstrating effective marketing strategies, user engagement, transparent practices, and a positive impact on the sports betting community.

BEST CRYPTO CASINO 2024

Crypto is here to stay. The Crypto Casino of the Year award is reserved for the casino with the most seamless incorporation of crypto technologies. Cross-platform software and cutting-edge marketing strategies are a massive boon.

BEST AFFILIATE PROGRAM 2024

In a rapidly evolving world, it is crucial for affiliate programs to continually adapt to accommodate the latest market trends. This award goes to the program which has seen the most drastic improvements being made, yielding significant growth of brand outreach across the board.

MOST PLAYED GAME 2024

The Most Played Game Award acknowledges the epitome of gaming popularity. Judges seek titles with widespread appeal, engaging gameplay mechanics, lasting player retention, community impact, and enduring cultural significance in the gaming world.

BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN 2024

The best marketing campaign is the one merging influential global outreach with a steady grip on retention strategies. satisfying long-term commitments alongside the short.

BEST WORK PLACE 2024

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This award celebrates the effort and advancements made by pioneering workplaces to accommodate the new demands of a post-pandemic world.

BEST INTEGRATED RESORT 2024

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The Best Integrated Resort Award honours excellence in creating immersive destinations. Judges seek innovative designs, seamless integration of entertainment, hospitality, and gaming, exceptional guest experiences, sustainable practices, and a positive impact on the community.

BEST METAVERSE PROJECT 2024

The Best Metaverse Project Award recognizes outstanding innovation, creativity, and advancement in the development of immersive digital worlds and experiences. This award celebrates projects that push the boundaries of virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain technology, and social interaction, fostering new forms of expression, collaboration, and entertainment within the metaverse.

Meet Our Hosts And Judges

💡Business leaders 

⭐Industry veterans 

Want to get involved as one of the judges? Contact Emily.

HOST

Mark Borg

SiGMA TV Presenter

HOST

Lilly Douse

CEO At MOV3

Dmytro Petrenko

CEO & Founder At CPA Aff

Paulo Mendes

CEO & Founder At Betmedia Agency

Mario Fiorini

Director & Co-Founder At IGA Group

Roger Strickland

Director At CSB

Mark Knighton

Advisory Board Member At Compianza AB

Sergio Muscat

Founder At Oxygia Consulting

Emilio Takas

Head of SEO At Kingbet Media

Dmytro Paliants

CEO At Mayhem Partners

Alessio Crisantemi

Managing Director At GiocoNews

Michelle Dvorak

Owner & CEO At MetroNY

Vincenzo Armato

Founder At Adv Revolution

Max Trafimovich

Chief Commercial Officer at SOFTSWISS

Charity Auction Items

A live auction will take place during the awards ceremony, with luxury items and specially commissioned artworks going under the hammer for charity. All proceeds are diverted towards SiGMA Foundation projects

Spanish Dancer

Tommy Zegan

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Golden Echoes

Derek Mason

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African Gaming Cats

Edo

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Last One Standing

Peter Seychell

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“Africa Blockchain" Augmented Reality (AR) SoundBYTE

Amrita Sethi

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Winged Chaos

Victoria Sargsyan 

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Proceeds from this fundraiser go towards SiGMA Foundation projects. Find out more about upcoming events and expeditions. 

FAQs

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Anyone working in the gambling industry can nominate a company, project, or person in one of the listed categories. The five best nominations will be shortlisted with the winner to be selected through a combination of judges (70% votes) and the public (30%).
Deadline to nominate: TBA | Deadline to vote: TBA | Winners revealed: TBA

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