Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB). Last updated 2026-07-26.
The Limpopo Gambling Board is the provincial statutory body responsible for licensing and regulating casinos, bookmakers, bingo, LPMs and horse-racing betting in Limpopo. It enforces the Limpopo Gambling Act and collects provincial gambling tax on behalf of the Limpopo fiscus.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Limpopo |
| Head office | Polokwane, Limpopo |
| Telephone | +27 15 230 2300 |
| Enquiries | ceo@lgb.co.za |
| Established | 1996 |
| Governing Act | Limpopo Gambling Act 4 of 2013 (as amended) |
| Official site | lgb.org.za |
What the LGB does
The Limpopo Gambling Board is the provincial statutory body responsible for licensing and regulating casinos, bookmakers, bingo, LPMs and horse-racing betting in Limpopo. It enforces the Limpopo Gambling Act and collects provincial gambling tax on behalf of the Limpopo fiscus.
- Issue and renew bookmaker, casino, LPM and bingo licences in Limpopo
- Investigate complaints against Limpopo gambling licensees
- Enforce responsible gambling and self-exclusion for provincial licensees
- Collect provincial gambling tax and levies
- Coordinate with the National Gambling Board on cross-provincial and offshore enforcement
Which operators it licenses
No operator in our current top-nine review set is primary-licensed in Limpopo. The Board primarily licenses land-based casinos and provincial bookmakers. See lgb.org.za for the full licensee register.
How to verify a LGB licence
- Open the Limpopo Gambling Board website at lgb.org.za.
- Navigate to the Licensees or Licensing section.
- Search by operator trading name or by licence number as printed on the operator footer.
- Confirm the licence status is 'Active' and note the expiry date.
- If the licence number in the operator footer does not appear on the LGB register, contact the Board at [email protected] before depositing.
If the licence number in the operator footer does not match the LGB register, do not deposit. Use our licence verifier for a quick cross-check.
Fees, taxes, and levies
Gambling licence fees and provincial gambling tax rates in Limpopo are set by regulation under the Limpopo Gambling Act and reviewed each budget cycle. Provincial gambling tax on bookmaker gross gaming revenue is collected by the Board and remitted through the Limpopo Treasury.
Recent enforcement and policy
- 2026. Continued licensing rounds for bingo operators and independent site operators under gazette notices.
- 2025. Coordinated enforcement with the NGB against unlicensed offshore brands accepting Limpopo customers.
Frequently asked questions
Which national online bookmakers are Limpopo-licensed?
None of the largest online-first bookmakers in South Africa hold their primary bookmaker licence in Limpopo. The Board primarily licenses land-based casinos and smaller provincial bookmakers.
How do I complain about a Limpopo bookmaker?
Complaints are lodged in writing at [email protected]. Include the operator name, licence number, your account number (never your password), and any relevant screenshots.
Are Limpopo-licensed bookmakers legal for players in other provinces?
Yes. A bookmaker licensed by the LGB may accept bets from any South African resident, subject to national law and its licence conditions.