VeliTech, a global powerhouse in turnkey iGaming technology and an emerging player in the South African market, has clinched the title of Best Casino Provider at the Sigma Africa 2025 Awards. This accolade recognises the company’s growing influence in the region and comes as operators across the continent grapple with unstable internet infrastructure, mobile accessibility, and the demands of highly regulated markets.
"This award reflects our experience in the African market. However, it is fortuitous considering we have only just entered South Africa earlier this year. This reflects the impact of our advanced iGaming ecosystem, and the growing confidence and trust operators have in our technology to fuel their success,” said Petro Magos, Regional Representative for VeliTech South Africa.
The VeliTech approach is rooted in AI-driven solutions and local market adaptation—is already reshaping digital gaming ecosystems, with operators seeing tangible results in revenue growth and user engagement.
At Sigma, the demand for mobile gaming in Africa was palpable, especially in expanding markets. “Seeing the event double in size this year was inspiring. This is indicative of the industry’s growth in this vibrant market,” remarked Magos.
On top of the list of operators’ needs are casino apps, alternative payment options (such as mobile money and cryptocurrency), and content tailored to local markets, including games, payments, and support in local languages.
The event also revealed lower operational costs compared to other regions as a notable advantage for African operators, making localisation of solutions even more crucial to their success. In this, Magos noted the significant role AI and Machine Learning (ML) will play in this industry’s growth.
“The tailwinds of AI are pushing everyone to adopt AI and ML into our platforms, which will create tremendous pressure on competition in the industry. The big question is, how far do we push the envelope?”
Additionally, Magos highlighted how inspiring it was to witness the highlights of women in gaming taking centre stage, which he believes brings much-needed diversity to our industry.
It was also noted that the Sigma conference revealed the true strength of licensed solutions in the region, especially when it comes to unregulated ‘grey’ operators. In fact, it was evident that there were very few grey operators in the region. This demonstrates the growing importance of obtaining a license in the region and that the market is ready to comply.
The company’s ML-driven ecosystem demonstrates notable results for African operators, boasting 8x Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) growth and a 15% boost in Daily Active Users (DAU). Leading African brands like Choplife, and CASONGO have reaped the benefits of this iGaming infrastructure from Velitech. To put it in perspective, it integrates more than 30,000 games globally, 100+ sports betting options, and service to over 40 million users worldwide.
At the core of VeliTech is a deep understanding of Africa’s unique market landscape. By developing solutions that address regional challenges such as internet stability and mobile accessibility, the company has established itself as the go-to technology partner in highly regulated markets like South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
"In Africa, success hinges on local expertise and adaptability. The iGaming landscape here is unlike anywhere else, and we’ve embraced a personalised, market-specific approach to drive sustainable growth," explained Giorgi Aleksidze, CEO at VeliTech.
VeliTech exemplifies region-focused innovation through its work with CASONGO in Central Africa. Recognizing local challenges like limited smartphone access, VeliTech created a managed iGaming platform that includes mobile money payments, a USSD betting interface for greater accessibility, and an ML-powered CRM for automating player engagement.
These innovations propelled CASONGO’s growth, resulting in an 8x increase in GGR and doubled DAU within six months, showcasing the impactful contributions from VeliTech.
“The African market represents a crucial milestone in global expansion for VeliTech. By combining innovative technology with deep local expertise, we're positioned to transform how iGaming operators succeed in this dynamic region," Aleksidze said.