Gambling spending South Africa comparison showing R1.5 trillion turnover vs R74.9 billion GGR with a large turnover bar and smaller revenue bar.
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Is South Africa Really Spending R1.5 Trillion on Gambling?

South Africa’s gambling industry recorded more than R1.5 trillion in turnover during FY2024/25. That figure has drawn significant attention, but understanding what it means requires knowing how gambling turnover is measured and how it differs from what bettors actually spend.