South African IFP and the NGA Bill

The IFP ( Inkatha Freedom Party ) in South Africa lends its support to watch over a bill that would in essence regulate the online gambling industry.

Professor E.S. Chang gave strong approval for the National Gambling Amendment Bill to the National Assembly, stating that online gambling is a product of the internet's presence and evolution and will always be there for people who wish to gamble. Regulating online gambling should be the goal not prohibition.


Another side of the coin is the benefits that the online casinos, online gambling in general would bring to the country. While this boost to the economy would be welcome, Chang warned that the poor of their society should be made aware that gambling is never beneficial when you don't have the available means to do so. It is entertainment, not a quick fix to gain money.


The NGA Bill sets certain criteria for regulation, mediation and approval of aspects of online gambling such as the games, equipments and player registration.