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Jamaica Racetrack Warns Against OTBs

Jamaica Racetrack Warns Against OTBs

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

The casino issue is not the only gaming-related business occupying Jamaican lawmakers. An application for an OTB license and suggested amendments to the betting laws have thrown the government-owned horseracing monopoly, the Caymanas Track (l.), into full panic mode.

Venezuela Powers Down Casinos

Venezuela Powers Down Casinos

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

In the face of a worsening shortage of electricity, the Venezuelan government has announced new steps to stretch what electric power it has while awaiting future results from new investment. Hard hit are casinos and bingo halls (l.).

South African License Open for Bids

South African License Open for Bids

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

Another South African casino license, currently held by the Hemingways Casino (l.), is nearing the end of its validation period. The provincial gaming board is calling for would-be operators to submit their plans for a hotel-casino development project.

Nigeria Gets Sun Casino

Nigeria Gets Sun Casino

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

Sun International is known for its casino resorts throughout South Africa. The company has now established itself in Nigeria with a hotel and casino, the Federal Palace Hotel (l.), in the heart of that nation’s business district.

Australian Casino Staff Vote Yes to Strike

Australian Casino Staff Vote Yes to Strike

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

With Tabcorp spending A$575 million on Star City’s renovation and revenue last quarter reportedly up over 11 percent, workers at the casino are feeling left out.

Century Casinos to Buy Silver Dollar

Century Casinos to Buy Silver Dollar

by Staff

Sat, Dec 26, 2009

Canadian-Austrian company takes over Calgary casino from Evergreen Gaming Corp. CEOs promise to upgrade once deal goes through in first-quarter 2010.