SA political party backs online gaming regulatory bill

The National Gambling Amendment Bill, which introduces a regulated and controlled online gambling regime in South Africa in preference to banning the Internet pastime has received the support of the Inkatha Freedom Party.

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Tue, September 18th, 2007

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