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The Gambling Industry in South Africa
When listing countries across the world where the gambling industry is very healthy, South Africa is definitely one county on the list. This is regardless of the fact that there are slight issues of underground betting and illegal casinos.
If people were to name destinations where gambling is at its peak, it is safe to say South Africa will most likely not be on the list. There is however a couple of racetracks, outlets for lottery and several casinos despite the little or no reputation of areas like Monaco, Las Vegas and Macau.
Gambling is now widespread in recent times when compared with several years back when laws of restriction dating far back to 1673 were in operation. In 1965, an across country ban was officially placed on gambling. In addition, an act was also passed that banned every gambling activity; all except horse racing wagering which was then considered as a sport. Even with the ban, some states still operated casinos and gambl