Court sets aside National Lottery licence award involving Parks Tau

1 report, 1 independent Updated Tue 00:00

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What happened

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A Pretoria High Court ruled on November 3, 2026, setting aside the National Lottery and Sports Pools licence award to Sizekhaya. The court found flaws in the licence award process, favoring review applications brought by Ithuba Lottery and Ringeta Consortium. The court declared the agreement between Sizekhaya, Trade Minister Parks Tau, and the National Lotteries Commission invalid, though it suspended the order for 12 months.

From ewn.co.za

Why it matters

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The ruling invalidates a major national contract award in South Africa. Trade Minister Parks Tau has been ordered to reconsider the award without relying on the ministerial committee's recommendations. Furthermore, Sizekhaya, Parks Tau, and the National Lotteries Commission were all ordered to pay legal costs to Ithuba Lottery and Ringeta Consortium.

From ewn.co.za

Who's involved

Parks TauTrade Minister in South Africa involved in the invalidated licence agreement.
South AfricaThe country where the High Court ruling regarding the licence award took place.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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South AfricaSpeculative
South Africa might see changes in national revenue streams related to the national lottery operator.

Coverage

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Tue 00:00ewn.co.za