Casino gaming is a popular pastime in many parts of Africa, with the industry expected to reach $40 billion in revenue by the year 2025. There is tremendous opportunity for growth in this market with a population of over 1.3 billion people and casino developers are beginning to recognise this.
One driver of casino popularity is access to technology and increasing smartphone penetration rates. As the tech becomes more affordable and internet connections improve, more citizens of African countries are able to play live casino games online, rather than heading out to a venue.
Although casino tourism is another area of growth in Africa. Developers are seeing that tourists are coming from all around the world to enjoy new cuisine, landscapes and cultural experiences have money to spend and casinos are a high demand entertainment destination.
Here are just a few of the biggest and most popular casino resorts that can be found in locations throughout Africa:
Biggest resorts in Africa. Photo/BBC
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Sun City Resort and Casino – Rustenburg, South Africa
If you are looking for a holiday resort to visit in South Africa, you will have come across the prominent Sun City located between the Elands River and the Pilanesberg Mountain. The destination comprises a number of sub-resorts, including the Sun City Resort and Casino.
One of the big selling points of this location is the nearby Valley of Waves, which is two hours from the land locked Johannesburg and gives tourists the opportunity to combine surfing and safari tours into their South African adventure.
The casino at Sun City Resort first opened in 1979, now fully refurbished the venue is home to hundreds of electronic slot machines and more than 40 table games. For a more exclusive experience, guests can become Sun MVG cardholders to enjoy VIP gaming and access to the exclusive Salon Privé.
For food and drink in Sun City there is a variety of fine dining restaurants, pool bars, snack shacks and lounges. You can enjoy all kinds of cuisine, from Italian as Casa Bella and African as the Crocodile Lounge to Indian dishes at The Raj.
Casino de Maurice – Mauritius
On the beautiful African Island of Mauritius you will find the Casino de Maurice. This venue is located in Curepipe, a central spot for tourists visiting from around the world.
At Casino de Maurice, the oldest casino on the island, you will find a great selection of jackpot and progressive video slot machines as well as table games such as poker, blackjack and roulette.
There is also a bar serving a variety of beverages. This might not be the biggest casino but it is a warm, welcoming space for both international guests and locals on the island.
The Gold Reef City Casino – South Africa
The Biggest Casino Resorts in Africa. Photo/Online Casino SOuth Africa
Gold Reef City is situated in the south side of Johannesburg and is constructed on an old gold mine that closed in the 1970s.You will see many references to the gold rush in the design and decoration of venues in the city.
There are many entertainment attractions in Gold Reef, including everything from roller coasters and water rides to museums and shops. One of the most visited destinations is the grand Gold Reef City Casino.
The Gold Reef City Casino provides the ultimate gaming experience with over 1450 electronic slot machines and 51 table games. VIPs and high rollers are able to access the private gaming room and lounge areas.
At the tables, players can join in with baccarat, poker, roulette and blackjack. To add another layer of excitement there is a Floor Mystery Jackpot linked to eight selected casino tables that can be triggered at any time.
Between visits to the casino, Gold Reef City guests can explore the various retail stores with both traditional local items and international brands. There are also meeting and conference facilities for business travellers too.
Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino – Windhoek, Namibia
While in the beautiful Southern African country of Namibia, a visit to the central Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino is a must. It is one of the biggest and most notable landmarks in Windhoek.
The hotel side has 173 luxury rooms and suites, pool, gum and rooftop bar and restaurant. On the casino gaming floor there are more than 130 gaming tables and machines to choose from.
Following a session at the casino, guests can refuel at the Dunes international buffet or take in the magnificent views at the Stratos restaurant and bar. This destination also caters for wedding parties in the dazzling Avani Suite lounge and can facilitate business conferences with both intimate and larger meeting spaces.
These are just a few of the casino venue options that you can find across Africa. Investment in developing these types of destinations is growing rapidly as the casino tourism industry begins to thrive and develop to provide new entertainment and employment opportunities.
