The Ghana Gaming Commission has revealed that between 20 and 30 percent of individuals struggling with gambling addiction in the country are women.
A 2023 survey by TGM Research revealed that 41.7 percent of Ghanaians participated in sports betting in the past year, making Ghana one of the top four African countries in betting engagement.
Ghana's gambling industry is growing steadily, with around 25 licensed sports betting operators, 12 online casinos, and 24 physical casinos regulated by the Gaming Commission.
Speaking on the issue during a visit to The Multimedia Group, Commissioner of the Ghana Gaming Commission, Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo, expressed concern over the increasing number of women involved in gambling. "Gambling is no longer just a male-dominated activity; women are increasingly involved.
