SOFTSWISS has announced a partnership with PantherBet, a new brand powered by the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook and SOFTSWISS Casino Platform. The launch was described as another milestone for the iGaming software provider in South Africa, affirming its commitment to supporting “ambitious, locally licensed operators.”
The National Gambling Board (NGB) recently announced that South Africa recorded a gambling turnover of EUR 75.47 billion ($88.77 billion) during the 2024/25 financial year, up from around EUR 55.3 billion ($65 billion) in 2023/24.
This year-on-year increase reflects continued expansion in regulated gambling activity, particularly within licensed betting channels, and underscores the growing scale and commercial relevance of the South African market, the company noted.
Against this backdrop, PantherBet launched in September with the ambition to become “one of South Africa’s leading premium destinations offering responsible, innovative, market-leading entertainment.”
“The operator’s approach centres on modern design, intuitive user experience, and a strong commitment to building long-term trust with players. By partnering with SOFTSWISS, PantherBet is leveraging technology that has already been tested in multiple regulated markets, including Europe, LatAm, and Africa,” the company noted.
“Partnering with operators who share our dedication to responsibility and high-quality entertainment is central to our strategy,” said Miranda Guliashvili, Head of Regional Growth at SOFTSWISS.
“PantherBet entered the market with a clear vision and a focus on quality, performance, and local relevance. Our award-winning technology has helped operators around the world grow and differentiate their offerings, and we see enormous potential in PantherBet as they continue developing their presence in the region.”
“Our purpose as a company is to provide responsible, safe, and accessible entertainment while becoming one of the most innovative, reputable, and trusted leaders in our industry,” said Andrey Rozhkov, CEO at PantherBet.
“Partnering with SOFTSWISS supports that purpose. The company’s global reputation, compliance expertise, and proven ability to empower premium brands give us the foundation to grow with confidence and bring South Africans a truly world-class experience.”
SOFTSWISS said that it remains committed to supporting operators in South Africa and other regulated markets with both technology and insight. The company also continues to share its market knowledge through industry resources, including the South Africa: iGaming Market Overview 2025 and the newly released 2026 iGaming Trends report, providing data-driven guidance for operators and partners planning their next steps in the region.
Original article: https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2025/12/23/116930-softswiss-partners-with-pantherbet-as-south-africas-regulated-betting-market-expands
