The National Lottery Authority (NLA) announced that it will cease all manual paper‑based lotto operations from Thursday, October 1, 2026. The directive covers every Private Lotto Operator (PLO), agent and writer working under the NLA’s framework.
In a public statement issued on Monday, September 28, the NLA warned that operators who fail to comply will not be permitted to operate and will face the full rigours of the law. “All PLOs, Agents, and Writers who fail to comply with this directive will not be permitted to operate and will face the full rigours of the law,” the Authority stated.
The move marks the end of the country’s paper‑based lotto system and signals a shift toward a more digital and regulated environment. Operators who wish to continue their activities are encouraged to register as Lotto Marketing Companies (LMCs). Those interested have been advised to contact the Authority’s sales managers at regional or district offices nationwide.
Aisha Tackie has been named as the point of contact for registration inquiries; she can be reached at 0247 242 942. For additional questions, the NLA has provided customer service helplines 0266 087 966 and 0266 087 946.
The directive is expected to affect private lotto operators, agents and writers who continue to rely on manual paper‑based systems beyond the October 1 deadline. Operators who do not transition to the new system risk losing their licences and facing legal action.
