Online bingo is a legal and regulated activity in Ghana under the Gaming Act, 2006 (Act 721) (1). Bingo falls under the jurisdiction of the Gaming Commission of Ghana, which is responsible for issuing licenses and regulating all games of chance in the country, except for National Lotteries which are overseen by the National Lottery Authority. The Gaming Commission maintains a comprehensive licensing framework that specifically includes online gambling and mobile interactive gaming platforms (1).
Operators wishing to offer online bingo in Ghana must obtain a license from the Gaming Commission and comply with specific regulatory requirements (2). The licensing process includes submitting detailed applications, maintaining minimum bankroll requirements, providing criminal clearance certificates for directors, and submitting tax clearance certificates. Bingo operators are also required to maintain an identifiable office, register their service mark or logo with the Registrar of Companies, and prove partial or wholly Ghanaian ownership (2). The Commission conducts continuous inspections to ensure compliance with gaming devices standards, security requirements, and operational procedures.
"The Gaming Commission is the authority established to regulate, control, monitor and supervise the operation of games of chance in Ghana, with the exception of National Lotteries which fall within the regulatory scope of the National Lottery Authority. The Gaming Act establishes a regulatory regime for gambling in Ghana, including rules on online gambling, age restrictions and advertising".
Online bingo operators in Ghana must adhere to strict compliance standards and operational protocols established by the Gaming Commission (2). Licensed operators are subject to taxation on their gaming revenues and must maintain transparent financial records accessible to the Commission at all times. The Gaming Commission actively monitors bingo operations to ensure fair play, protect players, and prevent illegal gambling activities. Operators who fail to comply with licensing requirements and operational standards face penalties including license suspension or permanent bans from conducting gaming activities in Ghana.
Source:
https://cms.law/en/int/expert-guides/cms-expert-guide-to-gambling-laws-in-africa/ghana
https://www.gamingcommission.gov.gh
Last updated: 31-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
