Online bingo is strictly prohibited in Sudan under Islamic Sharia Law and national legislation that completely bans all forms of gambling (1). Sudan's legal framework treats gambling as "Maisir" (a forbidden vice) and views it as harmful exploitation with serious social and moral consequences (1). The Criminal Law Act of 1991, based on Islamic principles, explicitly prohibits all gambling activities including online bingo with no legal exceptions or licensing framework whatsoever (2). The government maintains a zero-tolerance approach toward gambling to preserve moral values and comply with Islamic religious teachings (1).
No regulatory body oversees gambling in Sudan because all forms of gambling are completely banned with no licensing procedures or legal pathways for establishing gambling operations (1). Under Sudanese law, individuals caught participating in online bingo face imprisonment, substantial fines, and potentially corporal punishment as determined by Sharia courts (2). Online gambling is specifically prohibited, with the government blocking access to offshore gambling websites and Internet Service Providers required to restrict access to gambling platforms (1). The Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Interior, and the National Council for Religious Affairs coordinate enforcement efforts to ensure compliance with the gambling ban (2).
"Gambling in Sudan is completely banned, with no legal options whatsoever for any type of gambling. Lotteries, sports betting, casino games, bingo, and online gambling are all barred. Engaging in or promoting such activities is considered a criminal offense, and Sudanese authorities are vigilant to catch illegal gambling operations."
Sudanese residents who attempt to access online bingo through offshore platforms operate in violation of national law and Islamic principles (1). Penalties for online gambling participation are equally severe as those for land-based gambling, with no distinction made between the two forms of illegal activity (2). The government's strict enforcement approach includes surveillance of public and online areas, raids on suspected gambling operations, and prosecution of offenders through both criminal courts and Sharia law courts (1). Sudan shows no signs of reconsidering its gambling prohibition, with the government maintaining its conservative stance rooted in Islamic teachings and cultural values, making changes to the current ban extremely unlikely in the foreseeable future (2).
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-sudan/
https://cms.law/en/int/expert-guides/cms-expert-guide-to-gambling-laws-in-africa/republic-of-sudan
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
