Gambling as a Contested Space Within the Gambling Terrain: the Harm, Ramifications and Vision for the Future in Regulated Gambling Spaces
M. P Chingozha1, Y. Chingozha2, M. Mawere3, H. Hlongwana4
1M. P Chingozha, Lecturer, Zimbabwe Open University Faculty of Applied Social Sciences & Faculty of Commerce and Law, Zimbabwe.
2Y. Chingozha, Zimbabwe Open University Faculty of Applied SocialSciences & Faculty of Commerce and Law, Zimbabwe.
3M. Mawere, Zimbabwe Open University Faculty of Applied Social Sciences & Faculty of Commerce and Law, Zimbabwe.
4H. Hlongwana, Zimbabwe Open University Faculty of Applied Social Sciences & Faculty of Commerce and Law, Zimbabwe.
Manuscript received on 04 April 2022 | Revised Manuscript received on 10 April 2022 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 May 2022 | Manuscript published on 30 May 2022 | PP: 34-41 | Volume-2 Issue-1, May 2022 | Retrieval Number: 100.1/ijef.F168810060224 | DOI : 10.54105/ijef.F1688.02010522
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Abstract: The status of gambling in the world is on an upward trajectory. It is increasing by day as players and operators are seeking the excitement that comes with new games. Africa is not an exception as revealed by the results of a study carried out in Zimbabwe. There is so much interest in the gaming activities from virtually all demographic levels. The interest from foreign investors within the industry is equally on a high compared to the yesteryear. The question that has continued to worry the regulator within this industry is the sudden interest when other sectors of the economy are seemingly on a low. Traditionally, gambling has been viewed negatively and those seen to be patronizing the casino sites were labelled. The views appear to be warming up to the extent that many opportunities are now being presented by the industry. Many economic benefits are now being realized to the extent that section 53(2) of the lotteries and gaming act in Zimbabwe is obligating the institution to take up socio economic support within various sectors of economy.
Keywords: Gambling, Gambling Harm, Responsible Gambling, Socio Economic Support
Scope of the Article: Economics