By Foday Moriba Conteh
During a well-attended ceremony held on Saturday, 9th May 2026, at the New Brookfields Hotel on New England Ville in Freetown, Choplife Gaming officially launched its ‘ChopWin’ online casino platform in Sierra Leone. The colorful event attracted key stakeholders from Government, the private sector, youth groups and women’s organizations, highlighting the growing importance of the gaming industry as an emerging contributor to employment, entertainment and community development in Sierra Leone.
Addressing the gathering, the Operations Manager of ChopWin SL, Dikcor Kargbo, described ChopWin as a rapidly growing African gaming brand already operating in ten countries across East, West and Southern Africa. He explained that the company first expanded into countries such as Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia before entering the Sierra Leonean market.
Dikcor Kargbo disclosed that ChopWin has already been operating in Sierra Leone for the past eight months and has built strong collaboration with local communities. He noted that the company has supported several grassroots initiatives, particularly football development in communities such as Charlton.
“We are giving back to communities because ChopWin is for Sierra Leoneans. Our company here is fully run by Sierra Leoneans and we want people to see this platform as their own,” Dikcor Kargbo said.
He also highlighted the company’s payment infrastructure, describing it as one of the most reliable systems in Sierra Leone.
“We have the most seamless and reliable payment system in Sierra Leone, which can be attested to by our partners,” he stated.
According to Dikcor Kargbo, the platform offers seamless mobile transactions and instant withdrawals using users’ phone numbers without the need for lengthy banking procedures.
“Users do not face delays with deposits or withdrawals. We are fast with payments and our system is designed to provide convenience and excitement for all categories of players,” he explained.
He further noted that ChopWin provides a wide range of casino and gaming options tailored for different users while maintaining a secure and reliable payment system.
Dikcor Kargbo stressed that the company strongly advocates for responsible betting, consumer protection and proper regulation of the gaming industry. He added that the platform has been designed to prevent underage access and is strictly intended for adults.
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The launch featured a panel discussion on responsible gaming, regulation and youth protection; a conversation many attendees described as timely and necessary.
Speaking during the discussion, Honourable Ibrahim Barrie, Member of Parliament, Bombali District, emphasized the need for betting activities to be conducted responsibly and within safe limits. He warned that addiction remains a major challenge, especially among young people already vulnerable to drug abuse and other social pressures.
“Young people should engage responsibly and not become addicted,” Honourable Ibrahim Barrie said. “Betting should never become harmful. In some parts of the world, gaming creates opportunities and livelihoods, but regulation and awareness are very important.”
He called for enforceable regulatory frameworks, age restrictions and betting limits to protect vulnerable groups. He also referenced the United Kingdom as an example of a country where betting companies operate under strict laws and safer systems.
“We must leverage the positive side of gaming while carefully managing the challenges that come with it,” he added. “Awareness and education are critical.”
Honourable Ibrahim Barrie also addressed the cultural perception of betting in Sierra Leone, noting: “What we call gambling, other people call investment and what we call ‘laybeleh’ is what other people call networking.” However, he cautioned that betting should never be treated as a primary source of income.
“Nobody should take betting as a means of survival. It should just be optional,” he stressed.
Also speaking during the discussion, John Buckle, representing the Ministry of Social Welfare and serving as Deputy Chairman for the Youth Committee, emphasized that children under the age of 18 must not be allowed to participate in any form of gaming.
“One key area of responsible gaming is protecting children. People below 18 years should not be involved in betting or gaming activities,” he said.
John Buckle encouraged the Government to create a friendly but effective regulatory environment for both operators and users while urging ChopWin to continuously educate customers on responsible gambling practices. He also advised betting companies to introduce spending limit systems for users on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.
“We are not asking the Government to impose harsh policies against betting operators but rather to create policies that are friendly for both operators and users,” he stated.
Head of Brand Experience at Choplife Gaming, Julie Rozand, acknowledged concerns surrounding gaming addiction and said the company deliberately initiated discussions with Government and regulators to ensure a safer gaming environment in Sierra Leone.
“We know there are addictive aspects associated with gaming and that is why we want these conversations with Government and stakeholders,” she said.
Julie Rozand revealed that the company is considering introducing additional support systems, including user help lines and awareness tools aimed at promoting responsible gaming.
“It is important for us to create the safest and best environment possible for our users. This is only one of many conversations we intend to have,” she concluded.
The successful launch of ChopWin.sl has been widely viewed as a significant moment for Sierra Leone’s evolving digital entertainment sector, particularly because of the company’s emphasis on responsible gaming, local participation, and community engagement.
Industry observers at the event praised the organizers for creating a platform that not only promotes innovation and investment but also encourages open dialogue on youth welfare, regulation and social responsibility within the gaming industry.
