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A lifeline for Kenyan football as Dafabet cleared to operate

Kenyan football received a major boost on Friday after the government cleared betting firm Dafabet to start full operations.

The Asian company was among the betting firms whose licences were not renewed by the government over tax issues.

Their exit from the market rendered National Super League (NSL) side Shabana FC without a sponsor, as they were the main shirt partners.

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But on Friday, the company confirmed in a statement seen by Goal they have complied fully with all the new government regulations and requirements and have already resumed services.

“Having complied fully with all new government regulations and requirements – international sports betting brand Dafabet has resumed all services to its growing customer base in Kenya,” confirmed the statement seen by Goal.