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      <image:caption>A TMO reviews match footage using upgraded technology to assess potential foul play during a URC fixture. The league will maintain its specialized review system this season. (Photo: Spotika Rugby)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Pieter-Steph du Toit and Damian de Allende train with the Springboks, who have rested the duo for the upcoming clash against Australia in Perth. (Photo: Spotika Rugby)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Rassie Erasmus celebrates on the pitch after masterminding South Africa’s commanding 3-1 series victory over New Zealand. Rugby legends praised his tactical genius following the win. (Photo: Spotika Rugby)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Scrum-half Haashim Pead prepares for a new chapter as he nears a long-term deal with the Stormers following his exit from the Lions. (Photo: Spotika Rugby)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Shaun Edwards watches from the sidelines during a high-stakes test match, fueling speculation of a potential return to the international coaching arena. (Photo: Spotika Rugby)</image:caption>
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      <gnews:publication_date>2026-09-20T17:00:19.481Z</gnews:publication_date>
      <gnews:title>DRC Ministry of Finance Takes Full Regulatory Control Over Gambling Sector</gnews:title>
      <gnews:keywords>drc, gambling regulation, igaming, africa gaming, tax policy, Igaming news</gnews:keywords>
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      <image:title>DRC Ministry of Finance Takes Full Regulatory Control Over Gambling Sector</image:title>
      <image:caption>A government official reviews licensing documents at a Kinshasa betting terminal as the Ministry of Finance formalizes oversight of the gambling sector. (Photo: Igaming news)</image:caption>
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