Lottery activities are legal in Burkina Faso and regulated under Law No. 024-96/AN, passed in 1996, which established a comprehensive regulatory framework for gambling activities. The Loterie Nationale Burkinabè (LONAB) was created in 1967 and holds a monopoly over lottery products in the country, operating 1,372 sales points throughout the nation with 252 employees (1). The organization was initially established as the National Voltaic Lottery and adopted its current name in 1984 through Ordinance No. 8443/CNR/PRES.
The Burkinabé Gaming and Betting Control Commission serves as the primary regulatory body overseeing gambling activities under the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Security. This commission is responsible for licensing, conducting inspections at gambling facilities, and ensuring all operators comply with Burkinabé gambling laws (2). The Directorate-General of Administrative Laws and Regulations participates in formulating and updating gambling laws to keep pace with modern practices and industry developments.
"The license holders are permitted to offer casino games and operate lotteries through the LONAB or lotteries of Burkina Faso. As mentioned, LONAB possesses a monopoly over the lottery products."
LONAB operates under the slogan "Lots to the lucky winners, the benefits to the whole nation," with profits generated from lottery activities contributing to finance socio-economic works including construction and equipment of hospitals, dispensaries, maternities, and schools. The organization also supports sports events such as the Tour du Faso cycling and national football championship, along with cultural events like the National Week of Culture (1). The minimum legal age for participating in lottery games is 18 years, and operators must verify player ages to prevent minor participation.
Source:
https://www.africanlotteries.com/en/node/95
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-burkina-faso/
Last updated: 16-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
