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Why Online Gambling is Addictive & Dangerous
Online gambling has grown 550% in the last four years and now makes up 70% of all gambling revenue in SA. It leads to serious harms: debt, relationship breakdown, mental health issues, and even suicide risk. A 2024/2025 report showed a 55% increase in people seeking help for gambling addiction, with young men and students particularly affected. Because it feels private and anonymous, many people hide the problem until it becomes a crisis. It also targets people under financial pressure, offering “quick wins” that rarely happen.
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