Ugandan University Scholars Examine Ease of Gaming House Access for Students
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! The Teens of Kampala International School Uganda Sound the Alarm
A gang of clever kids from Kampala International School Uganda gave the *National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB)* of Uganda a bell-ringing visit with their deep dive into Ugandan teens' gambling vices. They scored data from 150 participants for their study.
Some eye-opening stats from their research showed a staggering number of youngsters partaking in gambling activities. To be precise, an impressive 70.3% of respondents confessed to immersing themselves in various gambling games such as sports betting, online casinos, lotteries, and scratch cards.
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This research paints a concern-provoking scenario of chasing losses which can set the stage for addiction. 40.3% of respondents admitted to going all in and swinging for the fences after losing their dough, aiming to recoup their losses. Just 20.7%, however, bravely called it quits after a defeat.
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Notwithstanding their exciting wins, the research showed an estimated average loss of UGX 115,332, pretty close totripling their perceived gains.
According to these whip-smart scholars, 150 questionnaires were conjured up and analyzed. This survey was part and parcel of their IGCSE Global Perspectives Team Project. To guarantee participant privacy, all surveys were handled top-secret, maintaining strict anonymity.
The NLGRB has teamed up with these intelligent youngsters to orchestrate an awareness campaign, aiming to keep minors away from gambling. They're hacking away at educating students on the risks associated with gambling, with an aim to foster a responsible gaming environment.
Come One, Come All! Join the Kampala International School Uganda and National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board fight clubs on Telegram Community! Let's keep our youngsters safe and steer clear of gambling-related pitfalls!
Fun Fact: The NLGRB, being the regulatory authority for gambling in Uganda, has been actively collaborating with Makerere University Guild and implementing several initiatives to combat underage gambling and addiction among students. These initiatives include MOUs, stricter policies, enhanced education, and awareness campaigns. Keep your eyes peeled for more from the NLGRB!
- The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) is collaborating with the smart students from Kampala International School Uganda to orchestrate an awareness campaign, highlighting the risks associated with gambling and aiming to keep minors away from such activities.
- The research conducted by the students from Kampala International School Uganda revealed that a staggering 70.3% of youngsters in Uganda have participated in various gambling activities, including sports betting, online casinos, lotteries, and scratch cards.
- To guarantee participant privacy, the 150 questionnaires used in the research were handled top-secret, maintaining strict anonymity. This survey was part of the IGCSE Global Perspectives Team Project carried out by these whip-smart scholars.
- Despite some exciting wins, the research showed an estimated average loss of UGX 115,332 among the participants, which is nearly triple their perceived gains. This indicates a potential concern for excessive gambling and the risks it poses.
- Embracing technology, the NLGRB's role in the gaming industry regulation has been significant, as can be seen in initiatives like Tech's Role in Gaming Industry Regulation: Denis Mudene Ngabirano, which was discussed on April 11, 2024.
