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The Casablanca Commercial Court has directed Morocco’s leading internet providers to shut the door on offshore gambling platforms that lack approval. The ruling came after Marocaine des Jeux et des Sports (MDJS), the state-owned operator of legal sports betting and lotteries, brought the case forward.
Maroc Telecom, Orange Maroc, and inwi were told they must stop users from reaching unlicensed sites. Judges stressed that providers, as gatekeepers of internet access, are in the best position to curb illegal betting.
To comply, they were instructed to use straightforward tools such as DNS and IP blocking to keep players in Morocco from logging on to these platforms.
Crackdown on unregulated gambling continues
Internet providers that ignore the court order risk fines of 10,000 Moroccan dirhams for every day they fail to block illegal platforms. The case forms part of a wider MDJS push that began in late 2025, which also targets shady payment channels used to fund betting accounts and social media pages that promote unlicensed operators.
Officials say unlicensed sites don’t protect players. Many skip age checks, fair-play controls, and responsible gambling tools, leaving users exposed to losses without legal backup. Supporters believe blocking these sites will keep betting inside Morocco’s legal system, strengthen player safety, and ensure gambling revenue stays in the country for public projects.
However, critics warn some bettors may try to dodge blocks with VPNs or mirror sites, meaning illegal play could continue. Even so, the ruling sends a clear message to unregulated operators that you can’t run without a license in Morocco.
Source: Find More Africa
