Playtech has expanded its presence in South Africa through a new partnership with Betfred-owned operator LottoStar.

The deal will see more than 100 of Playtech’s casino and live casino games integrated into LottoStar’s platform and made available to its player base across South Africa.

“We are excited to announce our new partnership with LottoStar, one of South Africa’s most recognisable and popular iGaming operators,” said Playtech managing director for Africa Simon Munsamy. “We have seen how strongly Playtech’s games and promotional tools resonate with South African players and anticipate even more success this time around. 

“It is a source of great pride to be working alongside LottoStar to ensure its players enjoy a safe, innovative, and engaging gaming experience.”

A LottoStar spokesperson added: “Introducing over 100 Playtech games marks a pivotal moment for LottoStar. We’re committed to offering our players world-class variety and quality. This partnership brings a new level of excitement to our players’ betting experience, while maintaining both brands’ shared desire to uphold the highest standards of player protection. These innovative games reflect our ambition to deliver the very best to our players.”

Shares in Playtech plc (LSE:PTEC) were trading 0.92 per cent lower at 268.50 pence per share in London earlier Monday.