Tunisia's Promosport Issues Tender for Multichannel Betting Infrastructure

Tunisia is moving forward with a significant technological overhaul of its state-controlled gambling sector. The national operator, Promosport, has officially launched a tender for a new multichannel platform. Listed under reference 20260901807-TUNEPS, the project aims to integrate sports betting, lotteries, and various games of chance under a single technological umbrella. Interested suppliers are required to submit their bids by November 5. The procurement process is handled through the Tunisian Online E-Procurement System and is overseen by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

This development is particularly noteworthy as it occurs while Tunisia evaluates its legislative framework for gambling. In January, a group of 23 members of parliament submitted a proposal to amend Decree-Law No. 20 of 1974, which currently governs lotteries and betting. The goal of these reforms is to adapt the market to digital requirements and establish clear regulations for online gambling. Promosport, operating under government supervision, serves as the central figure in this transition.

Numbers and facts

The economic expectations for the new platform are ambitious. According to previous statements by Adel Zeramdini, Chairman and Managing Director of Promosport, the project could generate 100 million Tunisian Dinars (TND) in revenue for the state over ten years. This is equivalent to approximately $32.5 million in total, or about $3.25 million annually. These figures highlight the importance of the gambling sector for the national economy, especially during times of fiscal pressure.

Interestingly, this tender follows a process initiated in September 2025. At that time, a contract for a similar multichannel solution was tendered and subsequently awarded in December 2025. Work was scheduled to begin in January and last for 360 days. The reasons for a new tender remain unclear. There is speculation about whether this represents an expansion of existing infrastructure or a complete change in direction. Promosport has not yet clarified how the new tender relates to the previous contract awarded to an earlier partner.

Background

A look at the past shows that Promosport has already engaged international expertise. In September 2022, Sisal, a part of Flutter Entertainment, secured a contract to manage the Tunisian gaming market for a ten-year term. At the time, the company emphasized the importance of this milestone for its international strategy.

„Winning the tender in Tunisia is a significant achievement for Sisal. Not only does it showcase our lottery expertise and leadership at a local and international level, it demonstrates execution against our strategic ambition to enter into regions which have considerable growth opportunities." - Marco Caccavale, Sisal International Managing Director

Whether the new technological tender complements Sisal's role or sparks new competition for technical control remains to be seen. However, oversight of Promosport stays firmly in state hands. In March, Najeh Delalli was appointed by ministerial order as the Ministry of Finance's representative on the board, underlining the close alignment with government policy.

Why it matters for German players

For players in Germany, developments in Tunisia have no direct impact on daily life but serve as an interesting case study for state-regulated markets. In Germany, the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 (GlüStV 2021) is the governing regulation. While Tunisia is still working on modernizing laws from the 1970s, Germany has already established strict requirements for the online sector. German customers must adhere to a monthly deposit limit of 1,000 Euros via the LUGAS system and are restricted to a maximum stake of 1 Euro per spin on slots. These measures are designed for player protection and addiction prevention, similar to what the Tunisian reforms aim to achieve in the lottery and betting sector.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

Operators with a license from the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) closely monitor international tenders like Promosport's, as they indicate trends in gambling technology. While Tunisia focuses on a multichannel solution, GGL-licensed casinos in Germany must operate highly specialized interfaces to meet player protection and monitoring requirements. The Tunisian approach of state-controlled tendering mirrors the structures of German state lottery companies but also demonstrates the importance of a clear separation between technology providers and state oversight. Anyone playing in Germany should exclusively use providers listed on the official GGL whitelist to ensure legal certainty.