[Image: Flickr]There are plenty of terrible headlines out there at the moment, but this one might just be one of the saddest reflections of the state of affairs in South Africa. This makes gambling one of the fastest-growing industries in South Africa, far outpacing other sectors, even education services. Worse still, when looking at how households spend money on fun activities like sports, gyms, games, books, and tickets, Stats SA found that more than half of that money (54.5%) goes to gambling. The tragic numbers highlight how gambling has become ‘a normal part’ of household spending for many South Africans. If you, or anyone else, suspect you may have a gambling problem, get in touch with Responsible Gambling South Africa for free on 0800 006 008 Or WhatsApp/SMS HELP To 076 675 0710.