Mauritius Gambling Regulator Suspends Bet 593 Ltd as Money Laundering Probe Leads to Director’s Arrest

Authorities in Mauritius have ordered the immediate suspension of betting activities operated by Bet 593 Ltd following an investigation into suspected money laundering.

The directive was issued by the country’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) after the regulator completed an internal inquiry and referred the matter to the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC), which subsequently led to the arrest of the company’s director on provisional money laundering charges.

The suspension was formally announced in a directive dated 4 March 2026. Under the order, Bet 593 Ltd has been instructed to immediately cease all betting operations related to both local horse racing and international football.

The directive also applies to the company’s online platforms and physical betting outlets across the country, with operations halted while the investigation continues.

The FCC has since filed provisional charges against the director of Bet 593 Ltd under the country’s financial crime laws. Authorities have not released further details about the case, but the situation remains under active investigation and additional developments are expected.

Bet 593 Ltd only recently entered the Mauritian betting market, having obtained its operating licence in the summer of 2025. Shortly afterward, the company became a sponsor of the Bicentenary Cup organized by the MTCJC in Mauritius.

The regulator said the suspension was designed to prevent the potential continuation of illicit financial activity while the FCC assesses the case. The enforcement action affects both of the company’s main revenue-generating divisions—sports betting and horse racing wagering.

Officials indicated that the decision to halt the company’s activities was a targeted and precautionary measure aimed at stopping any possible unlawful financial flows. The GRA described the move as a procedural step following its internal investigation and referral of findings to law enforcement authorities.

In its statement, the regulator confirmed that the company’s director had been arrested and charged provisionally with money laundering following the referral made to the FCC.

The case reflects a growing emphasis among regulators worldwide on strict anti-money laundering controls in the gambling sector. Internationally, regulators increasingly connect AML compliance with wider consumer protection responsibilities.

For example, the UK Gambling Commission frequently highlights anti-money laundering breaches and failures related to social responsibility when taking enforcement action against gambling operators in the United Kingdom.

These actions demonstrate how regulators are increasingly linking financial crime prevention with broader obligations tied to responsible gambling oversight.

As of now, Bet 593 Ltd has not released a public statement responding to the suspension or the allegations surrounding the investigation.

By fLEXI tEAM