FSGLTA MANDATE

The Free State Gambling, Liquor and Tourism Authority (FSGLTA) is a public entity established to regulate, promote, and develop the gambling, liquor, and tourism sectors in the Free State Province. Its mandate is derived from the Free State Gambling, Liquor and Tourism Act No. 3 of 2024 (as amended) and is guided by a comprehensive legislative and policy framework.

Policy and Legislative Framework

FSGLTA’s operations are underpinned by a range of national and provincial legislation:

• Gambling:
  • Free State Gambling, Liquor & Tourism Act No. 3 of 2024 (as amended)
  • National Gambling Act No. 7 of 2004
  • These Acts empower the Authority to license, regulate, and monitor gambling activities within the Province, ensuring compliance and responsible gambling practices.
• Liquor:
  • Free State Gambling, Liquor & Tourism Act No. 3 of 2024 (as amended)
  • National Liquor Act No. 59 of 2003
  • The Authority is responsible for regulating the retail, distribution, and micro-manufacturing of liquor, promoting safe and lawful trading practices.
• Tourism:
  • Free State Gambling, Liquor & Tourism Act No. 3 of 2024 (as amended)
  • National Tourism Act No. 3 of 2014
  • These Acts guide the Authority’s role in tourism development, including destination marketing, product development, and the regulation and registration of tourist guides.
• Phakisa Major Events:
  • Free State Gambling, Liquor & Tourism Act No. 3 of 2024 (as amended)
  • Historical reference: Phakisa Major Sport Events and Development Corporation Act, 1997 (repealed)
  • The Authority oversees the Phakisa precinct and supports major sport and tourism events as strategic economic drivers.

Additional enabling legislation includes the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) No. 1 of 1999, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, Companies Act No. 71 of 2008, Labour Relations Amendment Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (1996).

Alignment with National and Provincial Policies

FSGLTA works closely with national entities such as the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, National Gambling Board, National Liquor Authority, and South African Tourism. These partnerships ensure that the Authority’s programmes are aligned with national priorities and that policy implementation responds to the unique needs of the Free State. FSGLTA also provides input into national policy reviews to influence outcomes that support inclusive growth and development in the Province.

Through its programmes, FSGLTA contributes to economic growth, investment attraction, job creation, and responsible sector governance in the Free State.