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SportPesa moves to court to challenge Government on suspension

English Premier League side Everton toured Kenya at the invitation of SportPesa from July 3- 9, 2019. [Courtesy]

Betting firm SportPesa has sued the Government for betting losses after the state switched-off their pay bills and shortcodes.

Pevans East African Limited, which owns SportPesa, says they are seeking compensation for money lost since the shutdown began.

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