The government has already taken steps, including raising taxes on operators from 13% to 40% and increasing withholding tax on winnings from 15% to 25%. Licensing has become more selective, and unlicensed betting machines have been seized and destroyed, with some betting shops also closed. The Rwanda Development Board took over gambling oversight in 2024, introducing a National Gambling Policy aimed at reducing social harm, increasing revenue, and strengthening industry control.

However, these measures have not eradicated the problem. Lawmakers have warned that excessively high taxes could push operators and gamblers towards unlicensed platforms or offshore services, complicating enforcement. The shift towards digital betting, accessible via smartphones, presents a new challenge, making it harder to monitor and control than physical betting shops or machines.

Senator Murigande likened the situation to the government's response to illicit alcohol, suggesting that gambling requires a similarly robust approach. He highlighted how betting affects families, with working parents struggling to meet educational expenses due to money being spent on gambling, and linked it to family breakdown. The Prime Minister acknowledged the persistence of the issue, admitting that existing actions have not fully resolved the problem and that the government will explore additional solutions.