Programme and Speakers
Here is what to expect during the 2026 EL Industry Days. The programme is now available. Final speakers will be confirmed soon. Stay tuned as we finalize the programme.
Programme now available!
Business Programme
Under the theme ''Lotteries Bridging Continents'', the official business programme will explore how our collective impact is even stronger when we work together and share ideas, best practices, and innovation across borders.
Connecting Europe and Africa is a unique opportunity to address our shared priorities: advancing our positive societal impact, leveraging new technologies, confronting irresponsible and illegal practices, and reaffirming national lotteries as a recognisable and trusted driver of public good.
The programme is brought to you in close collaboration with the hosting lottery, Loterie Nationale (Morocco), the African Lotteries Association (ALA) and the EL Partners.
A rich spectrum of forward‑looking topics shaping the lottery landscape
Expert speakers from both within and beyond the sector will share insights on fostering global collaboration, the Digitalisation of Retail and its impact on player experience, and strategies for Protecting the Lottery Ecosystem from Illegal Gambling. The programme also addresses Innovation with Purpose, highlighting how emerging technologies are redefining the future of lotteries, along with an update on Raising the Bar in Responsible Gaming through the latest EL Standards.
Finally, attendees will gain fresh perspectives on Prediction Markets and their interaction with the broader lottery ecosystem - providing valuable food for thought and practical inspiration for all.
The whole event will be moderated by Asha SUMPUTH, multilingual Mauritian-born journalist, entrepreneur, and media producer who leads major Africa-focused news programmes and platforms while championing sustainability and global development. A perfect match with our main theme.
Lineup of confirmed keynote speakers
The following speakers are now confirmed :
Jim Steele, award‑winning author of Unashamedly Superhuman and founder of Holistic Performance Lab, will share science‑based strategies to help teams perform better, smarter, and stronger together. Geoff Mulgan, Professor of Collective Intelligence at University College London and former Chief Executive of NESTA, will offer visionary insights on innovation, public policy, and the power of collective intelligence to shape societal change. In our session on Protecting the Lottery Ecosystem from Illegal Gambling, Peter Szyszko, CEO and Founder of White Bullet, will provide expert perspectives on combating digital threats and safeguarding the integrity of the lottery sector.
More speakers will be confirmed soon and will be added to our programme.
Evening Programmes
Sunday, June 7 | Welcome to Marrakech
Kick off the Industry Days in style with a welcome reception hosted by EL at the Es Saadi Palace (Dress code: tbc).
Monday, June 8 | EL Level I & II Partners’ Exclusive Dinner
A VIP evening of gourmet dining, refined ambiance and great networking opportunities. Location to be revealed. (Dress code: tbc).
Tuesday, June 9 | Closing Celebration
Experience a spectacular closing dinner hosted by Loterie Nationale Morocco. (Dress Code: tbc).