R111 Million Up For Grabs: South Africa’s Lottery Fever Heats Up
This Friday, March 6th, 2026, South African lottery players have a chance to win a staggering R111 million in the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. The jackpot has swelled thanks to eleven consecutive rollovers, reaching a level not seen since the R179-million win in January.
The Numbers Game: What You Need to Understand
Currently, the PowerBall jackpot stands at R75 million, with an additional R36 million available in the PowerBall Plus draw. Players can participate by selecting five numbers from 1 to 50, and a PowerBall number from 1 to 20, costing R7.50 per board. The odds of hitting the jackpot are approximately 1 in 42,311,200.
Tuesday’s draw (March 3rd, 2026) yielded no winners, with the numbers drawn being: 01, 09, 29, 38, 43 (PowerBall: 15) and 04, 21, 29, 45, 48 (PowerBall Plus: 06). Previous results for February 2026 are available for review on the National Lottery website.
Beyond PowerBall: Lotto and Lotto Plus Draws
Alongside the PowerBall excitement, this week’s Lotto and Lotto Plus draws offer a combined R59 million in prizes. A Lotto ticket costs R5, whereas Lotto Plus 1 and 2 add an additional R2.50 each, for a total of R10. Lotto requires selecting six numbers from 1 to 58, with odds of 1 in 40,411,358 for the jackpot. The average Lotto jackpot payout is R5.95 million, making this week’s prize significantly higher than usual.
The Rise of Quick Pick and Mobile Lottery Apps
ITHUBA, the operator of the National Lottery, has revealed a growing trend: the last two major jackpot winners utilized the auto-generated “Quick Pick” feature through their banking apps. This highlights the increasing convenience and accessibility of lottery participation through digital platforms.
Tickets are available until 20:30 on Friday, March 6th, with the official draw taking place at 21:00. Players can purchase tickets online via the National Lottery website or mobile app, or at participating retailers.
Claiming Your Winnings: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re lucky enough to win, here’s how to claim your prize:
- Up to R2,000: Claimable at retail stores.
- R10,000 to R49,999: Claimable at an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC).
- R50,000 to R249,999: Claimable via EFT through participating banks (excluding African Bank, which has a limit of R49,999).
- R250,000 and above: Requires an in-person visit to an ITHUBA office.
Winners must be 18 years or older, possess a valid ID, and have a South African bank account (no older than three months). Prizes must be claimed within 365 days of the draw date.
Did you know?
The largest PowerBall payout in South African history was R232 million in February 2019.
FAQ: Your Lottery Questions Answered
- What is the deadline to purchase tickets for the Friday, March 6th draw? Tickets are available until 20:30.
- What is the Quick Pick option? It’s an automated number selection feature available through banking apps and the National Lottery platform.
- How long do I have to claim my winnings? You have 365 days from the date of the draw.
- Can I play the lottery online? Yes, through the National Lottery website or mobile app.
Don’t forget – you’ve got to be in it to win it! Explore more lottery results and information on the National Lottery website.
