Powerball and PowerBall Plus: What Tuesday’s R57 Million Draw Means for Lottery Players
This Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, PowerBall and PowerBall Plus offer a combined jackpot of R57 million. While down from recent highs, this still represents a significant opportunity for players, especially following a recent R108-million PowerBall win that ended a fifteen-week rollover streak.
Recent Wins and Jackpot Resets
The recent R108-million jackpot win is a reminder of the potential rewards. But, it similarly means the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpots are resetting. Tuesday’s draw features R52 million for PowerBall and R5 million for PowerBall Plus. Earlier in 2026, a R179-million PowerBall jackpot was claimed in January, second only to the R232 million won in 2019.
Understanding the Odds and Costs
Participating in the lottery requires understanding the odds. A single board costs R7.50 (R5 for PowerBall and R2.50 for PowerBall Plus). The odds of winning the PowerBall jackpot are approximately 1 in 42,310,200. While seemingly daunting, the average PowerBall jackpot payout is R22 million, making Tuesday’s R57 million prize more than double the average.
Looking Back at Recent Draws
For those interested in past results, the winning numbers from Friday, March 20th, 2026, were 05, 08, 11, 17, 41 with a PowerBall of 02. PowerBall Plus numbers were 12, 18, 28, 40, 45 with a PowerBall of 15.
Beyond PowerBall: Lotto and Lotto Plus
Don’t forget about Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2, offering a combined R74-million jackpot. A Lotto board costs R10, and the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 40,310,358. The average Lotto jackpot payout is R5.95 million, making Saturday’s prize almost twelve times the average.
Claiming Your Winnings
If you are fortunate enough to win, the claiming process varies based on the amount. Winnings up to R2,000 can be claimed at retail stores. Amounts between R10,000 and R49,999 require a visit to an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC). Winnings between R49,999 and R249,999 can be claimed via EFT through participating banks (excluding African Bank, which has a limit of R49,999). Anything exceeding R250,000 requires an in-person visit to an ITHUBA office.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time do PowerBall and PowerBall Plus tickets close? Tickets can be purchased until 20:30 on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026.
- Where can I buy tickets? Tickets are available at participating retailers and through the National Lottery website or Mobile App.
- What is the overall chance of winning any prize? While the odds of winning the jackpot are low, the overall chance of winning *any* prize is significantly higher.
- Is the National Lottery operator changing? Yes, the National Lottery operator will be switching in June 2026, but games will continue as usual until then.
Tickets for PowerBall and PowerBall Plus on Tuesday 24 March 2026 are available now. Remember to play responsibly.
