South African National Lottery players are competing for an estimated R26.5 million in jackpots across the Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto 5 Max draws for Wednesday, 30 September 2026, according to official reports published by The Citizen and The South African.
Jackpot Estimates for the 30 September 2026 Draw
The total prize pool for the mid-week evening draws reaches R26.5 million, split across three primary games. The flagship Lotto draw carries an estimated jackpot of R17 million. Meanwhile, Lotto Plus 1 offers an estimated R4.5 million, and Lotto 5 Max features an estimated R5 million prize pool, as reported by The Citizen.
Official Winning Numbers
According to results published by The Citizen and The South African, the winning numbers for the Wednesday, 30 September 2026 draws are as follows:
- Lotto: 03, 04, 06, 07, 12, 46 (Bonus: 18)
- Lotto 5 Max: 03, 05, 31, 35, 36, 48 (Bonus: 16)
Ticket Sales and Draw Schedule
South African National Lottery ticket sales close at 8:30 pm on draw nights, with the televised draws taking place at 9:00 pm on e.tv and SABC 2, as noted by The South African. Standard Lotto entries cost R5 per board including VAT, while Lotto Plus requires an additional R2.50 per board, according to The Citizen. Players can purchase entries at lottery outlets or via selected banking apps.
Verifying Winning Tickets
While results typically appear within 10 minutes of the draw, both The Citizen and The South African advise participants that the National Lottery website serves as the sole 100% verified source for official results and historical payouts. Players may need to refresh their browsers to view updated numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lotto Draws
When do Lotto ticket sales close on draw days?
Lottery outlets close ticket sales at 8:30 pm on the evening of the draw, though terms and conditions can vary across selected banking apps and service outlets.
What are the broadcast channels for South African National Lottery draws?
The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto 5 Max draws broadcast every Wednesday and Saturday at 9:00 pm on e.tv and SABC 2.
How much does it cost to play a standard Lotto board?
Lotto entries cost R5 per board including VAT, with Lotto Plus requiring an additional R2.50 per board.