According to The Citizen, players are chasing a combined R55 million in jackpots for the PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra draws on Friday, 24 July 2026, with a guaranteed R36 million up for grabs in the main draw and an estimated R19 million for PowerBall Xtra.
Understanding PowerBall Jackpots and Ticket Costs
The main PowerBall jackpot sits at a guaranteed R36 million, while the PowerBall Xtra tier offers an estimated R19 million prize. According to draw details published by The Citizen, entries cost R10 per board including VAT, with an optional R5 per board for PowerBall Plus. Players can purchase tickets through official lottery outlets or selected banking apps, subject to specific terms and conditions.
Pro Tip: Lottery outlets close at 8:30 PM on draw nights, and the official draws take place at 9:00 PM. Make sure to buy your tickets early to avoid missing out.
PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results for 24 July 2026
Winning numbers are published within 10 minutes of each draw. According to The Citizen, the official numbers for the 24 July 2026 draw are:
- PowerBall: 04, 08, 13, 22, 38. Powerball: 01.
- PowerBall Xtra: 14, 16, 22, 37, 42. Powerball: 10.
Players may need to refresh the page to view updated results immediately following the draw.
Did You Know? You can check historical winning numbers for past PowerBall and Lotto draws directly through the official National Lottery platform to track frequency trends over time.
How to Verify Your Lottery Tickets Safely
While publications like The Citizen take great care to ensure accuracy, the publication notes it cannot take responsibility for any errors in published results. Players should verify their numbers on the official National Lottery website before discarding any tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a PowerBall ticket cost?
PowerBall entries cost R10 per board including VAT, and PowerBall Plus costs an additional R5 per board.
When do lottery ticket sales close on draw days?
Where can I check historical winning numbers?
Past results are archived on the official National Lottery website under the historical numbers section.
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