South African National Lottery players are competing for a combined R12,5 million in estimated jackpots for the 5 September 2026 draws, according to reports from The Citizen and The South African. The main Lotto jackpot stands at R4 million, while Lotto Plus 1 offers an estimated R6,5 million and Lotto 5 Max features a R2 million prize pool.
Saturday Lotto and Lotto Plus Results for 5 September 2026
Players can check their tickets against the verified combinations.
According to The Citizen, the Lotto results are 03, 04, 07, 31, 42, and 46, with bonus ball 01. The Lotto Plus 1 numbers are 01, 03, 08, 24, 26, and 32, with bonus ball 19. The Lotto 5 Max numbers drawn are 20, 22, 24, 31, 34, and 48, with bonus ball 39.
Game Rules and Prize Structures
Lotto entries cost R5,00 per board including VAT, while Lotto Plus and Lotto 5 Max require an additional R2,50 per board, as reported by The Citizen and The South African. Players select six numbers between 1 and 52, or use the Quick Pick option for randomly generated digits.
According to The South African, matching all six numbers in the main draw carries odds of 1 in 20 358 520. A new feature allows players to pick one extra number called MP1 at seven times the ticket price. Furthermore, Lotto 5 Max utilizes a guaranteed payout approach where unclaimed jackpot funds are redistributed to lower winning tiers after a set number of consecutive draws.
Ticket Sales Deadlines and Purchase Channels
Lottery outlets close at 20:30 on draw nights, while general ticket sales stop at 20:30 ahead of the 21:00 broadcast, according to The Citizen and The South African. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Tickets are available at participating retailers, via the National Lottery website, the National Lottery Mobile App, or through banking applications including FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank, and African Bank, as detailed by The South African. Players can also use USSD code *120*7529#.
Pro Tips for Checking Tickets
Always verify your numbers on the official National Lottery website if you notice any discrepancies. Winners of R50 000 and above receive free trauma counselling and financial advice, and all payouts are tax-free, according to The South African.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the National Lottery draws take place?
Draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday at 21:00 on e.tv and SABC 2, according to The South African.
How much does it cost to play Lotto Plus?
Lotto Plus and Lotto 5 Max cost an additional R2,50 per board on top of the base R5,00 Lotto ticket price, according to The Citizen and The South African.
Where can I check past winning numbers?
Historical winning numbers for Lotto and PowerBall are archived on the official National Lottery website, as noted by The Citizen.
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