Overview

• Ithuba confirmed a single R45 manual-selection ticket bought in Empangeni won R69,284,942.70 in the latest PowerBall Plus draw.
• The winner is urged to visit an Ithuba office with the original signed ticket, valid ID, proof of banking details and proof of residence, with 365 days to claim.
• High-tier winners receive free trauma counselling and accredited financial advice, and lottery winnings are paid tax-free into winners’ accounts.
• Ithuba launched Daily Lotto Plus, expanded the Lotto number range from 1–52 to 1–58, and will raise Lotto’s prize payout from 45% to 48%, changes it says are designed to boost jackpots and winners.
• The next PowerBall draw is reported at a guaranteed R90 million for Friday, with PowerBall Plus at an estimated R3 million.