A Quick Pick ticket bought on the FNB App wins R110 million Powerball jackpot — Ithuba confirms record-breaking April 2025 payout.
💰 R30 Bet Wins R110 Million Powerball Jackpot in South Africa’s Biggest 2025 Win
In a jaw-dropping turn of fortune, a R30 Quick Pick Powerball ticket bought through the FNB banking app has delivered one South African their biggest jackpot victory of 2025 — a whopping R110 million.
The winning numbers were drawn on the evening of Tuesday, April 8, 2025, and according to the National Lottery operator Ithuba, this is the largest Powerball win for the year so far. What makes this victory more remarkable is the modest R30 bet, proving yet again that luck favours the bold — or perhaps, the spontaneous.
🏆 A Historic Win After 15 Rollovers
Ithuba confirmed that the April 8 draw came after 15 rollovers, with the jackpot steadily growing from draw to draw. Following the April 4 rollover, the jackpot surged to a staggering R110 million, setting the stage for a record-breaking win.
“Following the 15th rollover on Friday, April 4, the PowerBall jackpot grew to an estimated R110 million for Tuesday, April 8, making it the biggest PowerBall jackpot to be won in 2025,” said Ithuba in an official press release.
📲 FNB App and Quick Pick Deliver the Magic
The winning ticket was not selected manually. Instead, it was generated using the Quick Pick method, where the system randomly selects numbers for the player — a popular choice for busy South Africans who trust in fate.
This particular ticket was purchased via the FNB banking app, demonstrating the growing convenience and accessibility of participating in the National Lottery via mobile banking.
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👥 Winner Support: What Happens Next
As per standard protocol, Ithuba has confirmed that winners of R250,000 or more purchased through banking apps are notified directly by their banks and advised to visit the nearest Ithuba regional office for assistance.
The winner will receive guidance through trauma counselling, financial management advice, and support services provided by Ithuba’s Winner Services team.
“Our priority is to ensure the wellness of the winner through trauma counselling and financial advice,” Ithuba said.
Ithuba CEO Charmaine Mabuza added:
“A R110 million win is a life-transforming amount of money. We want to ensure that this winner is ready to navigate this next chapter of their lives with confidence.”
🧾 A Reminder of the Power of a Small Bet
This story has reignited national excitement around the Powerball and serves as a strong reminder that even a R30 ticket can unlock unimaginable possibilities. With more South Africans opting for banking apps to play, the convenience of the digital lottery is clearly paying off in more ways than one.
As the nation waits to learn more about the lucky winner, Ithuba continues to encourage players to play responsibly and ensure that their tickets are verified after each draw.
🔗 Quick Info Recap:
- Draw Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
- Jackpot Amount: R110 Million
- Ticket Price: R30
- Platform Used: FNB Banking App
- Number Selection: Quick Pick
- Biggest Win of 2025: Confirmed by Ithuba
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