South Africans have a golden opportunity tonight, as the Lotto jackpot has climbed to a whopping R59 million. This life-changing amount is up for grabs, and it could be yours—but only if you’ve got a ticket in hand before the draw closes!

💰 What’s at Stake Tonight?

The total prize pool across all three Lotto games is massive:

Lotto main jackpot: R47 million
Lotto Plus 1: R8 million
Lotto Plus 2: R4 million

The Lotto jackpot keeps rolling over because no one has hit all six numbers recently. In the last draw, the highest payout was just over R162,000, awarded to someone who matched five numbers plus the bonus ball.

🎟️ How to Play the Lotto in South Africa

Joining the game is easy and quick:

Choose six numbers from 1 to 52.
You can pick your own numbers or use the Quick Pick option.
Add Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 for extra chances to win.

You can buy tickets at local stores, via the National Lottery website, or through banking apps like FNB, Standard Bank, Absa, and Nedbank.

🕗 Ticket sales close at 8:30 PM, and the draw happens at 8:57 PM. Don’t miss the deadline!

💸 How Much Does It Cost to Play?

Here’s the breakdown:

Lotto only: R5 per board
Lotto Plus 1: Add R2.50
Lotto Plus 2: Add another R2.50.

If you play all three games, your total cost per board will be R10 — a small price to pay for a shot at the R59 million Lotto jackpot.

🏆 How to Claim Your Winnings

If you’re a winner, here’s how to claim your prize:

Winnings under R250,000: Paid automatically into your bank account if you played via a banking app.
Winnings over R250,000: Visit an Ithuba regional office to claim your prize.

Ithuba also offers free financial advice and trauma counseling to winners of R50,000 or more. And the best part? Lotto jackpot winnings are tax-free in South Africa!

🎯 Why the Lotto Matters

Every ticket sold contributes to national development. Part of the money goes toward projects in education, arts, sports, and community upliftment. So even if you don’t win, you’re still supporting a good cause.

🧠 Play Smart and Stay Responsible

While the Lotto jackpot is exciting, it’s important to gamble responsibly:

Set a limit and stick to your budget.
Don’t chase losses.
If you feel gambling is affecting your life, seek help from the National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP).

📢 Where to Check Lotto Results

Stay updated by checking:

The official National Lottery website
Your bank’s Lotto section (if you play through your banking app)
Trusted local news like The Citizen

Tonight’s Your Chance to Win the Lotto Jackpot!

With the Lotto jackpot sitting at R59 million, someone’s life could change forever tonight. Why not you? Get your ticket before the 8:30 PM cut-off, and watch the draw at 8:57 PM.

Good luck — and remember to play responsibly!