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Lucky Lotto Plus 2 winner celebrates R2 million jackpot with a dance of joy
A simple lottery ticket transformed a man’s life, leading to dreams of a new home and a bright future.
'I’ve never won such a big amount of money in my life' - North West man bags R2 million Lotto Plus jackpot
A North West man said he was in disbelief when he won the R2million Lotto Plus jackpot.
PowerBall winner claims R68 million jackpot, changing their life forever
When luck strike, lives are transformed overnight. Discover how a PowerBall winner is ready to embrace this life-changing moment after claiming an astounding R68 million jackpot.
How deal was struck to save National Lottery from shutdown
Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Parks Tau's intervention has averted a potential shutdown of the National Lottery, granting Ithuba a 12-month temporary operating license amidst legal challenges and economic concerns.
National Lottery saved from shutdown: The deal behind the scenes
Trade Minister Parks Tau's intervention prevents a National Lottery shutdown, granting Ithuba a temporary license amid ongoing licensing disputes and uncertainty about the lottery's future.
How deal was struck to save National Lottery from shutdown
Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Parks Tau's intervention has averted a potential shutdown of the National Lottery, granting Ithuba a 12-month temporary operating license amidst legal challenges and economic concerns.
No Pause. Just Phanda Pusha Play
ITHUBA has reached an agreement with the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition and the National Lotteries Commission to operate the South African National Lottery.
SA faces looming lottery blackout after Pretoria High Court dismisses Ithuba bid
The future of South Africa’s national lottery hangs in the balance as Ithuba contemplates its next steps
Life-changing R68 million PowerBall win: what the winner can expect
The winning ticket was purchased through a banking app for Draw 1617 on Friday, May 23, with a R45 wager using the Quick Pick selection method.
EFF raises concerns over Gold Rush Consortium's mooted National Lottery takeover
The EFF has voiced serious concerns over the Gold Rush Consortium's selection as the preferred bidder for the National Lottery, citing alarming allegations of political interference and conflicts of interest that threaten the integrity of the bidding process.
'Packing our bags': Pensioner who won R12 million Lotto Plus jackpot heading to the Coast to retire
A pensioner who won R12million in the Lotto Plus 2 jackpot plans to retire on the Coast and invest in quality healthcare.
Pensioner wins R12 million Lotto Plus 2 jackpot, plans to retire by the coast
“My wife and I have been facing significant medical challenges, and the financial burden has been overwhelming. . . "
Ithuba announces Lotto Plus 2 jackpot winner
The winner invested R30 using the manual selection method
Someone won the R28million Powerball Plus jackpot. Was it you?
A lucky player has won R28,558,423. 50 in the Powerball Plus draw, marking a significant moment for South African lottery players.
PowerBall PLUS: A lucky player wins R28 million in latest draw
“It's truly fulfilling to witness the PowerBall PLUS doing exactly what it was designed to do —offering players a second chance to win big. "
Countdown to the El Gordo Summer Lottery: Will you be a winner?
El Gordo de Verano is one of Spain’s most anticipated annual lotteries, celebrated for its massive collective prize and exciting draw.
'I watched each of the winning numbers appear': Western Cape pensioner watched live on TV as she won R13 million Lotto jackpot
A Grassy Park pensioner won R13 million in the Lotto Plus jackpot after watching the draw live on TV. She plans to invest, enjoy retirement, and give to charity.
Pensioner wins over R13 million in Lotto Plus jackpot
"Now I'll have more time to focus on the things I truly enjoy during my retirement years. "
Find out how a R40 wager led to a R13 million jackpot
Could the National Lottery winner be you?
From R10 to R1. 7 million: a father's incredible Sportstake 8 win
He placed a R10 manual wager based on his own knowledge of the game, and walked away with a life-changing windfall
Minister Parks Tau sets May deadline for fourth lottery licence decision
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau commits to a decision on the fourth lottery licence by the end of May 2025, while ensuring contingency plans are in place when current operator Ithuba Holdings exits
What could you do with almost R111 million?
If you see Aiya and Thatha waving goodbye as they drive by in a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, that could be a clue as to who won. . .
Unemployed KZN man bags R47. 8million Powerball Plus jackpot
a KwaZulu-Natal man embraces his R47. 8 million Powerball Plus win, revealing plans to uplift his life and others in his community.
From unemployed to millionaire: the inspiring story of a PowerBall winner who tucked the winning ticket under his mattress
He shared that he kept his ticket safely tucked under his mattress for days, unsure of the magnitude of what he had just won
Massive R47. 8m PowerBall Plus win in KwaZulu-Natal: Check your tickets!
The numbers were selected using the manual selection method