PowerBall tickets are available on selected banking apps; terms and conditions apply.
Tonight’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpot may serve as a reminder that it’s not over until the final whistle blows.
As the world prepares to close out 2025, hoping the year ahead will be kinder, taking a chance at becoming a multimillionaire may be the push some need.
PowerBall and PowerBall Plus are ending 2025 on a high note, with a combined R132 million in jackpots up for grabs, giving players a chance to start the new year as multimillionaires.
According to Ithuba, tonight’s estimated PowerBall jackpot sits at R118 million, while the PowerBall Plus trails behind with an estimated R14 million.
The draw plays at 9pm.
To increase their chances of winning before the year ends, players could also enter the Daily Lotto, which guarantees a minimum payout of R800 000.
The Daily Lotto Plus jackpot sits at R200 000.
How to play PowerBall?
To play PowerBall, a player chooses five numbers between 1 and 50, followed by a PowerBall number between 1 and 20.
The system also offers a quick pick option, which randomly selects all numbers on your behalf.
PowerBall tickets are available on selected banking apps; terms and conditions apply.
Tickets are available for purchase until 8.30pm on draw days (Tuesday and Friday). Tickets can also be bought on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 6am to 11.30pm.
The national lottery also gives you a chance to win money every day from the Daily Lotto. The draw takes place every evening just after 9.30pm. Tickets for the Daily Lotto can be bought every day until 8.30pm.
You can find the historical winning numbers for PowerBall and Lotto draws here.
How to play Daily Lotto in SA? If you are buying a ticket in-store:
- Pick up a bet slip in any lottery store.
- Choose five numbers from 1 to 36, or select Quick Pick.
- Entries cost R3 each. You can play up to R150 and may play multiple boards.
- Select how many consecutive draws you wish to enter, up to a maximum of 10. Leave blank for a single draw.
- Take your bet slip to the teller to pay for your ticket.
- Write your details on the back of your ticket in case you need to claim a prize. If you do not sign your ticket, and you lose it, anyone can use it to claim the prize.
What happens after winning?
Winners receive an SMS from their respective banks containing a reference number and further instructions on the documents to bring when visiting the lottery operator Ithuba.
When a player wins less than R250 000, the funds are deposited directly into their bank account if they used a banking app to play.
Winners who win more than R250 000 are referred to Ithuba for a payout.
Free financial and trauma counselling is provided to all winners who exceed R50 000, tax-free.
Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
