Lotto: R49 million to be won tonight

Tonight’s Lotto and Lotto Plus draw has a total estimated jackpot of R49 million. The draw is set to take place at 8.57pm.

Detailed jackpots for tonight’s draw:

• Lotto: R41 million
• Lotto Plus1: R6 million
• Lotto Plus2: R2 million

The previous Lotto and Lotto Plus draw had the highest amount won sitting at R50 456.60. This was won by one player who managed to match six correct numbers.

How to play Lotto

You can play the Lotto / Lotto Plus 1 / Lotto Plus 2 games by choosing a Quick Pick option, where the lottery processing system randomly chooses six lucky numbers for you.

Alternatively, a bet can be placed by a person choosing six numbers from 1 to 52 on any board.

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There is no limit to the number of boards a person wants to play, and the system also allows a multi-draw option. This option allows you to play the same numbers over multiple draws.

How much does it cost to play Lotto?

Lotto entries cost R5 per board, including VAT. Lotto Plus costs an additional R2.50 per board. Players can also place their bets using their respective banking apps. Terms and conditions apply.

Ticket sales close at 8.30pm on any given day.

What happens after winning?

All winners receive an SMS from their banks containing a reference number and further instructions regarding what documents to take along when visiting the lottery operator, Ithuba.

If a winner wins less than R250 000, the money will be deposited directly into their account if they used a banking app to play.

Players who win more than R250 000 will be referred to the Ithuba for a payout.

Free financial and trauma counselling is offered to those who win more than R50 000. Winnings are tax-free.

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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.

How to play Daily Lotto in SA? If you are buying a ticket in store:

• Pick up a betslip in any lottery store.
• Choose five numbers between 1 and 36 or ask for a Quick Pick.
• Entries cost R3 each. You can play a max of R150, but you are allowed to 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 betslip 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.

If you are playing online:

• Set up a lottery account here and make a deposit to pay for tickets.
• Choose five numbers from 1 to 36 or select ‘Quick Pick’ to generate a random set. Repeat this on as many boards as you want to play.
• Decide whether to enter a single draw or multiple draws.
• Confirm and pay for your entry.

All players must be 18 years and older.