The PowerBall jackpot has rolled over 20 consecutive times.
After rolling over 20 consecutive times, the PowerBall jackpot has reached life-changing heights.
This Friday’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws have a total value of guaranteed jackpots sitting at R176 million.
The draw plays just after 9pm.
PowerBall and PowerBall Plus estimated jackpots:
- PowerBall: R150 million
- PowerBall Plus: R26 million
Ithuba’s record books show that South Africa’s largest jackpot to date was a whopping R232 million, won in 2019, the biggest lottery win ever claimed on the African continent.
“At ITHUBA, we’re proud to deliver jackpots that make history. This R150 million PowerBall jackpot is a true celebration of South Africa’s spirit of possibility.
“Every ticket sold brings us closer to transforming lives — not only for the winners but also for communities supported through the National Lotteries Distribution Trust Fund. When you play, South Africa wins.” ITHUBA CEO, Charmaine Mabuza
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 provides a quick pick selection method, where it randomly chooses all the 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.
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 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 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.
READ MORE: Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 16 October 2025
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.
What happens after winning?
Winners receive an SMS from their respective banks with a reference number and further instructions on the documents they should bring when visiting lottery operator Ithuba.
When a player wins less than R250 000, they get their money directly deposited 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 given to all winners who win above R50 000, tax-free.
Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
