Empangeni has a new multimillionaire! A lucky player scooped the R69 million PowerBall Plus jackpot with a R45 ticket. Check your tickets today!
Ithuba, the proud operator of the National Lottery, is thrilled to announce that the PowerBall Plus jackpot from Draw 1 653, held on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, has been won.
The winning ticket, purchased at a retail store in Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, was a R45 manual selection and has delivered a life-changing sum of R69,284,942.70.
“We are delighted to welcome another multimillionaire into the National Lottery family,” said Charmaine Mabuza, CEO of Ithuba. “This win reflects our continued commitment to creating more winners more often, while ensuring that high-tier winners receive both trauma counselling and extensive financial advice to help them adjust to their new reality.”
Ithuba urges all in-store participants from Empangeni to check their tickets without delay. The winner must report to the nearest Ithuba office with the following:
- The original winning ticket with their name and ID number written on the back
- A valid proof of identity
- Proof of banking details
- Proof of residence
Winners are reminded that National Lottery prizes must be claimed within 365 days of the draw. Verification of the winning numbers can be done via the official National Lottery platforms (website, digital platforms, and social media) or at any authorised retail outlet nationwide.
Players must be at least 18 years old. Play responsibly.
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