PowerBall Jackpot Reaches R82 Million as South African Players Gear Up for Tuesday Draw Across the Nation

It’s that exciting time again for South African lottery players as the PowerBall jackpot climbs to an eye-watering R82 million for Tuesday, 24 February.

After no ticket claimed last Friday’s top prize, the pot has grown once more, keeping the nation buzzing with dreams of early retirement.

Ithuba, the official operators of the national lottery, confirmed that R55 million will be on offer in the main PowerBall draw, with an additional R27 million up for grabs in PowerBall Plus.

That means a combined prize pool of R82 million could make someone a millionaire practically overnight.

How to Enter and What You Need to Know

For anyone hoping to get their hands on the jackpot, it’s simple but requires careful number-picking.

Players must choose five numbers from 1 to 50, and then one PowerBall number from 1 to 20.

Each board costs R5.00, and yes, the odds remain tough—but somebody always wins.

PowerBall Plus gives ticket holders a second shot at a payout using the same numbers as the main draw.

Introduced in November 2015, PowerBall Plus costs R2.50 extra per board and offers generally smaller prizes, but it’s a handy way to double your chances without buying more tickets.

The Big Numbers History and Past Winners

PowerBall has a long history of producing life-changing jackpots.

The record payout in South Africa was R232,131,750.69, won by a single ticket holder back on 19 February 2019.

With the current prize pool at R82 million, it’s nowhere near that record—but still enough to grab anyone’s attention.

Past draws are easy to check if you’ve missed one or want to see how often numbers appear.

The official National Lottery website, app, or participating banks provide up-to-date results and payouts for all draws, ensuring transparency and accessibility.

Where and How to Get Your Tickets

Buying tickets couldn’t be easier. Options include:

• Participating lottery retailers nationwide

• The National Lottery website or mobile app

• USSD service by dialling 1207529#

• Banks like FNB, Absa, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank, and African Bank

Remember, retail ticket sales close at 20:30 on draw days, and participants must be 18 or older.

Support and Tax-Free Winnings

Winning a large jackpot isn’t just about money.

Players taking home R50,000 or more get access to free professional trauma counselling and financial advice.

All lottery winnings in South Africa are tax-free and deposited directly into winners’ bank accounts, making the process simple and stress-free.

Why Everyone is Watching Tuesday’s Draw

With both PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpots at record-tingling levels, excitement is reaching fever pitch.

The combination of a huge prize, ease of entry, and the possibility of life-changing fortune makes every Tuesday draw a talking point nationwide.

As gambling trends continue to rise in South Africa, more players are joining the game week after week, keeping the suspense high and the national conversation buzzing about numbers, lucky strategies, and life after a big win.

What’s Next?

After Tuesday’s draw, the nation will see if someone claims the massive jackpot or if the pot rolls over yet again, potentially climbing even higher.

Fans of the game will also keep an eye on the daily and weekly Lotto draws, including Daily Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & 2, and PowerBall draws scheduled throughout the week.

For those planning to play, now is the time to get tickets in early and double-check chosen numbers.

Remember, the excitement is in being in the game—and the next winner could be you.

Summary

By GARRIN LAMBLEY

Published: 08:52 EST, 24 February 2026

South Africa’s PowerBall jackpot has surged to R82 million for Tuesday, 24 February, with R55 million in the main draw and R27 million in PowerBall Plus.

Tickets are available nationwide, online, via app, USSD, and participating banks, while winnings above R50,000 come with free trauma counselling and financial guidance.

PowerBall remains one of South Africa’s most thrilling lottery games, offering life-changing sums in a single draw.

As players gear up, all eyes are on Tuesday’s numbers and the potential for another historic win.