South Africans chase multimillion-rand jackpots as Lotto excitement builds across the country ahead of Wednesday’s big draw
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South Africans chase multimillion-rand jackpots as Lotto excitement builds across the country ahead of Wednesday’s big draw

You know that little daydream you have — the one where you’re suddenly a millionaire and planning your island escape or buying your dream car? Well, tonight might just be the night it all begins.

The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 draws are happening this evening, and there’s a massive pile of cash waiting for a winner.

If you’ve got a ticket, you’re already in the running.

If not, there’s still time to join the chase!

What’s Up for Grabs Tonight?

Here’s how the jackpots are shaping up for tonight’s draw, 14 May 2025:

  • Lotto: Estimated at R41 million

  • Lotto Plus 1: Estimated at R6 million

  • Lotto Plus 2: Estimated at R2 million

That’s a serious stack of cash.

And as the old saying goes — you’ve got to be in it to win it.

Tonight’s Winning Numbers Will Be Posted After 9PM

Once the draw happens (usually around 21:00 SA time), the winning numbers for each game will be published below.

Be sure to refresh this page after the draw if you’re checking in real-time.

When Do Lotto Draws Happen?

All Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 draws take place twice a week, every Wednesday and Saturday, just before 9PM, live on SABC 2 at 20:56.

Missed the Last Draw? Don’t Panic

If you forgot to check your numbers from a previous draw, you can easily catch up.

Just head over to the National Lottery’s website to view past results and payout details.

How Does the Lotto Work?

The basic Lotto game is simple but thrilling:

  • You pick six numbers between 1 and 52.

  • Or, if you’re feeling indecisive, use the Quick Pick option to let the system choose for you.

  • A Bonus Ball is drawn too, which only matters if you match five of the six main numbers.

You win a prize if you match three or more numbers, and the prize grows bigger the more numbers you match.

Match all six, and you share the jackpot with anyone else who also hits all six.

If no one wins the jackpot, it rolls over to the next draw, making it even more exciting.

The cost to play is just R5.00 per board.

What’s Lotto Plus 1?

This is your second shot at winning, using the same numbers you picked for your main Lotto ticket.

For just R2.50 extra per board, your numbers go into the Lotto Plus 1 draw, which follows the exact same format.

It was introduced way back on 26 November 2003 and has been giving players an extra chance to win ever since.

What’s Lotto Plus 2?

Want to go for it a third time? Lotto Plus 2 is yet another opportunity to win with your original Lotto numbers — also costing R2.50 per board.

It was added more recently, on 30 July 2017, and works just like the main Lotto draw, but with a different prize pool and odds.

Where Can You Buy Tickets?

Buying a ticket is easier than ever. Here’s how:

  • Visit any participating retailer

  • Head to the official website: national lottery.co.za

  • Use the National Lottery Mobile App

  • Use your banking app (FNB, ABSA, Capitec, Nedbank, TymeBank, Standard Bank, African Bank)

  • Or dial 1207529# on your phone to use the USSD service

Ticket sales close at 20:30 on the day of the draw — so don’t leave it to the last minute!

Did You Know? Winning Big Comes With Perks

If you win R50,000 or more, you don’t just get the money — you also get free trauma counselling and professional financial advice, all paid for by the National Lottery.

And the best part? Winnings are tax-free and deposited straight into your bank account.

Who Can Play?

You have to be at least 18 years old to enter the National Lottery.

No exceptions!

What’s Happening on Other Days?

Here’s a quick breakdown of when other lottery games are drawn in South Africa:

  • Monday: Daily Lotto

  • Tuesday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall & PowerBall Plus

  • Wednesday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Plus 2

  • Thursday: Daily Lotto

  • Friday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall & PowerBall Plus

  • Saturday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Plus 2

  • Sunday: Daily Lotto

Don’t Rely Only on Us for the Results

While we do our best to post results accurately, the National Lottery website is the official source for all confirmed results and winning numbers.

Always double-check there before making any big plans.

What’s Next?

Well, if you’ve got your ticket, it’s time to sit tight, cross your fingers, and maybe start drafting that “I just won the Lotto” text.

Whether you’re hoping for R2 million or R41 million, one thing’s for sure — you can’t win if you don’t play.

Good luck, dreamers! 🍀