South Africa’s lottery enthusiasts were on high alert this Tuesday, with a massive R135 million PowerBall jackpot and substantial Daily Lotto prizes up for grabs. The draws have taken place, and the nation is waiting to see if a new millionaire has been created.
The excitement follows recent high-profile wins, including the mystery Capitec app user who won R65 million in the final 2025 Lotto draw, reinforcing the life-changing potential of the National Lottery.
Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus Results — January 6, 2026
The Daily Lotto jackpot was an estimated R500,000, while the newer Daily Lotto Plus game offered a jackpot of R175,000.
Winning numbers:
- Daily Lotto: 05, 09, 14, 23, 27
- Daily Lotto Plus: 03, 05, 07, 11, 20
SA PowerBall and PowerBall Plus Results — Tuesday, 6 January 2026
Check out the winning PowerBall and PowerBall Plus numbers for today — you could be a winner.
PowerBall:
09, 12, 13, 30, 34 + PowerBall 02
PowerBall Plus:
08, 17, 24, 29, 41 + PowerBall 08
Estimated Jackpot
- Estimated PowerBall jackpot: R135 million
For official confirmation, prize breakdowns and claim details, players are advised to visit the National Lottery website.
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How to play Lotto in South Africa (Quick Guide)
Thinking of trying your luck? Here’s a simplified overview:
- Lotto: Pick six numbers from 1 to 52. A bonus ball is drawn for secondary prizes.
- Cost: R5 per board. Add Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 for R2.50 each, using the same numbers.
- Where to play: At authorised retailers, on the official National Lottery website, via the National Lottery mobile app, through USSD (1207529#), or on selected banking apps including Capitec, FNB, Absa, Nedbank and Standard Bank.
- Draw times: Lotto draws take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9pm, with ticket sales closing at 8:30pm.
- Always verify: While results are widely published, winners should always verify results on the official National Lottery website for absolute confirmation.
What happens after a big win?
Winners of prizes exceeding R50,000 must claim their winnings in person at an Ithuba regional office. All major wins undergo a mandatory 48-hour validation process for security and fraud prevention.
Importantly, Ithuba provides free financial and trauma counselling to jackpot winners — a service designed to help new millionaires manage sudden wealth responsibly. This support has proven invaluable for past winners, including a retired Western Cape mother who claimed a R30 million Lotto Plus jackpot.
Play responsibly
The lottery is a game of chance. Players are encouraged to:
- Set a spending limit
- Play for entertainment, not income
- Never chase losses
Participants must be 18 years or older. ITHUBA is the proud operator of the National Lottery. Players are reminded to play responsibly.
As South Africa waits to learn more about its newest millionaire, one thing is certain: someone’s 2026 has already begun with a historic bang. The only question left is — do they know it yet?
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