The Daily Lotto results for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, are in, with an estimated R450,000 jackpot up for grabs.
Two players matched all five winning numbers in the latest draw.
The winning numbers are: 09, 15, 16, 20 and 26.
Missed Tuesday’s draw? Check the September 22 Daily Lotto and PowerBall results to catch up on the latest winning numbers.
Daily Lotto prize divisions
The Wednesday draw saw two players match all five numbers, with each winner receiving R206,846.70.
A further 350 players matched four numbers and won R337.70 each. There were 10,018 players who matched three numbers for R17.60 each, while 96,751 players matched two numbers and received R4.80 each.
The draw generated R2,435,568 in total sales, with a prize pool of R1,181,981.15. The rollover amount was R0.
The next Daily Lotto draw takes place on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
For more on the histoic R178 million PowerBall jackpot, read our report on the second-largest National Lottery win in South African history.
Essential Daily Lotto playing strategy
The Daily Lotto requires players to select five numbers from 1 to 36. While no strategy can predict the winning combination, players can make informed choices about how they structure their entries.
Avoid relying only on birthdays
Numbers from 1 to 31 are natural choices for players using birthdays and calendar dates. Including numbers from 32 to 36 can create combinations that may be less commonly selected.
This does not improve the odds of winning. However, if a combination wins, less commonly selected numbers could potentially reduce the likelihood of sharing a prize.
Consider a syndicate
A Daily Lotto syndicate allows players to pool their money and purchase more entries while sharing the cost. Before joining one, make sure everyone understands how tickets, contributions and potential winnings will be divided.
Don’t chase ‘hot’ numbers
Past results do not predict future draws. Hot, cold or overdue numbers have the same chance of being drawn in the next draw.
The key is to play responsibly and stay within your budget. Never spend more in an attempt to recover previous losses.
How to claim Daily Lotto winnings
Players with physical tickets should sign the back of the ticket immediately and keep it secure. Winners have 365 days to claim their prizes, so keep your ticket safe and check the claim requirements before visiting a payment point.
Before claiming, verify your Daily Lotto winning numbers through the National Lottery website and use an official channel for any further claim information.
