South Africa Lotto Results Numbers
South Africa Lotto Past Results
| Date | SERIES | BonusBall |
|---|---|---|
| 19 February | 50 32 43 13 11 51 | 16 |
| 15 February | 09 25 41 05 50 39 | 24 |
| 12 February | 48 41 09 23 42 03 | 39 |
| 08 February | 20 01 34 14 04 17 | 50 |
| 05 February | 42 28 07 30 18 05 | 01 |
| 01 February | 15 52 41 26 14 42 | 36 |
| 29 January | 06 24 32 11 13 44 | 14 |
| 25 January | 23 26 39 29 51 28 | 45 |
| 22 January | 46 23 48 06 45 09 | 12 |
| 18 January | 20 38 33 25 13 40 | 44 |
| 15 January | 35 41 09 10 37 04 | 39 |
| 11 January | 37 42 01 10 22 20 | 23 |
| 08 January | 24 49 16 34 38 22 | 35 |
| 04 January | 23 52 33 25 22 03 | 19 |
| 01 January | 52 07 03 18 23 24 | 26 |
South Africa Lotto Game:
History and Overview
The South African Lotto game is one of the country’s most popular and widely played lotteries. It was introduced on March 11, 2000, by Uthingo, the first national lottery operator. Over the years, the game has undergone several changes and improvements, making it even more attractive to players.
How to Play
The South African Lotto game is straightforward to play. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Choose Your Numbers:
- Players select six numbers from a pool of 1 to 52.
- An additional bonus ball is drawn from the remaining 46 numbers after the main six numbers are drawn.
Purchase a Ticket:
- Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers, online, or via the National Lottery mobile app.
- Each standard entry costs R5.00 (subject to change).
Multi-Draw Option:
- Players can opt to play the same numbers for multiple draws in advance.
Draw Time
- Draw Days: The South African Lotto draws take place twice a week, every Wednesday and Saturday.
- Draw Time: Draws are held at 21:00 SAST (South African Standard Time).
Prize Structure
The South African Lotto game has multiple prize tiers, with the jackpot being the most coveted. Here’s a breakdown of the prize structure:
Jackpot:
- To win the jackpot, players must match all six main numbers.
- The jackpot amount rolls over if there is no winner, leading to larger jackpots.
Other Prizes:
- Matching 5 numbers + the Bonus Ball
- Matching 5 numbers
- Matching 4 numbers + the Bonus Ball
- Matching 4 numbers
- Matching 3 numbers + the Bonus Ball
- Matching 3 numbers
- Matching 2 numbers + the Bonus Ball
The prize amounts for each tier vary depending on ticket sales and the number of winners.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the South African Lotto jackpot are 1 in 20,358,520. The odds for other prize tiers are more favorable:
- 5 numbers + Bonus Ball: 1 in 3,393,087
- 5 numbers: 1 in 75,402
- 4 numbers + Bonus Ball: 1 in 30,161
- 4 numbers: 1 in 1,371
- 3 numbers + Bonus Ball: 1 in 1,028
- 3 numbers: 1 in 72
- 2 numbers + Bonus Ball: 1 in 96
Additional Games
Players can also participate in additional games, such as Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2, by paying an extra fee. These games provide additional chances to win with the same set of numbers.
- Lotto Plus 1: Costs R2.50 per entry.
- Lotto Plus 2: Costs an additional R2.50 if playing both Lotto and Lotto Plus 1.
Claiming Prizes
- Small Prizes: Can be claimed at any authorized retailer.
- Larger Prizes: Must be claimed at a National Lottery office.
- Jackpot Prizes: Require special arrangements for claiming, and winners may need to provide identification and proof of ticket purchase.
Important Points
- Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
- Tickets must be purchased before the cut-off time on draw days, typically at 20:30 SAST.
- Winnings are subject to tax regulations, and players should consult with a tax advisor if they win significant amounts.
The South African Lotto offers a fun and exciting opportunity to win life-changing prizes while supporting various good causes through the funds raised by ticket sales. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, the Lotto is a thrilling way to try your luck and potentially hit the jackpot.
Drawing Schedule & Timing Numbers
| (CAT) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lottery Game | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| SA Powerball | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | |||||
| SA Powerball Plus | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | |||||
| SA Lotto | 08:56pm | 08:56pm | |||||
| SA Lotto Plus 1 | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | |||||
| SA Lotto Plus 2 | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | |||||
| SA Daily Lotto | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | 09:00pm | 09:00pm |