South Africans are anticipating tonight’s Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draws, with a jackpot of R18 million available in the Lotto draw.
South Africa Lotto Draws Offer R18 Million Jackpot
The Saturday, January 17, 2026, draw could result in a new multimillionaire being crowned. According to ITHUBA, the operator of the National Lottery, the estimated jackpots for tonight are as follows:
- Lotto: R11 million
- Lotto Plus 1: R6 million
- Lotto Plus 2: R1 million
The official winning numbers are expected shortly after 21:00 (SA time) / 19:00 (UK time) and will be updated as they are confirmed. The latest results can be found here.
Draw date: 17 January 2026
Lotto numbers: 24, 32, 38, 49, 55, 58
Bonus Ball: 51
Lotto Plus 1 numbers: 06, 22, 26, 37, 43, 58
Bonus Ball: 05
Lotto Plus 2 numbers: 12, 13, 22, 23, 27, 56
Bonus Ball: 34
Please note: The numbers listed above are placeholders awaiting the official draw.
Other Lotteries for SA Expats
For those in the USA, millions are available in the Lottery USA draws. Players in the UK can try their luck in the UK National Lottery.
Previous Lotto Draw Results
Past Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 results and payouts can be viewed here.
Where and When the Draw Takes Place
The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draws are broadcast live every Wednesday and Saturday on SABC 2 at 20:56. Players purchasing tickets at a physical retailer have until 20:30 to do so.
Tickets can be purchased at participating retailers, via the official National Lottery website, through the National Lottery mobile app, via online banking platforms at major banks, or by dialling 1207529# via USSD. Participation is limited to individuals aged 18 and above.
How the Lotto Works
Players select six numbers between 1 and 52, or opt for a computer-generated Quick Pick. Six main numbers and one Bonus Ball are drawn, with prizes awarded for matching at least three numbers. Matching all six numbers wins a share of the jackpot. If no one matches all six numbers, the jackpot rolls over to the next draw.
The entry fee is R5.00 per board.
Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2
For an additional R2.50 per board per game, players may enter Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2, offering a second and third chance to win, respectively. Both games follow the same rules and odds as the main Lotto draw, though prize amounts are typically smaller.
ITHUBA emphasizes that the National Lottery website should be used to verify winning numbers.
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