by DAKALO DZATSHAMANYATSHA
JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – SOUTH African National Lottery’s PowerBall jackpot lucky winner has pocketed a whopping R68 million (about US$3.8 million).
ITHUBA CEO, Charmaine Mabuza, the company which operates the National Lottery, said the winning ticket was purchased through a banking app for Draw 1617 on Friday,23 May 2025, with a R45 wager using the Quick Pick selection method.
She urged the winner to contact ITHUBA to commence the claiming process any time now, as winners who play via banking platforms were notified of their winnings by the bank.
Mabuza said; R68 Million was a significant amount of money, truly life changing.
“The winner will be supported at every step, with complimentary trauma counselling and expert financial advice offered to them to help them navigate their new reality successfully,” Mabuza said.
“To help winner’s enjoy lasting benefits from their winnings, ITHUBA offers access to certified financial experts who provide valuable financial insights for winners of R50 000 and above. Our objective is to empower winners to make informed decisions and secure their financial future, ultimately changing their lives forever through their winnings.”
She said all winners have 365 days from the draw date to claim their winnings, and all National Lottery winnings are tax-free.
She pointed out that participants could check their tickets at retail stores or online through the National Lottery website or social media pages as there were more winners in other divisions.
Those that play Lottery must be 18 years or older. P
– CAJ News