Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for Thursday, 23 April 2026

Last night’s winning numbers are in

For thousands of South Africans, the evening routine often ends with one quick question: Did my numbers come up?

The Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus draws for Thursday, 23 April 2026, offered a combined R550,000 in jackpots, giving hopeful players one more chance at a life-changing payout before bed.

Whether you played your lucky family birthdays, favourite taxi route numbers, or let the machine choose with Quick Pick, the official results are now available.

Winning Daily Lotto numbers – 23 April 2026

Daily Lotto:
08, 21, 22, 23, 33

Estimated Jackpot: R400,000

Winning Daily Lotto Plus numbers – 23 April 2026

Daily Lotto Plus:
01, 12, 20, 22, 36

Estimated Jackpot: R150,000

One number stood out last tonight

Many regular players noticed that 22 appeared in both drawsa detail lotto fans often love discussing on social media and WhatsApp groups.

Across South Africa, certain numbers quickly become “hot picks” after appearing more than once, with some players convinced momentum matters. Others swear by birthdays, anniversaries or long-running personal combinations.

Of course, every draw is randombut that never stops the debate.

Why Daily Lotto remains popular in South Africa

Daily Lotto has built a loyal following because it is simple, affordable and runs every evening.

With entries starting at R3, it remains one of the most accessible lottery games in the country. For many households, it is a small flutter mixed with routine optimism.

Unlike some larger jackpots that roll over for weeks, the Daily Lotto guarantees prize payouts every night, which keeps interest high.

How to play Daily Lotto in SA

In-store:

• Pick up a betslip at any licensed lottery outlet
• Choose five numbers from 1 to 36 or select Quick Pick
• Pay R3 per entry
• Choose single or multiple future draws
• Sign the back of your ticket for security

Online:

• Open a National Lottery account
• Deposit funds
• Choose your five numbers or Quick Pick
• Confirm your draw entries
• Pay and submit

What time is the draw?

The Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus draws usually take place shortly after 8:30pm every evening.

Ticket sales generally close at 8:30pm, so regular players know not to leave it too late.

Is there always a jackpot winner?

Yes. If no one matches all five numbers, the jackpot does not go to waste.

Instead, the prize money is shared among players who matched two or more numbers, making Daily Lotto different from many rollover-based games.

If your ticket did not land tonight, tomorrow brings another draw and another chance.

And if you matched something worthwhile, double-check your numbers carefully and claim through the proper official channels.

Because in South Africa, every night after 8:30, hope gets five more numbers.