Daily Lotto: Winning numbers for Sunday 2 August 2026 and how to claim

What the draw paid out

According to The South African, the Daily Lotto jackpot for the draw was an estimated R300,000. The publication also states that the jackpot prize money is guaranteed to be given away even if no one matches all five numbers.

How to play and ticket cost

According to The South African, a Daily Lotto entry costs R3. Players can spend up to R150 per ticket and play multiple boards. The Daily Lotto requires selecting five numbers from 1 to 36 or using a Quick Pick for randomly generated numbers.

Buying tickets in-store

The South African’s guide advises that when playing in-store you should pick up a betslip at an authorised lottery outlet, choose your five numbers or select Quick Pick, take the completed betslip to the teller and pay for the ticket. The publication also recommends signing the back of your ticket and writing down your contact details to help protect any winnings.

How to check and claim prizes

According to The South African, to claim or check a prize you should sign your ticket, check the prize amount and then visit an authorised retailer or Ithuba offices. The publication also advises verifying winning numbers on the National Lottery website.

Reminder

The South African notes that you should always confirm the official winning numbers on the National Lottery website.