Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 prize pool back to R41 million for Wednesday

South Africans have another chance at big winnings this week as Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 on Wednesday 18 February 2026 offer a combined prize pool of R41 million. After a surprise winner scooped R13 million in Saturday’s Lotto Plus 1 draw, the jackpots have rolled back down to a still-impressive total.

What’s up for grabs

The breakdown of Wednesday’s draws is:

• Lotto: R34 million

• Lotto Plus 1: R500 000

• Lotto Plus 2: R6.5 million

While the prizes aren’t record-breaking, they remain life-changing for lucky winners. Meanwhile, the PowerBall jackpot continues to climb, now sitting at a tempting R64 million for Tuesday 17 February, keeping players buzzing across the country.

Last weekend’s winning numbers

Saturday 14 February 2026 brought excitement and new winners:

Lotto: 06, 10, 18, 32, 37, 46 | Bonus: 53
Lotto Plus 1: 10, 16, 18, 31, 41, 51 | Bonus: 34
Lotto Plus 2: 04, 16, 19, 39, 45, 46 | Bonus: 32

Social media erupted after the Saturday draw, with local players celebrating the Lotto Plus 1 win and sharing tips and Quick Picks for the upcoming draws.

How to play

Tickets for all three draws cost R10 in total (R5 for Lotto, plus R2.50 each for Lotto Plus 1 and 2). Players pick six numbers from 1–58, or opt for a Quick Pick, the method used by a recent R179-million winner.

Tickets are available until 20:30, thirty minutes before the official draw at 21:00, through:

• The National Lottery website

• National Lottery Mobile App

• USSD: Dial 1207529#

• Participating retail stores

Your chances and claiming prizes

Statistically, your odds of winning the main Lotto jackpot are 1 in 40,475,358, slightly better than PowerBall’s 1 in 42,375,200. While small, the dream of R41 million keeps millions of South Africans logging in or queuing at stores.

Claiming your prize depends on the amount won:

• Up to R2 000: at retail stores

• R10 000 – R50 000: Approved Prize Payment Centre

• R50 000 – R249 999: via participating banks (EFT)

• Over R250 000: in-person at ITHUBA offices

Winners must be 18 or older, provide valid ID, and claim winnings within 365 days.

The thrill of the game

Even with a recent win, the excitement of Wednesday’s Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 draws has South Africans talking, swapping number strategies and sharing their “lucky six” on social media. Whether it’s a life-changing jackpot or the thrill of playing, the National Lottery continues to captivate the nation.

So, if you’ve been holding back, Wednesday 18 February 2026 might just be the night your numbers turn into millions.

{Source: The South African}

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