R89-million jackpot up for grabs in PowerBall and PowerBall Plus this Friday

South Africans have a golden chance to make their dreams come true this week, with PowerBall and PowerBall Plus combining for a whopping R89 million jackpot on Friday, 10 April 2026. After a winless draw earlier this week and over the Easter long weekend, the lottery prizes have rolled over, offering players a life-changing opportunity.

The numbers to watch

For Tuesday’s draw on 7 April 2026, there were no jackpot winners:

PowerBall numbers: 16, 17, 18, 22, 41 | PowerBall: 10
PowerBall Plus numbers: 22, 29, 30, 43, 46 | PowerBall: 09

With no winners, the stakes have now climbed: PowerBall alone offers R26 million, while PowerBall Plus hits R63 million.

How to play and your odds

Playing PowerBall is simple:

1. Pick five numbers from 1 to 50.
2. Choose one PowerBall number from 1 to 20.
3. Cost per board: R5 for PowerBall, R2.50 for PowerBall Plus (R7.50 total).

Your odds of winning the jackpot? 1 in 42 310 200. While this is slim, the payoffR89 millionis more than four times the average payout.

It’s worth noting that every draw is independent, meaning playing multiple times doesn’t improve your oddsbut it does give you more chances to be in the game.

How this compares to Lotto

For context, the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws on the same night offer R99 million combined, with odds slightly better at 1 in 40 310 358. While average Lotto payouts hover around R5.95 million, these draws are much larger than usual, making both Lotto and PowerBall attractive options.

Ticket sales and claiming prizes

Tickets for PowerBall and PowerBall Plus can be purchased:

• Online via the National Lottery website or mobile app
• At participating retail stores
• Until 20:30 on the day of the draw (draw time: 21:00)

If you win, here’s what you need:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid ID and bank account (no older than three months)
• Winning ticket or SMS/email confirmation
• Claim within 365 days

Payout rules:

• Up to R2 000: at retail stores
• R10 000 – R49 999: at Approved Prize Payment Centres
• R50 000 – R249 999: via EFT through participating banks (African Bank max R49 999)
• Above R250 000: at an ITHUBA office in person

Looking back at 2026 draws

PowerBall and PowerBall Plus have had several rollovers this year, keeping jackpots high and players excited. Notable recent draws include:

• Friday 3 April 2026
• Tuesday 31 March 2026
• Friday 27 March 2026
• Tuesday 24 March 2026

…and many more stretching back to January 2026.

The chance of a lifetime

Just six numbers separate you from the R89 million jackpot this Friday. Whether you play at a local retailer or online, remember: the odds are long, but the prize is massiveand for one lucky winner, it could be a life-changing moment.

Good luck!