PowerBall XTRA: 15 third-division winners each take home R1.388m in single draw

This week’s PowerBall XTRA draw produced a record 15 winners in the third division, with each winner receiving R1 388 743.20 after matching four correct numbers plus the PowerBall.

How the prize was won

The third-division payouts were awarded to players who had four correct numbers and the PowerBall. The draw produced 15 such winning entries, creating instant millionaires in a single draw.

Sizekhaya cascading jackpot

The outcome is described in the source material as another demonstration of the cascading jackpot mechanism introduced by Sizekhaya.

Check your ticket and how to claim

Players are advised to check their tickets to see if they are among the new winners. Claiming options differ by prize amount and how the bet was placed:

• Winners who placed bets at retail stores can claim immediate winnings of up to R10 000 at an approved participating store.
• Winnings of up to R249 999 can be claimed via the online channel. There are two online claim methods; both are processed within 72 working hours.

Payment methods

Sizekhaya offers several electronic payment options for winners:

• Payments can be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) from the Sizekhaya iLottery Wallet.
• If a bet was placed through a banking app, the money can be auto-paid to the winner’s bank account through online banking channels.
• Winners who placed bets online and in stores may also claim at Sizekhaya offices; payments issued there are processed electronically within 72 hours.

Cost to play and where to find more information

PowerBall entries cost R10 per board including VAT. Adding PowerBall Plus costs an additional R5 per board. It is possible to play PowerBall on selected banking apps (terms and conditions apply).

For more information, visit www.nationallottery.co.za and go to the How to Play section.