Powerball (South Africa)

South African people have two exciting games to try their luck: Powerball and Powerball Plus. Both are operated by Ithuba, the official National Lottery of South Africa, and offer massive jackpots that can turn dreams into reality. While they share similarities, each game has unique features that make them popular among players.

Powerball is South Africa's most popular lottery draw, known for its huge jackpots that roll over if there's no winner. The game follows a simple format:

• Players select 5 main numbers from 1 to 50 and 1 Powerball number from 1 to 20.
• To win the jackpot, a ticket must match all 5 main numbers plus the Powerball.
• There are multiple prize tiers, so even matching fewer numbers can still result in a win.

Draws take place every Tuesday and Friday, with jackpots starting at R3 million and growing until claimed. The biggest Powerball jackpot in South African history was a staggering R232 million, won in February 2024.

Powerball Plus

Powerball Plus is a secondary draw that occurs right after the main Powerball game, using the same numbers. Players who enter Powerball are automatically entered into Powerball Plus unless they opt out. The key differences are:

• The starting jackpot is lower (usually around R500,000).
• The prize pool is separate from the main Powerball draw, meaning winners don't share the same prize money.
• It provides an additional opportunity to win big without buying another ticket.