Lotto & Lotto Plus Results: R74 Million Jackpot – 21 March 2026

South African Lottery Offers R74 Million Jackpot Across Multiple Draws

South African lottery players have a combined R74 million up for grabs in tonight’s draws, with significant jackpots available across the Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 games. The Citizen reported the estimated jackpots as R58 million for Lotto, R1.5 million for Lotto Plus 1, and R14.5 million for Lotto Plus 2.

The main Lotto draw will feature numbers selected from a pool of 59, with a bonus ball also drawn. Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 offer additional opportunities to win, each with their own set of numbers and prize tiers. The draws took place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, with results published shortly after 9:00 PM SAST.

The winning numbers for Saturday, March 21, 2026, are as follows: Lotto: 03, 07, 16, 22, 42, 53, with a bonus ball of 09. Lotto Plus 1: 06, 08, 13, 32, 56, 58, with a bonus ball of 18. Lotto Plus 2: 10, 22, 24, 29, 37, 42, with a bonus ball of 04.

While The Citizen publishes the results promptly, lottery officials advise players to verify their tickets on the official National Lottery website (www.nationallottery.co.za) to ensure accuracy. The publication notes that while every effort is made to provide correct information, it cannot be held responsible for any errors.

Ticket sales for the South African National Lottery close at 8:30 PM on the day of the draw, with the draw itself commencing at 9:00 PM. Players can purchase tickets at authorized lottery outlets or through selected banking applications, subject to individual terms and conditions. A standard Lotto entry costs R5, with an additional R2.50 required to participate in Lotto Plus.

The R58 million Lotto jackpot represents a 5.5% increase from the previous draw on March 18, due to the jackpot rolling over. This rollover pattern is common when no players match all six numbers, leading to larger potential payouts in subsequent draws. The National Lottery’s website provides a historical record of winning numbers, allowing players to check past results and analyze trends, though past results are not indicative of future outcomes.

The lottery continues to be a significant source of revenue for good causes in South Africa, with a portion of the proceeds allocated to various charitable initiatives. Players are encouraged to participate responsibly and to view the lottery as a form of entertainment rather than a guaranteed financial gain.