PowerBall & PowerBall Plus: R57 Million Jackpot – March 24, 2026 Results & Odds

South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus lotteries are resetting after a weekend win, offering a combined R57 million in prizes this Tuesday, March 24, 2026. While a significant sum, it represents a downturn from the recent R108 million jackpot claimed after fifteen consecutive rollovers.

The guaranteed winnings break down to R52 million for PowerBall and R5 million for PowerBall Plus. This follows a busy start to 2026 for the National Lottery operator, Ithuba, which already paid out a R179 million PowerBall jackpot in January. That win was the second-largest in the lottery’s history, trailing only the R232 million prize awarded in 2019.

For those hoping to test their luck, the odds remain substantial. A standard PowerBall ticket, costing R5, offers a 1 in 42,310,200 chance of hitting the jackpot. PowerBall Plus, at R2.50 per board, is included for a total cost of R7.50 per entry. While the odds are long, Tuesday’s R57 million total payout is more than double the average PowerBall jackpot of R22 million.

Friday’s, March 20, 2026, winning numbers were 05, 08, 11, 17, and 41, with the PowerBall number being 02. For PowerBall Plus, the numbers were 12, 18, 28, 40, and 45, with a PowerBall of 15.

Beyond PowerBall and PowerBall Plus, players also have the opportunity to win in the R74 million Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 draws taking place tonight. These games, costing R5 per board and R2.50 for Plus 1 and 2 (totaling R10), offer slightly better odds – 1 in 40,310,358 for the Lotto jackpot. The average Lotto jackpot payout is R5.95 million, making tonight’s prize almost twelve times higher than usual.

It’s important to remember that the National Lottery operator is scheduled to change in June 2026, though the current games will remain operational under Ithuba until then. Tickets for Tuesday’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws are available until 8:30 PM, with the official draw taking place at 9:00 PM. Players can purchase tickets online via the National Lottery website or mobile app, or at participating retailers.

Prize claims vary depending on the amount won. Winnings up to R2,000 can be claimed at retail stores. Amounts between R10,000 and R49,999 require a visit to an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC). Winnings from R49,999 to R249,999 can be claimed via EFT through participating banks (with African Bank limited to R49,999). Any amount exceeding R250,000 must be claimed in person at an Ithuba office.

while the odds are stacked against players – with the house retaining 99.9% of the money wagered – the potential for a life-changing win remains. Six numbers stand between hopefuls and a share of the R57 million prize pool on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.