In a thrilling turn of events, a single lucky winner has bagged an incredible R33,515,456.40 in the latest Powerball Plus draw held on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. This unexpected windfall is a life-changing sum that will surely offer a fresh start and open new doors for the fortunate individual who matched all the winning numbers.
The draw, which created one new millionaire, also saw another lucky player win a substantial prize of R217,114.10 by matching five out of the six winning numbers. However, the Powerball jackpot itself continues to roll over, with no winner for that top prize this time. The jackpot now stands at a massive R100 million, marking the 16th consecutive rollover. The excitement builds as the next draw, scheduled for January 24, 2025, could potentially create an even larger payday for some fortunate player.
Interestingly, while the Powerball jackpot remains elusive, another winner also emerged in the Powerball category, claiming R505,535.40 for matching five correct numbers. These kinds of wins, while not as monumental as the jackpot, still provide significant rewards for those lucky enough to hit those near-perfect combinations.
The National Lottery Ithuba continues to emphasize that all winning tickets are valid for 365 days from the draw date, giving winners ample time to claim their prizes. With winnings being tax-free, the lucky players can look forward to receiving their funds within 72 hours of a successful claim, making the process both swift and seamless.
The thrill of winning a life-changing sum is not new for South Africans, with another massive Powerball win occurring just a few months ago. In November 2024, a married man from South Africa claimed the R77,428,794.30 jackpot from the Powerball draw on November 26. His reaction to the news was one of disbelief. He received a call from his bank the morning after the draw, notifying him of the life-changing sum that had come his way. “We couldn’t believe it at first,” he shared, still processing the magnitude of the win. “I went straight to the Ithuba offices to verify the news.”
The story of the November winner is one of joy and relief. The man expressed his deep gratitude, stating, “I am so happy and relieved about this win—it’s going to change my life forever.” With a sum like that, it’s no surprise that the winner felt a profound shift in his outlook and future.
As the Powerball jackpot continues to climb, the hopes of thousands of hopeful players across South Africa are pinned on the next draw. With R100 million now up for grabs, many are eagerly awaiting the chance to see if they’ll be the next person to hear those life-altering words: “You’re a winner.”
While the path to a multimillion-rand win is uncertain, the National Lottery Ithuba’s commitment to quick payouts and tax-free winnings ensures that every lucky player’s journey will be as smooth as possible. For now, the question remains: will the next big winner be you?
