Lotto Results South Africa
Latest Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draw results. Updated every Wednesday and Saturday. For official verification always check nationallottery.co.za.
Last updated: Saturday 22 March 2026 • Next draw: Wednesday 25 March 2026
Lotto - Wednesday 19 March 2026
Draw #2241 • Pick 6 from 52 • Jackpot: R4,200,000
00 Main numbers 00 Bonus ball
Lotto Plus 1 - Wednesday 19 March 2026
Lotto Plus 2 - Wednesday 19 March 2026
Lotto - Saturday 22 March 2026
Draw #2242 • Pick 6 from 52 • Jackpot: R8,700,000
Results shown are for illustrative purposes. Always verify your ticket on the official National Lottery website or at a licensed retailer. This site is not affiliated with Ithuba or the National Lotteries Commission.
How to play Lotto
Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 52, or select QuickPick for a random selection.
Optionally add Lotto Plus 1 (+R2.50) and Lotto Plus 2 (+R2.50) using the same numbers for two more chances.
Purchase at any licensed retailer or online at nationallottery.co.za. Tickets close at 20:30 on draw days.
Draws are broadcast on SABC and results appear online within minutes of the draw.
Lotto draw schedule
| Game | Draw Days | Ticket Close | Result Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotto | Wednesday & Saturday | 20:30 | ~21:00 |
| Lotto Plus 1 | Wednesday & Saturday (same draw) | 20:30 | ~21:00 |
| Lotto Plus 2 | Wednesday & Saturday (same draw) | 20:30 | ~21:00 |
Lotto prize divisions
| Division | Match | Approx. Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Jackpot) | 6 of 6 | Pari-mutuel (min. R2m) |
| 2 | 5 + Bonus | ~R150,000-R400,000 |
| 3 | 5 of 6 | ~R5,000-R15,000 |
| 4 | 4 + Bonus | ~R2,000-R4,000 |
| 5 | 4 of 6 | ~R100-R200 |
| 6 | 3 + Bonus | ~R50-R100 |
| 7 | 3 of 6 | ~R20-R50 |
| 8 | 2 + Bonus | R15 (fixed) |
Frequently asked questions
Lotto draws take place on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. Results are typically available by 21:00 on draw days. Ticket sales close at 20:30.
Check results on the official National Lottery website at nationallottery.co.za, through the official Ithuba app, at licensed retailers, or on SABC television after each draw.
The Lotto bonus ball is a seventh number drawn after the six main numbers. It is used for Division 2 (5 main numbers + bonus) and Division 6 (3 main numbers + bonus). It is not drawn from a separate pool - it is an additional ball from the same 52-ball pool.
The jackpot odds are 1 in 20,358,520. The overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 38. Division 8 (2 main numbers + bonus) has the best odds at around 1 in 133.