Lotto and Lotto Plus Worth a Lowly R7 Million as Sizekhaya's New Tiered Payout System Continues to Pay Out Almost Every Game

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The Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday 24 June 2026 is a far cry from its heyday, with a paltry R7 million up for grabs. This is not the first time this has happened since new operator Sizekhaya took over, and many are left wondering if their new tiered payout system is working too well. For those who are unaware, Sizekhaya's new system pays out almost every game, which means the jackpots rarely roll over to large numbers like they did before under ITHUBA.

But what exactly is Sizekhaya's new tiered payout system, and how does it work? In simple terms, players now choose six different numbers between 1 and 52, with the option to select your own numbers or to do so randomly, otherwise known as Quick Pick. A new feature is selecting one extra number at 7x the ticket price (called MP1), which increases the chances of winning. Prizes are awarded to players who match at least three of the six drawn numbers, with prizes increasing for more matching numbers. According to the rules, players who match all six drawn numbers win equal shares of the jackpot.

The odds of this are 1 in 20 358 520, which is quite low.

Meanwhile, PowerBall continues to rollover indiscriminately, sitting at a massive R177 million for the next draw. This is not the first time PowerBall has rolled over five times consecutively, and many are left wondering when it will finally be won. PowerBall has been around for a while, and it has been a staple of South African entertainment for many years. However, the latest roll-over has left many players in a state of limbo, wondering if they will ever get to claim their prize.

If you are one of the lucky winners, here's what you need to know. You must be 18 years of age, have the winning ticket with the correct serial number, possess a valid proof of ID, and have a valid South African bank account. You have to claim your winnings within 365 days of the date of the draw. For any further enquires on lotto winnings, past or present, contact Sizekhaya directly.