Charles Esther
It’s time for the latest Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 draws in South Africa.
Players are asking the big question – will tonight’s draw produce the country’s next multimillionaire?
The jackpot estimates for Wednesday’s game are as follows:
- Lotto – R35 million
- Lotto Plus 1 – R7 million
- Lotto Plus 2 – R1 million
Wednesday’s Winning Lotto Numbers
Draw Date: 20 August 2025
- Lotto Numbers: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0
- Bonus Ball: 0
- Lotto Plus 1 Numbers: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0
- Bonus Ball: 0
- Lotto Plus 2 Numbers: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0
- Bonus Ball: 0
The official results are updated shortly after 21:00, and players are advised to refresh the page for the latest updates.
Previous Lotto Draws and Payouts
Did you miss a past draw?
You can check previous Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 results, including prize payouts, on the official lottery platform.
Recent highlights include:
- Lotto results for Wednesday, 20 August 2025
- PowerBall estimated at R69 million on Friday, 22 August 2025
- Daily Lotto results for Tuesday, 19 August 2025
When Do Lotto Draws Take Place?
The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 draws are held every Wednesday and Saturday.
The draws are broadcast live on SABC 2 at 20:56 (SA time).
How Lotto Works
Players choose six numbers from 1 to 52.
For those who prefer not to pick, a Quick Pick option randomly generates numbers.
Originally, Lotto numbers ranged from 1 to 49, but Ithuba Holdings increased it to 1–52 on 30 July 2017.
During the draw, six main balls are selected, followed by a Bonus Ball that only applies to players who matched five numbers.
Prizes start from matching three numbers, while matching all six secures the jackpot.
If no one wins the jackpot, it rolls over to the next draw.
The entry fee is R5.00 per board.
Lotto Plus 1
Lotto Plus 1 works exactly like Lotto, but gives players a second chance to win.
For an extra R2.50 per board, you can enter Lotto Plus 1.
It was introduced on 26 November 2003.
Lotto Plus 2
Lotto Plus 2 offers a third chance to win with the same rules.
It was introduced on 30 July 2017 and also costs R2.50 per board in addition to a Lotto ticket.
Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets are available at:
- Participating retailers
- Online at nationallottery.co.za
- The National Lottery Mobile App
- Participating banks: FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank, African Bank
- USSD by dialing 1207529#
Ticket sales close at 20:30 on draw days.
Did You Know?
Winners of R50,000 or more receive:
- Free trauma counselling from professional psychologists
- Free financial advice from accredited advisors
All winnings are tax-free and paid directly into winners’ accounts.
Who Can Play?
Players must be 18 years or older to participate in the Lotto.
Lottery Game Schedule
- Monday: Daily Lotto
- Tuesday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall & PowerBall Plus
- Wednesday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Lotto Plus 2
- Thursday: Daily Lotto
- Friday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall & PowerBall Plus
- Saturday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Lotto Plus 2
- Sunday: Daily Lotto
Final Reminder
Always confirm winning numbers on the official National Lottery website.
We publish results as accurately as possible, but only the official site can confirm them 100%.
