The winner of the R43,158,293.10 Powerball jackpot from draw number 1553, held on Friday, October 11, 2024, has claimed her winnings. The lucky winner, an Arts teacher, purchased her ticket via the Absa banking platform, playing for 10 future draws. She won the jackpot on the third draw of her ticket.
The winner shared how she discovered the news of her big win: “I was on my way from work when the bank called me on Monday to check my Powerball ticket and get in touch with ITHUBA because I have won some money. When I got home, I checked my ticket against the winning numbers. When I realised that I had won the jackpot, I felt like I was in a dream for a while, it's an amazing feeling! I instantly called my husband to share the news."
With her newfound windfall, the winner plans to treat her family to a tropical island getaway, but her first purchase will be a grand piano. "The first thing I’m going to buy is a grand piano, then I’ll take my family on vacation to a beautiful tropical island”, said the excited winner. She added: “I will continue working because I really love my job. However, many of our family’s long-term goals will now happen sooner, and I'm grateful for that.”
Reflecting on her journey as a National Lottery participant, the winner shared. "I have been playing the lottery for a long time, playing the same numbers. I have always believed with each ticket, 'this could be the one.' Now my time has finally come!" she said.
Charmaine Mabuza, ITHUBA CEO, congratulated the winner, stating: "We are thrilled for this winner who has welcomed the news of her winnings with such gratitude and excitement. We are happy to see winners emerging from various platforms, whether it's in-store, on our digital platforms, or that of our partners. The various ways of playing have certainly enabled more people to access the National Lottery games and win big jackpots, just like this winner."
ITHUBA offers trauma counselling and financial advice to winners of R50,000 and more, ensuring they are supported as they navigate their new reality.
Players must be 18 years or older.
