Well, it’s bad news for Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 on Saturday 9 May 2026 on account of it basically resetting. Offering up a maximum R106 million last night, ITHUBA confirms that someone did win the big R100-million Lotto jackpot. However, the lucky so-and-so is still to come forward to accept their winnings.
So, once again, this returns PowerBall (R155 million) back to the top as South Africa’s biggest lotto game. Which, sadly, means Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 on Saturday 9 May 2026 recoils to just R11.5 million. R3 million apiece between Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and R5 million for Plus 2.
LOTTO AND LOTTO PLUS 1 AND 2 ON SATURDAY 9 MAY 2026
Nevertheless, let’s quickly look back at last night’s winning numbers for Wednesday 6 May 2026, which saw an epic R100-million payout. And double-check if you got close to these numbers. The search is on for this winner:
WEDNESDAY’S LOTTO NUMBERS
Draw date: 6 May 2026
LOTTO NUMBERS
06, 08, 23, 40, 42, 44
Bonus ball: 10
LOTTO PLUS 1 NUMBERS
11, 22, 26, 31, 49, 53
Bonus ball: 20
LOTTO PLUS 2 NUMBERS
05, 23, 24, 52, 55, 57
Bonus ball: 28
You can also check out all previous 2026 Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 results HERE.
R11-MILLION LOTTO AND LOTTO PLUS 1 AND 2 ON SATURDAY 9 MAY 2026
Now more than ever after the last big win, to maximise your potential, you should play PowerBall – R155 million – this coming Friday. To newbies, both lottos play twice every week, which gives you more chances of winning. Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 require players to choose six numbers from 1-58. Entry is R5, plus an extra R2.50 each for Lotto Plus 1 and 2. So, R10 in total to play all three. Opting for the extra spin is the best money you can ever spend.
Should you choose numbers manually or opt for an auto-generated Quick Pick? This is a question that faces every regular player, and the outcome based on stats is clear. And your odds are actually slightly better for Lotto over PowerBall, with a 1 in 40 475 358 chance of winning.
HOW TO ENTER LOTTO GAMES AND CLAIM YOUR WINNINGS
As ever, you can buy tickets in-store at any licensed retailer, like this week’s winner. Alternatively, you can enter online by creating an account with ITHUBA or through the app. However, the lottery operator does close its doors on 31 May 2026, when Sizekhaya Holdings takes over. Banking apps from FNB, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Absa and Capitec also let you enter digitally. Remember that ticket sales close at 20:30 on draw days.
If you win Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 on Saturday 9 May 2026, here’s what you need to know:
- You must be in possession of the winning ticket with correct serial number and/or winning SMS/email confirmation.
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Hold a valid proof of identity.
- Have a valid South African bank account (not older than three months).
- And winnings must be claimed within 365 days of the date of the draw.
Likewise, depending on how much money you’ve won, there are certain places to claim your winnings:
- Retail stores only pay out winnings up to R2 000.
- Winnings over R10 000 but less than R50 000 must be claimed at an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC).
- From there, all participating banks will pay up to R249 1069 via EFT (African Bank only up to R49 1069).
- For anything higher than R250 000, you must report in-person to an ITHUBA office.
