This is where the R124million Powerball jackpot winner bought their ticket from
The winner of the R124 million Powerball jackpot purchased their winning ticket via the Absa banking app.
The winner from the August 5, 2025, draw will walk away with a staggering R124,602,697.30.
National Lottery Ithuba said the winner spent R37,50 on their ticket and opted to select their numbers manually.
Seven players matched five numbers and each walked away with over R115,000 in Division 2, while 49 other participants each won over R10,000 in Division 3.
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