Lotto Plus 2 jackpot winner to retire to the coast after R12.7 million pay day
ITHUBA, operators of the National Lottery in South Africa, have announced that the lucky winner of over R12.7 million in the Lotto Plus 2 jackpot has come forward to claim their winnings.
The winning ticket was purchased through the Capitec banking app with a R20 wager using the Quick Pick selection method, on Wednesday 30 April 2025 in draw number 2537.
The winning numbers were 4, 6, 17, 18, 21, 40 while the bonus ball was 1.
The exact amount won was R12 721 735.
The winner, a pensioner, was over the moon when he discovered he had won, but above all, he was deeply relieved.
'My wife and I have been facing significant medical challenges, and the financial burden has been overwhelming.
'Now, we'll finally be able to access the quality care we need – this win couldn't have come at a better time,' he said.
The winner explained that he first shared the news of his multimillion-rand win with his wife, and later
with their son, who has been caring for them selflessly.
He added: 'My wife was completely thrilled, and my son – who's been looking after us with such grace, driving us to all our medical appointments willingly – was just so relieved that we will finally be able to afford better health care.'
Elaborating on how he plans to spend his winnings, he added: 'We are packing our bags and moving to the coast to spend the rest of our retirement there. I am so grateful that we will spend the golden years of our lives in peace and tranquility,' he concluded.
ITHUBA's CEO, Charmaine Mabuza, shared her sentiments on the winner's story, saying: 'This winner's story is very heartwarming.
'All National Lottery participants have their one big reason why they play.
'For this winner, he wanted to enjoy his golden years in peace without worrying about the basics.
'We are so glad that the Lotto Plus 2 jackpot will help him achieve that,' said Mabuza.
All winners have 365 days from the draw date to claim their prize, and all National Lottery winnings
are tax-free.
ITHUBA is dedicated to responsible gaming and responsible winning and offers trauma counseling and financial advice for winners of R50 000 and above.
ITHUBA encourages all participants to keep their tickets safe and, for those playing with physical tickets,
to write their name and ID number on the back for security purposes.
Players must be 18 years or older to play. Play responsibly.
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