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The South African
3 days ago
- General
- The South African
The Lotto results for Saturday, 26 July 2025
It's time for today's Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draws. Will you be South Africa's next Lotto multimillionaire? Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 jackpot estimates: Lotto – estimated at R14 million Lotto Plus 1 – estimated at R30 million Lotto Plus 2 – estimated at R5 million If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play! You know what they say, you've got to be in it, to win it. NOTE: The numbers drawn will appear below as soon as they are available at or after 21:00. View the latest version of this page to verify whether the numbers have been updated. Draw Date: 26 July 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 Did you miss a draw and wonder if you're actually a millionaire? Click here to view past Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 and payouts. The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2 draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday on SABC 2 at 20:56 (SA time) Players buy tickets with their choice of six different numbers between 1 and 52. There is provision for random numbers to be generated automatically for those who do not wish to choose, known as a Quick Pick. When introduced, the Lotto jackpot draw required numbers from 1 to 49. Ithuba Holdings increased the number from 49 to 52 on 30 July 2017. In the draw, six numbered balls are drawn without replacement from a set of 52 balls numbered from 1 to 52. A further Bonus Ball is also drawn, which only affects players who match five numbers. Prizes are awarded to players who match at least three of the six drawn numbers, with prizes increasing for matching more of the drawn numbers. All players who match all six drawn numbers win equal shares of the jackpot. The chance of doing so is 1 in 20,358,520. If four, five, or six balls are matched, the relevant prize is divided equally between all who match that many balls. If no player matches all six numbers, the jackpot rolls over and is added to that of the next Lotto draw. The entry fee to the Lotto draw is set at R5.00 per board. Lotto Plus 1 is exactly the same as Lotto, but gives the player a second chance to win. When buying a Lotto ticket, players can pay an extra R2.50 per board to enter the Lotto Plus 1 draw. Odds are the same, while prizes are usually slightly lower. Lotto Plus 1 was introduced on 26 November 2003. Lotto Plus 2 is exactly the same as Lotto, but gives the player a third chance to win. When buying a Lotto ticket, players can pay an extra R2.50 per board to enter the Lotto Plus 2 draw. Odds are the same, while prizes are usually slightly lower. Lotto Plus 2 was introduced on 30 July 2017. Buy your tickets now at your nearest participating retailer, on our website by visiting national using your computer or mobile site, via the National Lottery Mobile App, or participating banks, namely FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank and African Bank otherwise dial 120 7529# for USSD. Winners who win R50 000 and above receive free trauma counselling from professional psychologists and financial advice from accredited financial advisors absolutely free. At the same time, winnings are paid tax-free directly into the winner's accounts. If you are buying tickets from a lottery outlet, they close at 20:30 on the day of a draw Players must be 18 years old. Monday: Daily Lotto Daily Lotto Tuesday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus Wednesday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 Thursday: Daily Lotto Daily Lotto Friday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus Saturday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 Sunday: Daily Lotto For more details and to verify the winning numbers, visit the National Lottery website. You must always confirm the official winning numbers on the National Lottery website. We do our best to post the results as accurately as possible, but the National Lottery is the only source you can use to 100% verify the results. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Got R14m to spare? Get this home cinema and forget the sports car
This is more than just your average television, soundbar and woofer from appliance brands. Journalists were seated on seats from Moovia, the German masters of cinema comfort. Picture: The Citizen As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, home automation, entertainment and cinema have taken a giant leap into the future. Unlike mobile phones and computers which are launched and upgraded every year, home cinema is modular and can be enhanced as the need arises. But it does come at a price, to be precise, starting from about R1 million to R14 million and more. Not just a cinema room Warren Husband, solutions architect and client liaison at Homemation invited The Citizen to tour its home cinema offering in several rooms which he compared to high-end sports cars, depending on what marque you want. This is more than just your average television, soundbar and woofer from appliance brands but rather aimed at people who have wads of cash to create an entertainment hub in their home. Wellness Husband said the rooms are also being used for health and wellness in the privacy of your home. 'They are being used for working out. The moms or wives who like to do yoga or whatever. What I want to do is create a point of view, forest kind of thing and have all the speakers in the world to create the spaces that are far more than just skop, skiet and donder.' During the visit, journalists were shown a cinematic masterpiece – the largest and most advanced home theatre experience in Africa. As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, home automation, entertainment, and cinema have taken a giant leap into the future. Warren Husband explains… #Homemation @TheCitizen_News — 𝙵𝚊𝚒𝚣𝚎𝚕 𝙿𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚕 ⚡️ (@FaizelPatel143) July 26, 2025 ALSO READ: Samsung's new TV's allow you to take care of your pets [VIDEO] Crazy setup To accommodate 3m² of subwoofer cone area and 60 000 watts of amplification, the room was precision-built to eliminate vibrations and deliver bass performance which reverberated when a trailer of the movie Prey was shown. A 28-channel Ascendo audio system in an 11.11.6 Dolby Atmos configuration surrounds the audience. Six 21 inch subwoofers behind the screen, four more at the rear, and a 32 inch infrasonic subwoofer deliver earth-shaking bass, all calibrated using Trinnov's WaveForming technology A 177 inch Stewart Filmscreen with Harmony acoustically transparent fabric ensures perfect audio alignment paired with the Barco Hodr cinemascope projector, boasting over 7 500 lumens. Journalists were seated on seats from Moovia, the German masters of cinema comfort, which offer motorised adjustments and RGB-lit cupholders. A lot of moola However, all this comes at a price and if you have an extra R14 million to spare and are willing to sacrifice that sports car you were saving for, go for it. At least you will have a quiet room to cower in, to watch a movie, the latest F1 race or the Springboks taking on the All Blacks. Last year, The Citizen also visited Cinema Architects in Sandton which also offers a custom integration providing the design and installation of sophisticated electronic systems for premium and smart homes for residential environments. NOW READ: Digital gossip: When WhatsApp groups become serious cyber-risk zones
IOL News
6 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Durban's uShaka Marine World launches local campaigns amid rising costs and cashflow issues
uShaka Marine World, one of Durban's most famous attractions, is working hard to reconnect with local communities Image: uShaka Marine World uShaka Marine World, one of Durban's most famous attractions, said it is working hard to reconnect with local communities and change the way people see the park. Opened in 2004 along Durban's beachfront, uShaka was created to be a major tourism hub for the city and the KwaZulu-Natal province. It features an aquarium, water park, restaurants, and various marine-related activities. "Many think it's just for kids, but there's something here for everyone from snorkelling and scuba diving to restaurants and dangerous creatures.' CEO of uShaka Ndabo Khoza told IOL. This effort to boost local interest comes as the park faces serious financial challenges. The eThekwini Municipality recently approved a R14 million cash injection to help uShaka stay afloat during the quieter months. IOL previously reported that, according to the municipality, the cashflow challenges are attributed to the current business model as well as institutional arrangements. These issues become much more pronounced during the low trading periods of the park, wherein the monthly cash generated is less than the cash required to meet the mandatory expenditure for the corresponding period. "I think the first one is that the cost of operating a facility like this is quite huge to the extent that if you were to try and pass on all those costs to the visitors, it would then render the place to be extremely expensive for people to come. "So we try and find a way of cross-subsidizing some of those costs with other secondary revenue initiatives that we've got in place but sometimes that's also still not enough whereby one would then have to be able to get a grant here and there just to balance the books so that we still keep the price of coming to UshaKa Marine and being affordable," Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Khoza also outlined the financial difficulties faced by the park, noting that rising operational costs, particularly electricity and water for the large aquarium tanks, have put pressure on the budget. "I'll give you an example, the one year, the electricity increase that we had to deal with year on year, was 8 million in our bill, 8 million per annum now". "8 million at our price at that time would have meant that we need to bring in almost 28,000 more people into the park, just to be able to pay for that increase, so if you're not, then you must pass it on" To help close the gap, Khoza said uShaka is ramping up its efforts to attract local visitors, especially during off-peak periods. That includes discounted ticket prices, targeted marketing campaigns, and taking the brand directly to people in township malls and community spaces. "Everyone knows about Ushaka, but very few people have been there. If you think about it, if you ask a person why they don't go to Ushaka, they will say to you, It's expensive, and then you ask them how much it is. They wouldn't even tell you because they've just concluded that it's expensive. "So, amongst other things, we also now do this special price at certain times of the year, just to make it possible for the locals who perceive this place to be expensive for them to come and see" IOL Business Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel
TimesLIVE
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Our MINI Countryman SE gains Thule gear
South African motorists love vehicular accessories, and the game has come a long way. A set of rear louvres, plastic side window shields and sheepskin seat covers in an executive sedan might have signalled peak accessorisation in the olden days. In 2025, for buyers of crossovers and SUVs, it seems bicycle racks and roof-mounted storage solutions are must-have add ons. The items convey to fellow road users that the driver enjoys a more exciting, more adventurous lifestyle than the average pronoun. There are many brands offering such fixtures, including the manufacturers' own catalogues of in-house equipment. Swedish brand Thule is arguably the most recognisable aftermarket supplier, with a strong cachet and premium aura. A nice pairing for our similarly premium MINI Countryman SE, which recently gained the fitment of a Thule Force 3 (M) top-box, priced at R14,999. The 'M' is for medium. The latest storage solution from the brand piqued our interest because it is purportedly designed for 'eco-friendly' explorers who want to mitigate the increase in fuel consumption that usually comes with the fitment of a roof-mounted luggage compartment. Obviously, fuel consumption is of zero consideration to us in the electric MINI, but range maximisation is. To that end, the aerodynamic optimisation of the Thule unit is of particular significance. You will note the shape of the cargo box is sleeker than other offerings on the Thule menu, with a flatter, lengthier profile promising to reduce drag. Long-standing readers may recall it is not the first time this author has saddled on Thule gear while conducting a long-term test. There was the 12-month Volkswagen Polo GTI in 2020, upon whose ceiling we strapped a Thule Force XT (M). Aside from not being able to use the sunroof, we noted the considerable wind noise intruding at freeway speeds. However, it was a small price to pay for the flexibility of added space, which came in handy on an impromptu trip to Cape Town with five occupants and their luggage. The MINI has no sunroof in any case, so no hassles there. At freeway speeds the Force 3 does not appear to produce a considerable din, but we will measure the decibels for a reference, with the box on and after it is removed at the end of August. A trek to Cape Town would be a stretch, but the MINI's range of more than 400km will lend itself nicely to the exploration of provinces slightly beyond Gauteng. A jaunt down the N3 to the Drakensberg region seems like a decent prospect, with the opportunity to use the fast-charging facilities on offer in Harrismith. Last month we got a sense of the MINI's long distance capabilities on a 425km round trip from Johannesburg to Wolmaransstad and back. Charging infrastructure was not an issue. The Countryman SE attracts curiosity with its swanky alloys, gleaming black coat and privacy glass, and the added Thule headwear captures attention even further. It has the vibe of a European alpine tourer. Image: Brenwin Naidu Interestingly, the international Thule press release photography for the Force 3 saw the use of a Countryman as the demonstrator on which the box was fitted. Its 400l capacity coupled with the 460l boot of the MINI means packing light will not be necessary. More on that in the next update. LONG-TERM UPDATE 5 | MINI Countryman SE ALL4 ODOMETER ON DELIVERY: 4,621km CURRENT ODOMETER: 7,500km PRAISES: The Countryman is billed as the most adventurous MINI. The Thule kit complements the persona. GRIPES: Accepting that keeping black paint clean in dusty, wintry Johannesburg is impossible.
The Citizen
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
City Power meter checks begin: Avoid R14k fine by allowing access
City Power has announced that it will be commencing with meter audits across the Roodepoort Service Delivery Centre (SDC) supply areas from Monday, July 14. According to the entity's spokesperson, Isaac Mangena, the programme, which will run until August 31, is part of their ongoing efforts to modernise and streamline operations. 'Its primary objective is to enhance the accuracy of electricity billing while promoting greater transparency and operational efficiency in the delivery of our services.' Mangena adds that it is crucial that all customers are properly metered, ensuring that they are paying for the electricity they use daily. 'Customers who refuse meter audits and normalisation, particularly where meters are faulty or have been tampered with, leave us with no option but to disconnect them, with a fine of over R14 000 imposed for single-phase connections, along with additional reconnection fees. Three-phase connections may incur penalties exceeding R30 000. 'We urge customers to allow our metering technicians to complete their work efficiently. 'If residents are unavailable, our technicians will leave a 'No Access' letter by the customer's premises with the company name and contact details. In addition, we will provide the SDC name and the team leader's contact details. 'Customers are urged to immediately make arrangements for the audit.' Mangena adds that the entity is aware of safety concerns during this process, as criminals could attempt to disguise themselves as entity employees to gain access to properties. 'We urge customers to verify the credentials of City Power employees and contractors by contacting our Security Risk Management Control Room, their SDC, or by checking with their ward councillor to confirm if any work is scheduled in their area,' he says. 'All City Power employees and contractors are required to carry and produce their official ID cards while on duty.' These ID cards are colour-coded according to the different sections within City Power and display important identifying information, including: • The photo and personal details of the employee or contractor • The contractor's verification number (badge number) and expiry date • A firefly hologram for added security • Contact details for our Security Risk Management Control Room At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
