PowerBall & PowerBall Plus Results: R57 Million Jackpot Tonight – 24 March 2026
South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws took place Tuesday, March 24, 2026, with jackpots estimated at R5 million and R52 million respectively. The winning numbers have been revealed, offering a potential life-changing windfall for lucky players. While the allure of a multi-million Rand prize is strong, understanding the mechanics of these lotteries, the odds involved, and the support available to winners is crucial for anyone participating.
Tuesday’s Winning Numbers
The PowerBall numbers drawn on March 24, 2026, are 11, 13, 19, 22, 39, with the PowerBall number being 01. For PowerBall Plus, the winning numbers are 07, 15, 19, 31, 44, and the PowerBall is 20.
Players can verify these results against the official National Lottery website, as advised by the source, to ensure accuracy. The South African provides a convenient link for checking the latest updates.
Understanding the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus
The PowerBall requires players to select five main numbers from a pool of 1 to 50, and a single PowerBall number from 1 to 20. A standard board costs R5.00. The PowerBall Plus offers a second chance to win, utilizing the same number selection process but requiring an additional R2.50 per board. This effectively allows players to participate in two separate draws with a single ticket purchase.
Introduced in November 2015 by the National Lottery of South Africa, PowerBall Plus was designed to increase the frequency of large payouts and provide an additional layer of excitement for lottery enthusiasts. While the odds remain the same as the standard PowerBall, the prize amounts are typically slightly lower.
The Allure of the Jackpot: Historical Context
The largest lottery prize in South African history was awarded in the PowerBall on February 19, 2019, totaling an impressive R232,131,750.69. This record-breaking win underscores the potential for substantial financial gain, but also highlights the extremely low probability of winning. The current jackpots, while significant, are considerably smaller, offering a more realistic, though still challenging, path to becoming a multimillionaire.
Where and When to Play
Tickets for both PowerBall and PowerBall Plus can be purchased from a variety of retailers across South Africa, including participating banks such as FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank, and African Bank. Online purchases are also available through the National Lottery website (national lottery.co.za) and the National Lottery Mobile App. USSD access is available by dialing 1207529#.
It’s important to note that ticket sales close at 20:30 on the day of the draw. The draws themselves capture place every Tuesday and Friday at 21:00 (SA time) on e.tv (channel 194).
Beyond the Numbers: Support for Winners
Winning a substantial lottery prize can be a life-altering event, often accompanied by significant emotional and financial challenges. Recognizing this, the National Lottery provides free trauma counseling from professional psychologists and financial advice from accredited financial advisors to winners of R50,000 or more. This support is designed to aid winners navigate the complexities of sudden wealth and make informed decisions about their future.
winnings are paid tax-free directly into the winner’s account, simplifying the process and maximizing the financial benefit.
A Weekly Lottery Schedule
South Africa’s National Lottery offers a diverse range of games throughout the week. Here’s a breakdown of the schedule:
- Monday: Daily Lotto
- Tuesday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus
- Wednesday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2
- Thursday: Daily Lotto
- Friday: Daily Lotto + PowerBall and PowerBall Plus
- Saturday: Daily Lotto + Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2
- Sunday: Daily Lotto
For detailed information and to confirm winning numbers, players are encouraged to visit the official National Lottery website. Past PowerBall and PowerBall Plus results and payouts are also available online for those who may have missed a draw.
While the odds of winning remain long, the potential rewards and the support systems in place for winners make the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws a continuing source of hope and excitement for many South Africans. Remember to play responsibly and always verify results on the official National Lottery website.
Recent reporting from Sunday World confirms the results for Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as detailed above. Further information on previous draws can be found through The Citizen regarding the Friday, March 20, 2026, results.