R102 Million PowerBall & PowerBall Plus: Results for Tuesday, 3 March 2026
South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, will offer a combined jackpot of R102 million, marking a significant increase after ten consecutive rollovers. This substantial prize pool – R68 million for PowerBall and R34 million for PowerBall Plus – comes after no winners emerged from the Friday, February 27th draws.
A Tenth Roll-Over and Rising Jackpots
The current R102 million offering represents a considerable jump from the average PowerBall jackpot payout of R22 million. It’s the largest prize available since a near-record R179-million jackpot was won in January, according to The South African. The lack of recent winners has fueled this growth, benefiting both PowerBall and PowerBall Plus players.
For those unfamiliar with the game, each PowerBall board costs R5, with an additional R2.50 required for PowerBall Plus, totaling R7.50 per entry. The odds of winning the PowerBall jackpot are approximately 1 in 42,310,220, while the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws, offering R54 million in prizes this past weekend, have slightly better odds at 1 in 40,410,235.
Friday’s Results: A Recap
To provide context, the winning numbers from the Friday, February 27, 2026, draws were as follows:
- PowerBall Numbers: 11, 14, 24, 32, 43
- PowerBall: 02
- PowerBall Plus Numbers: 27, 31, 36, 37, 43
- PowerBall: 04
Players can review previous PowerBall results for 2026 on The South African’s Lotto Results page, offering a historical perspective on winning numbers.
The Odds and the Appeal of Quick Pick
ITHUBA, the operator of the National Lottery, notes that each draw is an independent event, meaning a first-time player has the same chance of winning as someone who consistently participates. Interestingly, ITHUBA reports that the last two major jackpot winners utilized the “Quick Pick” option, an auto-generated entry available through banking apps. This suggests a degree of randomness in winning, despite any perceived patterns or strategies.
How to Participate and Claim Winnings
Tickets for the Tuesday, March 3, 2026, PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws are available for purchase until 20:30, thirty minutes before the official draw at 21:00. Players can purchase tickets through the National Lottery website, the Mobile App, or at participating retailers.
Claiming winnings depends on the amount:
- Prizes up to R2,000 can be claimed at retail stores.
- Winnings between R10,000 and R49,999 must be claimed at an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC).
- Amounts from R50,000 to R249,999 can be claimed via EFT through participating banks (with African Bank limited to R49,999).
- Jackpots exceeding R250,000 require an in-person claim at an ITHUBA office.
To claim a prize, players must possess a winning ticket with the correct serial number, be 18 years of age or older, provide valid identification, and have a South African bank account no older than three months. Winnings must be claimed within 365 days of the draw date.
A History of Large Payouts
The current R102 million jackpot isn’t unprecedented. In 2019, a record R232-million payout was awarded, and more recently, a couple secured a R179-million win after 24 consecutive rollovers. These instances demonstrate the potential for substantial returns, albeit with extremely low probabilities.
Looking Ahead: Draw Details and Considerations
The PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, represent a significant opportunity for South African lottery players. While the odds remain long, the substantial jackpot – nearly five times the average payout – may incentivize increased participation. Players should be aware of the ticket purchase deadline of 20:30 and the various claim procedures based on the winning amount. The availability of Quick Pick options through banking apps offers a convenient, albeit random, method of entry.