Stand a chance to win R83 million: guaranteed PowerBall jackpot for this Friday’s draw
Excitement
You could win big this festive season.
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WITH the festive season fast approaching, South Africans have an extraordinary reason to celebrate as Ithuba, the proud Operator of the National Lottery, announces a guaranteed PowerBall jackpot of R83 million for this Friday’s draw, taking place on December 12.
"As the country enters the festive period, South Africans have even more reason to celebrate. This extraordinary jackpot invites participants nationwide to dream bigger, play with optimism, and embrace the possibility of stepping into the holidays with a truly life-changing prize.
'This guaranteed R83 million PowerBall jackpot follows the incredible excitement created by the R163 million PowerBall jackpot won in October 2025 from a R30 wager - an unforgettable reminder that anything is possible when you choose to play," said Ithuba in a statement.
Charmaine Mabuza, Ithuba CEO, expressed her excitement: "We are delighted that participants have the opportunity to play for this remarkable jackpot, especially at this meaningful time of the year. As the operator of the National Lottery, we remain committed to offering jackpots that have the potential to transform lives and inspire the nation."
Beyond the excitement of Friday’s guaranteed jackpot, every ticket purchased helps uplift communities across South Africa by contributing to National Lottery-funded initiatives - extending the spirit of giving far beyond the festive season, added the statement.