Sandton Lotto Winner: R100 Million Jackpot Sparks Ticket-Checking Rush Across South Africa

A single Lotto ticket bought in Sandton has turned an ordinary shopping trip into one of South Africa’s biggest lottery stories of 2026. One player won R100,644,721.10 in the National Lottery Lotto draw number 2643, held on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, after purchasing a ticket at Checkers Hyper in Sandton City using the Quick Pick selection method.

The win immediately triggered a nationwide call for players to check their tickets, particularly those who bought entries in and around Sandton. At the time of reporting, the winner had not yet come forward, leaving the country watching closely as ITHUBA, operator of the South African National Lottery, waits to welcome its newest multi-millionaire.

The jackpot is especially significant because ITHUBA confirmed it is the third-highest National Lottery jackpot won in 2026 to date.

A Sandton Ticket Worth More Than R100 Million

The winning Lotto ticket was not bought through a banking app or online platform. It was purchased in-store at Checkers Hyper in Sandton City, one of Johannesburg’s busiest retail destinations. The player used Quick Pick, meaning the lottery processing system randomly selected the numbers on the ticket.

For many players, Quick Pick represents the simplest way to enter: no personal number combinations, no birthdays, no patterns — just a randomly generated selection and a chance at life-changing money.

The winning Lotto numbers were:

06, 08, 23, 40, 42, 44
Bonus ball: 10

The bonus ball was not required to win the jackpot.

ITHUBA Searches for the New Multi-Millionaire

ITHUBA confirmed the massive jackpot and urged all participants who played in the Sandton area to check their tickets carefully.

“We are excited to welcome our newest multi-millionaire and encourage every participant to check their tickets! We look forward to supporting them through this life-changing journey,” said ITHUBA CEO, Charmaine Mabuza.

The identity of the winner had not been revealed at the time of publishing. That is common in major lottery wins, especially when the winning ticket was bought in-store and the operator must wait for the ticket holder to come forward.

For the winner, the next step is simple but critical: locate the ticket, sign the back of it, and present valid identification when claiming the prize.

Lotto Plus Results: No Jackpot Winners

While the main Lotto jackpot produced a winner, there were no winners for the Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 jackpots.

The Lotto Plus 1 numbers were:

11, 22, 26, 31, 49, 53
Bonus ball: 20

The Lotto Plus 2 numbers were:

05, 23, 24, 52, 55, 57
Bonus ball: 28

After the draw, the Lotto jackpots were reset for the next draw scheduled for Saturday, 9 May. The estimated jackpots were:

Lotto: R3 million
Lotto Plus 1: R3 million
Lotto Plus 2: R5.5 million

Daily Lotto Results for 7 May 2026

Search interest around the Sandton Lotto winner also coincided with Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for Thursday, 7 May 2026.

The estimated jackpots for that night were:

Daily Lotto: R450,000
Daily Lotto Plus: R150,000

The winning numbers were:

Daily Lotto: 01, 06, 14, 18, 35
Daily Lotto Plus: 01, 08, 23, 27, 29

The Daily Lotto draws take place shortly after 8:30pm every evening, and tickets can be bought until 8:30pm. Unlike the main Lotto, the Daily Lotto jackpot is guaranteed to be paid out every day. If no player matches all five numbers, the jackpot is shared among players who match two or more numbers.

What Happens After Winning the Lotto?

A jackpot of more than R100 million is not only a financial event; it is a life event. Winners of major prizes are referred to ITHUBA for the payout process, and those winning large amounts are guided through the necessary claim requirements.

Winners are reminded to:

Sign the back of the ticket immediately.
Keep the ticket safe.
Present valid identification when claiming the prize.
Follow official instructions from the lottery operator.
Verify results through the National Lottery’s official channels.

Players who win more than R250,000 are referred to ITHUBA for payout. Winners of more than R50,000 receive free financial and trauma counselling. Lotto winnings are tax-free.

This support is important because sudden wealth can bring pressure, attention, and major financial decisions. For a winner of more than R100 million, counselling and professional guidance can help protect the prize and plan responsibly for the future.

How South Africans Play Lotto

The Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 games allow players to participate by choosing six numbers from 1 to 52. Players can either select their own numbers manually or choose Quick Pick, where the system randomly generates the numbers.

There is no limit to the number of boards a player can enter, and the system also allows multi-draw participation. That means players can use the same numbers across multiple future draws.

The Sandton winner’s success with Quick Pick will likely renew interest in random number selection, but the result remains a reminder that lottery outcomes are entirely chance-based.

Weekly National Lottery Schedule

South Africa’s National Lottery operates across several games during the week. The schedule includes Daily Lotto every day, with Lotto and PowerBall draws taking place on specific days.

Monday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus
Tuesday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus, PowerBall & PowerBall Plus
Wednesday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus, Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Lotto Plus 2
Thursday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus
Friday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus, PowerBall & PowerBall Plus
Saturday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus, Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 & Lotto Plus 2
Sunday: Daily Lotto & Daily Lotto Plus

The R100,644,721.10 Sandton jackpot came from a Wednesday Lotto draw, one of the week’s major draw days.

Why This Win Matters

The Sandton Lotto win arrives during a year already marked by major National Lottery payouts. In April, two South Africans won multi-million-rand prizes in Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 during draw 2638 on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

One winner claimed R9,945,027.10 in Lotto Plus 1 from a R100 wager using manual selection, while another won R22,308,590.70 in Lotto Plus 2 from an R80 ticket selected via Quick Pick. Both tickets were purchased through banking platforms, pointing to a growing shift toward digital lottery participation.

By contrast, the Sandton jackpot shows that in-store lottery play remains powerful. A ticket bought during a retail visit at Sandton City has produced one of the largest wins of the year.

A Moment of Hope, With a Reminder to Play Responsibly

The R100 million jackpot story has all the elements that make lottery wins capture public attention: a major retail location, an unknown winner, a huge prize, and a simple ticket that may still be sitting in someone’s wallet, handbag, drawer, or car.

For the lucky player, the prize could reshape family plans, career choices, property goals, business dreams, and long-term financial security. For the broader public, it is another reminder of the extraordinary odds and emotional pull of lottery games.

ITHUBA has urged players to check their tickets and play responsibly. That message matters because while the dream of winning is powerful, lottery participation should remain affordable entertainment rather than a financial strategy.

Somewhere in Johannesburg, one ticket is worth R100,644,721.10. Until the winner comes forward, South Africa’s newest Lotto millionaire remains unknown — but their life has already changed.