Powerball dreams come true: One lucky ticket bags life-changing R68 million
Absa app user strikes it rich in Draw 1617 with a R45 Quick Pick. ITHUBA says its ready to guide the mystery winner through their new millionaire status.
South Africa.- One lucky South African has just rewritten their future with a staggering R68.1 million ($3.6m) Powerball jackpot win, proving that dreams really do come true with the click of a button.
ITHUBA, the outgoing operator of the National Lottery, confirmed that the winning ticket of Draw 1617 was purchased via the Absa banking app on Friday, May 23. The winner spent just R45 ($2.40) using the Quick Pick method and walked away with a cool R68 million, just like that.
The winning numbers? 1, 17, 18, 27, 49 and the Bonus number 15. A simple combination that now carries the weight of unimaginable fortune.
Winner to receive full support
Charmaine Mabuza, CEO of ITHUBA, said the winner would receive full support as they navigate the shock and excitement of their newfound wealth.
“R68 million is a significant amount of money, truly life changing. The winner will be supported at every step, with complimentary trauma counselling and expert financial advice offered to them to help them navigate their new reality successfully,” she said, according to MSN.
“To help winners enjoy lasting benefits from their winnings, ITHUBA offers access to certified financial experts who provide valuable financial insights for winners of R50 000 ($2,650) and above,” she added.
She said the objective was to empower winners to make informed decisions and secure their financial future, ultimately changing their lives forever through their winnings.
Winners who play though banking apps are typically notified directly by their bank, so the new multi-millionaire is likely already aware of their life-altering windfall. The next step? Contacting ITHUBA to begin the claiming process.
All National Lottery winnings in South Africa are tax-free, and players have a full year from the date of the draw to claim their prize.
As always, ITHUBA reminds all players to play responsibly and only if over the age of 18. With fortunes like this changing lives overnight, there’s no telling who might be next to hit the jackpot.
