R40 Million Lotto Plus 1 Jackpot Winner Claims Prize Amidst Excitement
Port Elizabeth, January 3, 2025 – The winner of the R40 million Lotto Plus 1 jackpot has officially come forward to claim their prize, following the monumental win during the December 28, 2024, draw. The announcement has sparked widespread excitement, as the winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, recounted the overwhelming emotion surrounding their life-changing experience.
“I have not been able to eat since Saturday, December 28, with excitement,” the fortunate winner shared with National Lottery Ithuba.
The winner described the moment of realization when she checked her ticket at a retail store in Port Elizabeth and was advised to visit her nearest Ithuba office due to the substantial amount involved. Anxious about the implications of such a large win, she revealed that she kept her winning ticket wrapped in toilet paper and safely tucked away in her diary.
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“I eventually phoned the call centre and subsequently visited the Ithuba office where I learned that I was R40 million richer,” she recalled.
In a display of generosity, the winner expressed her intention to use her newfound fortune to bless others. “When you are blessed, it is your duty to become a blessing to others,” she shared. “That is exactly what I intend to do with my winnings – bless others.”
Ithuba CEO Charmaine Mabuza expressed her joy at the conclusion of a successful year for the National Lottery. “We are thrilled to celebrate Lotto Plus 1 to wrap up 2024. The year was marked by phenomenal jackpots, and this win is a landmark moment to have closed the year on a high note.”
Ithuba also reiterated their commitment to supporting winners by offering free trauma counseling and financial advice for those who win R50,000 and above. Winnings are typically paid out within 72 hours of a valid claim, and all National Lottery winnings are tax-free. Players must be 18 years or older to participate in the lottery.
