The Ithuba Lotto Plus 1 draw on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 has produced another set of winning numbers, giving players across South Africa the chance to check their tickets and see whether they’ve struck it lucky. Lotto Plus 1 is an optional add-on to the main Lotto draw, using the same random number generator to give players an extra chance to win on the same night.
Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the Lotto Plus 1 draw on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 were 2, 22, 28, 35, 37, and 48, with a Bonus Ball of 23. The jackpot on offer for this draw stood at R2,500,000. Any player who successfully matched all six main numbers would be entitled to claim the jackpot, while players who matched five numbers plus the Bonus Ball, or fewer numbers, may still qualify for a prize in one of the lower divisions.
What These Results Mean for Players
Players who selected the numbers 2, 22, 28, 35, 37, and 48 on their tickets for the Wednesday, 19 August 2026 Lotto Plus 1 draw should check their tickets carefully and come forward to verify their win. Matching five of the six main numbers together with the Bonus Ball of 23 also puts players in line for a substantial payout, while smaller matches of three or four numbers still qualify for a prize. As always, ticket holders are encouraged to double-check their numbers against the official results before making any claims.
How to Claim
Winners from the Wednesday, 19 August 2026 Lotto Plus 1 draw have a window of 365 days from the draw date to claim their prizes. For prizes up to R2,000, players can claim their winnings at any authorised National Lottery retailer across South Africa. For prizes between R2,001 and R49,999, winners should visit an Ithuba partner bank. Jackpot and other high-value prizes must be claimed in person at a regional Ithuba office, where winners will need to complete the required verification process. Players who believe they hold a winning ticket from this draw can also call the dedicated claims line at 0800 000 123 for guidance. All lottery winnings in South Africa are tax-free, meaning the full prize amount goes directly to the winner without any deductions.
FAQ
What is Lotto Plus 1?
Lotto Plus 1 is an optional add-on draw that runs alongside the main Lotto draw on the same night. Players who add Lotto Plus 1 to their ticket have their main Lotto numbers automatically entered into a second, independent draw for an extra chance to win, at no need to pick separate numbers.
When does the Lotto Plus 1 draw take place?
Lotto Plus 1 draws take place on Wednesday and Saturday evenings at around 21:00 South African Standard Time, immediately following the main Lotto draw.
How many numbers do I need to match to win Lotto Plus 1?
Lotto Plus 1 uses six numbers drawn from a field of one to fifty-eight, followed by a Bonus Ball drawn from the remaining numbers. Matching all six main numbers wins the jackpot, while matching five numbers plus the Bonus Ball, or fewer combinations of main numbers, can still win a prize in one of the lower divisions.
What was the jackpot for the 19 August 2026 Lotto Plus 1 draw?
The jackpot on offer for the Wednesday, 19 August 2026 Lotto Plus 1 draw was R2,500,000.
The Lotto Plus 1 draw from Wednesday, 19 August 2026 represents another chapter in South Africa’s ongoing lottery story. Whether the numbers 2, 22, 28, 35, 37, and 48, together with the Bonus Ball of 23, have created new winners or not, the next draw is never far away, offering fresh hope and excitement to players across the nation. Remember to play responsibly and always keep your tickets safe until you’ve verified the results.
