{
  "id": 11115183,
  "title": "Powerball creates 15 millionaires from one draw, how are you not one of them?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/powerball-creates-15-millionaires-from-one-draw-how-are-you-not-one",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T05:03:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/news/powerball-creates-15-millionaires-from-one-draw-how-are-you-not-one-of-them/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a record-breaking PowerBall XTRA draw this week, an astonishing 15 players emerged as instant millionaires. Each winner received a payout of R1 388 743.20, thanks to correctly guessing four numbers along with the PowerBall. This outcome is a testament to the growing jackpot facilitated by Sizekhaya, the organization behind the game.\n\nTo determine if you're among the new millionaires, carefully inspect your lottery ticket and cross-reference the numbers with the winning results. If you missed the draw, the winning numbers are as follows: PowerBall numbers 17, 19, 24, 43, and 44, with the bonus ball being 6. For PowerBall XTRA, the numbers are 17, 18, 22, 34, and 50, with the bonus ball being 2.\n\nAfter winning, claim your prize as soon as possible. Those who purchased their tickets at any retail store can collect their winnings immediately at their approved participating store. This applies to winners who have claims up to R10 000. For amounts between R10 001 and R249 999, winners can opt for online claiming methods, which are processed within 72 working hours. There are two online claim methods: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) from the Sizekhaya iLottery Wallet, or direct payment to your bank account through online banking channels. Moreover, Sizekhaya also allows winners who placed their bets online or in stores to claim their prize at Sizekhaya offices, with payments processed electronically and within 72 hours.\n\nThe cost to play PowerBall is R10 per board, inclusive of VAT. PowerBall Plus, which includes additional features, costs an extra R5 per board. You can also participate in PowerBall through selected banking apps, subject to terms and conditions. For more information, visit www.nationallottery.co.za and navigate to the How to Play section.",
  "summary": "Check your tickets, you could be one of these 15 winners.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}