South Africa’s National Lottery staged its 17 October 2026 draws for a combined R11.5 million in jackpots, with the main Lotto offering an estimated R1.5 million, Lotto Plus 1 carrying R7 million, and Lotto 5 Max standing at R3 million, according to The Citizen.
The October 17 Draw Numbers and Results
The main Lotto draw on Saturday, 17 October 2026, produced the winning numbers 02, 04, 06, 10, 15, and 46, with 01 drawn as the bonus ball, The Citizen reported. For Lotto Plus 1, the winning numbers were 10, 14, 30, 33, 43, and 51, with 52 serving as the bonus ball. The Lotto 5 Max draw yielded numbers 04, 11, 18, 25, 41, and 46, accompanied by bonus ball 49.
The draws took place at 21:00 on e.tv and SABC 2, and player participation closed at 8:30 pm on the evening of the draw.
Ticket Costs and Playing Options
Standard Lotto entries cost R5 per board, which includes VAT. Lotto Plus costs an additional R2.50 per board. Tickets can be purchased at physical lottery outlets or through selected banking apps subject to terms and conditions, as detailed by The Citizen.
Verification and Payouts
While results appear on news platforms typically within 10 minutes of the live draw, The Citizen and the National Lottery advise players to verify their numbers directly against the official records published on the National Lottery website.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do South African National Lottery ticket sales close on draw nights?
Ticket sales at physical lottery outlets close at 8:30 pm on the evening of the draw, which takes place at 9 pm, according to The Citizen.
Which television channels broadcast the Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto 5 Max draws?
The draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday on e.tv and SABC 2 at 21:00 (SA time).
Where is the only 100% verified source for winning ticket numbers?
Players must confirm their winning numbers on the official National Lottery website.