Stellenbosch R32 Million Lotto Jackpot Awaits Winner, News of Winning Ticket has SA in Disbelief
- National Lottery Ithuba has made an announcement about an unclaimed winning Lotto Plus 1 jackpot ticket worth R32.7 million
- According to the national lottery, the winning ticket was bought for R40 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Some people are sceptical about the win, believing that it is a marketing strategy by the National Lottery Ithuba
- Ithuba told Briefly News that it remains dedicated to transparency ensuring that winners' stories are authentic and truly inspirational
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The National Lottery Ithuba has made an urgent call to residents and lottery players in and around Stellenbosch to check their tickets as someone has reportedly won the Lotto Plus 1 jackpot from the August 16 draw.
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Lucky lottery winner in Stellenbosch purchased a winning ticket for R40
The winning ticket, which cost R40, was bought at a store in Stellenbosch, and is said to be worth R32,785,982.10, IOL reports.
Ithuba CEO Charmaine Mabuza congratulated the lucky winner, saying that dreams do come true and that Ithuba is dedicated to creating opportunities that change lives.
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South Africans not so convinced that R32 million ticket is real
Although this should come as exciting news, judging by many comments from netizens on social media, many people are not convinced that it is true.
Several people responded with banter while others shared claims that the entire announcement was just a marketing strategy by National Lottery Ithuba to entice people.
Ithuba assures South Africans of real winners and authentic announcements
Ithuba told Briefly News that it was on a mission to demystify the National Lottery process and encourage players to come forward to claim their prizes.
"In a bid to empower players and shed light on the legitimate success stories that emerge from the National Lottery, Ithuba, the operator of the National Lottery in South Africa, is taking a proactive approach to educating players about winning strategies, the claiming process, and the undeniable proof of real winners.
"Real winners with creative success stories exist and thrive, thanks to the National Lottery. From humble beginnings to achieving their dreams, these individuals stand as a testament to the transformative power of the National Lottery. Ithuba's dedication to transparency ensures that these stories are authentic and truly inspirational."
Previous sceptical comments from the public
Check out some of the comments from sceptical South Africans below:
Mphosty Gifty Malete replied:
"There's no winner here, that's a marketing strategy ✋."
Ayanda Dishi wrote:
"I think on my way home I went via Stellenboscg. Ooh mnxm it was the one in East London not Western Cape."
Nhlanhla Ka Bhebhe commented:
"Whatever, marketing so that people can play Lotto."
Dee Gee Davinci responded:
"I have it under my pillow ."
Flabba Nacho Zenza said:
"It's me thanks God."
Manwadu Mpharalala replied:
"No more."
Motheo Motaung replied:
"Yoh, I would perish."
South Africa's R44 million Lotto jackpot awaits winner as National Lottery CEO makes urgent announcement
In another story, Briefly News reported that someone in South Africa has R44 million to their name and may not even know it. The National Lottery of South Africa got the results for a big jackpot.
The CEO of The National Lottery Ithuba, Charmaine Mabuza, explained how they would help the winner handle such an enormous prize. Netizens were envious as they commented on a social media post about the jackpot prize.
On 12 July 2023, the National Lottery iThuba drew the numbers for a R44 331 253 jackpot win. IOL reports that Charmaine Mabuza is urging the winner to come forward and claim the jackpot winnings. The CEO explained that the lotto has a team ready to help the winner to claim the millions.
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