Friday's winning numbers and prize money
The South African National Lottery announced the results of its Friday, 2 May 2025 draw just after the 9 pm cutoff. The PowerBall combination that night was 02, 06, 17, 37 and 47, with the PowerBall itself landing on 09. In the parallel PowerBall Plus game the numbers were 21, 22, 26, 38 and 43, and the PowerBall was 12.
Those figures unlocked a hefty R33 million jackpot for the main PowerBall game and a R26 million top prize for PowerBall Plus. Together the two draws pumped R59 million into the prize pool, making it one of the larger payouts of the year.
How the draw works and what to do with a winning ticket
ITHUBA, the firm that runs the National Lottery, held the draw at its Johannesburg centre. The process is overseen by an independent auditor, and the numbers are broadcast live on television and posted on the @sa_lottery Twitter feed within minutes of the ball drop.
Players have until the following Wednesday to claim any prize. Small wins (up to R2 500) can be collected at any licensed retailer, while larger sums require a visit to a lottery office or an online validation if the ticket was purchased through a banking app. The Lottery’s website hosts a “Check My Ticket” tool where you can type in the numbers and instantly see if you’ve hit any tier.
Each PowerBall board costs R5 inclusive of VAT, and adding a PowerBall Plus entry tacks on another R2.50. Both games are also available via partnered banking apps, which let you pick numbers, pay, and store tickets electronically – handy for those who miss the 8:30 pm outlet deadline.
It’s worth noting the age restriction: you must be 18 or older to play, and the National Lottery runs regular campaigns encouraging responsible gambling. If you feel you’re spending too much, the site lists helplines and self‑exclusion options.For anyone hoping to cash in, double‑check your ticket against the official numbers posted on the Lottery’s website or social channels. Mistakes happen, especially when you’re scanning a slip in a hurry. The site also publishes a detailed breakdown of prize tiers, from the modest R10 match‑three payout up to the multi‑million jackpots.
While the excitement of a big win grabs headlines, the lottery also funds community projects across South Africa, from sports facilities to health initiatives. So even if your numbers don’t line up this time, the money you spend still circulates in the broader economy.