Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Tuesday, 17 February 2026

South African lottery players had R600,000 in potential winnings available on the evening of February 17, 2026, through the Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus draws. The results, published by The Citizen, offer a snapshot of the nation’s ongoing engagement with games of chance and the financial stakes involved.

Lottery Results and Prize Structure

The estimated jackpots for Tuesday’s draws were R450,000 for the Daily Lotto and R150,000 for the Daily Lotto Plus. The winning numbers were determined shortly after 8:30 PM, with results typically available within ten minutes of the draw.

Daily Lotto: 03, 17, 24, 26, 31.

Daily Lotto Plus: 02, 04, 09, 14, 30.

Did You Know? Players can select up to ten consecutive draws when purchasing a Daily Lotto ticket.

How to Participate

Individuals can purchase Daily Lotto tickets both in-store and online. In-store purchases require a betslip, selection of five numbers between 1 and 36, and an entry cost of R3 per board, with a maximum spend of R150. Online participation requires a registered account and a deposit to fund ticket purchases.

Regardless of the method, players are advised to write their details on the back of physical tickets to prevent loss or unauthorized claims. A ‘Quick Pick’ option is available for those who prefer a randomly generated number selection.

Guaranteed Payouts and Draw Timing

The Daily Lotto is structured to ensure a winner every day. If no player matches all five numbers, the jackpot is distributed among those who correctly match two or more. Draws occur shortly after 8:30 PM each evening, with ticket sales closing at the same time.

Expert Insight: The guaranteed payout structure of the Daily Lotto demonstrates a strategy to maintain player engagement and ensure consistent distribution of prize money, even in the absence of a grand prize winner.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is the Daily Lotto draw?

The Daily Lotto draws take place shortly after 8:30pm every evening, and tickets can be bought until 8:30pm.

Is there a winner every day?

Yes. The jackpot prize money is guaranteed to be given away even if no one matches all five numbers. When this happens, the jackpot is split between everyone who matches two or more numbers.

How much does a Daily Lotto entry cost?

Entries cost R3 each. You can play a max of R150, but you are allowed to play multiple boards.

As lottery participation remains a popular pastime in South Africa, will the continued guarantee of a daily payout influence future player behavior and overall lottery revenue?