Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Tuesday, 27 January 2026

South African lottery players had R675,000 in potential winnings available on the evening of January 27, 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 R500,000 for the Daily Lotto and R175,000 for the Daily Lotto Plus. The winning numbers were announced shortly after 9:30 PM. The Daily Lotto winning numbers are 11, 14, 17, 21, and 29. For Daily Lotto Plus, the winning numbers were 12, 17, 19, 21, and 26.

Did You Know? Tickets for the Daily Lotto can be purchased until 8:30 PM on the day of the draw.

How to Participate

Players can participate in the Daily Lotto 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 setting up an account and making a deposit on the National Lottery website.

Guaranteed Payouts

A key feature of the Daily Lotto is its guaranteed payout structure. Even if no player matches all five numbers, the jackpot prize money is distributed among those who correctly match two or more numbers. This ensures that winnings are awarded every day.

Expert Insight: The guaranteed payout mechanism demonstrates a strategy to maintain player engagement by ensuring a return, even in the absence of a grand prize winner. This approach could be seen as a risk mitigation tactic for the lottery operator, fostering continued participation.

Players are advised to verify their results on the National Lottery website at www.nationallottery.co.za. It is also crucial to sign the back of physical tickets to prevent unauthorized claims.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is the Daily Lotto draw?

The Daily Lotto draws take place shortly after 9:30pm every evening.

How much does a Daily Lotto entry cost?

Entries cost R3 each, and a maximum of R150 can be spent on a single betslip.

Is it possible to play multiple draws with one ticket?

Yes, players can select how many consecutive draws they wish to enter, up to a maximum of 10.

As lottery participation continues, it remains to be seen how these daily draws will impact player behavior and overall revenue for the National Lottery.