Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 1 January 2026 provided a thrilling start to the new year for thousands of South Africans. With a combined jackpot total of R450,000 up for grabs across both draws, players from Polokwane to Cape Town checked their tickets with high hopes of a life-changing windfall. As the first draw of 2026, the energy was palpable, especially after reports surfaced of a lucky Lotto player kicking off the year R65 million richer from the previous night’s main draw.
Winning Numbers for 1 January 2026
The Daily Lotto results were drawn at the customary time of 21:00 (South African time). If you are holding a ticket, compare your numbers carefully to the official sets listed below.
Daily Lotto Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the main Daily Lotto draw on Thursday, 1 January 2026, are:
25, 27, 34, 35, 36
Daily Lotto Plus Winning Numbers
The Daily Lotto Plus winning numbers for Thursday, 1 January 2026, are:
02, 06, 10, 14, 19
Jackpot Payouts and Estimates
For the January 1 2026 draw, the prize pools were highly competitive, offering a significant incentive for those who decided to “Phanda, Pusha, Play.”
| Game | Estimated Jackpot | Draw Date |
| Daily Lotto | R350,000 | 1 January 2026 |
| Daily Lotto Plus | R100,000 | 1 January 2026 |
| Total Pool | R450,000 | — |
One of the unique features of the South Africa lottery Daily Lotto game is that the jackpot is guaranteed to be won every single day. If no player matches all five numbers, the jackpot “rolls down” and is shared among players who matched four, three, or even two numbers. This ensures that the prize money is distributed to the community daily.
How to Play the Daily Lotto in South Africa?
If you missed out on the Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 1 January 2026, you can enter the next draw for just R3.00. The game is designed to be accessible and frequent, running 365 days a year.
In-Store Play
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Visit any authorized National Lottery retailer.
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Pick up a Daily Lotto betslip.
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Choose five numbers between 1 and 36 or opt for a “Quick Pick.”
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Pay the teller (R3 per board) and sign the back of your ticket.
Playing Online
Many South Africans now prefer the convenience of the National Lottery website or banking apps (FNB, Nedbank, Standard Bank, ABSA).
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Log in to your preferred platform.
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Navigate to the “Lotto” or “Gaming” section.
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Select Daily Lotto or Daily Lotto Plus.
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Choose your numbers and confirm the purchase.
Draw Times and Ticket Deadlines
To be eligible for the Daily Lotto results, you must purchase your ticket before the cutoff time.
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Draw Time: Every night at 21:00.
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Ticket Sales Close: 20:30 every evening.
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Cost: R3.00 per entry (Daily Lotto Plus is an optional additional cost).
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Conclusion
The Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 1 January 2026 have set a positive tone for the lottery year. Whether you won a small division prize or are still waiting for your big break, the Daily Lotto continues to be South Africa’s favorite frequent draw. Remember to play responsibly and check your tickets at verified outlets or online.
Verified Results and News Sources
It is vital to check your winning numbers against official and verified sources to avoid any confusion.
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National Lottery Official Site: Ithuba Daily Lotto Results
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The Citizen: Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 1 January 2026
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SAPeople: Daily Lotto numbers and results for Wednesday, 1 January
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