Powerball and Powerball Plus Results for 20 February 2026
Powerball and Powerball Plus Results for 20 February 2026 have officially been released, bringing excitement to lottery players across South Africa as another massive rollover keeps jackpot hopes alive. With no jackpot winner in the main PowerBall draw and continued strong ticket sales, anticipation is building rapidly ahead of the next draw.
The latest lottery outcomes once again highlight why PowerBall remains one of the most popular games run by the National Lottery South Africa, offering life-changing prizes and consistent payouts across multiple divisions.
PowerBall Results – Draw 1696 (20 February 2026)
The official lottery powerball result for draw number 1696, conducted on Friday, 20 February 2026, produced the following winning numbers:
Winning Numbers:
17 – 19 – 25 – 28 – 35
PowerBall: 17
(Numbers listed in numerical order)
PowerBall Prize Breakdown
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Match 5 + PowerBall: 0 winners
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Match 5: 5 winners – R88,471.80
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Match 4 + PowerBall: 25 winners – R11,080.30
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Match 4: 525 winners – R894.50
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Match 3 + PowerBall: 1,101 winners – R482.30
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Match 3: 22,627 winners – R19.50
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Match 2 + PowerBall: 15,553 winners – R21.30
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Match 1 + PowerBall: 77,628 winners – R15.00
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Match PowerBall: 121,472 winners – R10.00
PowerBall Draw Details
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Draw Number: 1696
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Rollover Amount: R42,269,448.66
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Rollover Count: 8
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Prize Pool (Actual Sales): R10,902,432.50
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Total Sales: R21,804,865.00
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Machine Used: RNG 3
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Next Draw Date: 24 February 2026
With no jackpot winner, the result for powerball now pushes the jackpot even higher, intensifying excitement for the next draw.
PowerBall Plus Results – Draw 1696
The powerball lotto results for PowerBall Plus also delivered strong payouts, although the jackpot again rolled over.
Winning Numbers:
07 – 08 – 23 – 36 – 41
PowerBall: 17
(Numbers listed in numerical order)
PowerBall Plus Prize Breakdown
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Match 5 + PowerBall: 0 winners
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Match 5: 1 winner – R191,112.30
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Match 4 + PowerBall: 23 winners – R5,203.30
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Match 4: 348 winners – R583.00
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Match 3 + PowerBall: 878 winners – R261.30
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Match 3: 16,385 winners – R11.60
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Match 2 + PowerBall: 12,608 winners – R11.40
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Match 1 + PowerBall: 67,164 winners – R7.50
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Match PowerBall: 106,245 winners – R5.00
PowerBall Plus Draw Details
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Draw Number: 1696
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Rollover Amount: R22,589,864.06
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Rollover Count: 9
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Prize Pool (Actual Sales): R4,717,273.75
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Total Sales: R9,434,547.50
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Machine Used: RNG 2
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Next Draw Date: 24 February 2026
What the Results Mean for Players
The absence of a jackpot winner in both draws means players can look forward to even larger prizes in the upcoming draw. Historically, extended rollovers significantly boost ticket sales, especially as jackpots climb past major milestones.
For many players, checking the lottery result powerball has become a weekly routine, with hopes of joining South Africa’s growing list of multimillion-rand winners.
How to Play and Check Results Online
Players can easily participate and verify outcomes through official platforms:
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Register and play via the official lotto login portals
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Purchase tickets online or at authorised retailers
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Check verified powerball lotto results after each draw
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Track winnings and claim prizes securely
Remember, tickets must be purchased before the official cut-off time on draw days to be valid.
Responsible Play Reminder
While the excitement around PowerBall continues to grow, players are reminded to play responsibly. Lottery games should always be viewed as entertainment, not a financial strategy.
Set limits, play within your means, and enjoy the thrill responsibly.
Looking Ahead to the Next Draw
With both PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpots rolling over, the next draw on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, is expected to attract massive interest nationwide.
The next Daily Lotto results, PowerBall updates, and jackpot announcements will continue to be covered right here on eKayNews.
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Conclusion
The Powerball and Powerball Plus Results for 20 February 2026 confirm another thrilling chapter in South Africa’s lottery journey. While no jackpot winner emerged, thousands of players walked away with prizes — and millions more now dream bigger as the jackpots soar.
Mainstream media references.
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News24 – PowerBall and PowerBall Plus winning numbers for 20 February 2026
Provides official numbers and prize breakdowns for the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws.
🔗 https://www.news24.com/lottery/results/powerball-plus-and-plus-plus-winning-numbers-20-february-2026-20260220 -
The Citizen – PowerBall and PowerBall Plus results announced
Lists the winning numbers, payouts, rollover details and jackpot status for the draws on 20 February 2026.
🔗 https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/lotto/powerball-and-powerball-plus-results-20-february-2026/
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