LOTTO WINNER A BLESSER

THE winner of the R40 million Lotto Plus 1 jackpot has claimed their prize.

The winner bagged the jackpot from 28 December, 2024, draw and only came forward to claim their prize on January 3, 2025.

Mzansi’s newest multi-millionaire tells National Lottery Ithuba: “I have not been able to eat since Saturday, 28 December, with excitement.”

After hiding the winning ticket inside toilet paper in her diary, the Gqberha vrou adds: “I eventually phoned the call centre and subsequently visited the Ithuba office where I learned that I was R40 million richer.

“When you are blessed, it is your duty to become a blessing to others.

“That is exactly what I intend to do with my winnings – bless others.”

Ithuba CEO Charmaine Mabuza says: “We are thrilled to celebrate Lotto Plus 1 to wrap up 2024.

“The year was marked by phenomenal jackpots, and this win is a landmark moment to have closed the year on a high note.”

Ithuba offers free trauma counseling and financial advice for winners of R50 000 and above.