Sizekhaya Issues Urgent Call: Check Your Old Tickets
Sizekhaya Holdings, the operator of the South African National Lottery, has publicly urged players to search for a specific winning ticket that is still unclaimed almost a year after the draw.
The prize is worth R13.2 million and was won in Lotto draw number 2590 on 1 November 2025. The ticket was purchased at Bluebell Supermarket and Wholesalers in Carletonville, Gauteng.
R13.2 million · Bluebell Supermarket, Carletonville · Draw 2590
The 365-day claim window is closing. If the rightful owner does not come forward soon, the money will be permanently lost to the player and transferred to the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund.
Key Details of the Unclaimed Prize
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Prize Amount | R13 200 000 |
| Game | Lotto (Division 1) |
| Draw Number | 2590 |
| Draw Date | 1 November 2025 |
| Retailer | Bluebell Supermarket and Wholesalers, Carletonville |
| Claim Deadline | ≈ 1 November 2026 |
Whitney Mafatle, Winner Service Manager at Sizekhaya Holdings, has stated that the company does not want the rightful winner to miss out on a life-changing opportunity and is actively encouraging anyone who bought tickets at that store around the draw date to check them carefully.
When Does the Claim Period Expire?
Under National Lottery rules, winners have 365 days from the date of the draw to claim their prize. For draw 2590 (1 November 2025) the deadline falls around 1 November 2026.
Once the window closes, the prize is forfeited. The money is then transferred to the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund, which supports good causes across South Africa. The player permanently loses the right to the winnings.
If you (or anyone you know) bought Lotto tickets at Bluebell Supermarket in Carletonville in late October or early November 2025, dig those tickets out today and check them. Do not wait.
What Should You Do If You Think You Have the Ticket?
- Find the physical ticket — Look in drawers, wallets, old handbags, car compartments, or anywhere tickets might have been stored.
- Check the numbers against the official results for Lotto draw 2590 (1 November 2025).
- Sign the back of the ticket immediately if it is not already signed.
- Contact Sizekhaya winner services or visit an official claim centre as soon as possible.
- Keep the ticket safe and do not laminate or damage it further.
For a complete walkthrough of the claim process, read our guide: How to Claim a Lottery Prize in South Africa – Step by Step.
You can also use our free ticket checker tool to verify any ticket against recent and historical results.
Other Notable Unclaimed Prizes
The R13.2 million Carletonville prize is not the only large sum still waiting to be claimed. Sizekhaya has previously listed several other unclaimed prizes from different retailers, including:
- PowerBall prizes from KwikSpar Ushaka (Durban), Checkers in Paarl, and other outlets
- Daily Lotto prizes from various Spar and Pick n Pay stores
Millions of rands go unclaimed every year simply because players forget to check their tickets or misplace them. Making a habit of checking every ticket — even older ones — is one of the simplest and most effective habits a player can develop.
See our dedicated page on Unclaimed Lottery Prizes in South Africa for more background.
A Simple Habit That Protects Your Money
The existence of a R13.2 million unclaimed prize is a reminder that winning is only half the story. Claiming the prize is the other half. Always:
- Sign the back of every ticket the moment you buy it
- Photograph your tickets
- Check results after every draw
- Store tickets safely until the claim window has passed