SA PowerBall Plus Results — Friday, 16 January 2026
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These are the official, verified SA PowerBall Plus results for 16 January 2026. The draw took place on Friday, 16 January 2026 at 21:00 SAST using a dedicated independent machine — completely separate from the main PowerBall draw and its prize pool.
The PowerBall Plus winning numbers for 16 January 2026 were 3, 24, 29, 32, 34 with a PowerBall of 18. The Division 1 jackpot of R 33,799,937.90 was claimed by 1 winner(s). A total of 386,190 players won prizes across all 9 divisions, sharing R 37,811,154.40 in total payouts.
Results sourced from verified Ithuba National Lottery draw records. Always confirm winning tickets via nationallottery.co.za or an authorised SA Lotto retailer. For informational and entertainment purposes only. Please gamble responsibly.
PowerBall Plus Prize Divisions & Payouts — 16 January 2026
Full Division 1–9 breakdown for the 16 January 2026 SA PowerBall Plus draw. Match as few as 0 main numbers + PowerBall (Division 9) to win a prize.
| Division | Match Required | Winners | Prize Per Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 + PowerBall | 5 Numbers + PowerBall | 1 | R 33,799,937.90 |
| 25 Numbers | 5 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 2 | R 182,493.50 |
| 34 + PowerBall | 4 Numbers + PowerBall | 30 | R 7,618.60 |
| 44 Numbers | 4 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 695 | R 557.60 |
| 53 + PowerBall | 3 Numbers + PowerBall | 1,664 | R 263.30 |
| 63 Numbers | 3 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 31,318 | R 11.60 |
| 72 + PowerBall | 2 Numbers + PowerBall | 24,215 | R 11.30 |
| 81 + PowerBall | 1 Number + PowerBall | 125,506 | R 7.50 |
| 90 + PowerBall | PowerBall only | 202,759 | R 5.00 |
Full Draw Summary
| Draw Date | 16 January 2026 (Friday) |
| Draw Number | #1686 |
| Winning Numbers | 3, 24, 29, 32, 34 + PB 18 |
| Total Division Winners | 386,190 |
| Rollover Number | 0 |
| Total Prize Pool | R 8,987,595.00 |
| Total Ticket Sales | R 17,975,190.00 |
| Draw Machine | RNG 2 |
| Total Payout to Winners | R 37,811,154.40 |
How to Check Your PowerBall Plus Ticket — 16 January 2026
Before comparing your numbers, confirm you are eligible for the 16 January 2026 PowerBall Plus draw. This is an add-on game and requires a separate opt-in at purchase.
Compare your numbers to: 3, 24, 29, 32, 34 + PowerBall 18.
The minimum winning combination is 0 numbers + PowerBall (Division 9). Match all 5 numbers + PowerBall for the Division 1 jackpot of R 33,799,937.90. Refer to the prize table above for exact payout amounts per division.
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Use our free instant ticket checker — enter your 5 numbers and PowerBall to verify against the official 16 January 2026 results in seconds.
Check My PowerBall Plus Ticket →How PowerBall Plus Works in South Africa
Purchase a main SA PowerBall ticket at any authorised retailer or via the Ithuba app, choosing 5 numbers (1–50) + 1 PowerBall (1–20).
Opt in to the PowerBall Plus add-on for a small additional fee per board. The same numbers are automatically entered into the Plus draw.
The Plus draw uses a completely separate machine and prize pool — 5 balls from 50 + 1 PowerBall from 20, with no connection to the main draw outcome.
Prizes up to R49,999 can be claimed at any authorised retailer. Higher amounts are paid directly by Ithuba at regional offices or national headquarters.
Draw Analysis & Insights — 16 January 2026
The PowerBall Plus 5/50 + 1/20 matrix gives odds of approximately 1 in 42,375,200 for the Division 1 jackpot — slightly better than many international lotteries. However, Division 9 (PowerBall only) offers odds of roughly 1 in 20, meaning nearly every 20th ticket wins something on the Plus draw alone.
Operated by Ithuba Holdings under license from the National Lottery Commission of South Africa, the PowerBall Plus draw is completely independent from the main PowerBall. The jackpots are funded solely by Plus add-on entry fees, which is why the Plus jackpot can and frequently does roll over independently — building to significant sums — even while the main PowerBall jackpot is won.
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Frequently Asked Questions — PowerBall Plus 16 January 2026
What were the PowerBall Plus results for 16 January 2026? +
The official SA PowerBall Plus winning numbers for 16 January 2026 were 3, 24, 29, 32, 34, with a PowerBall of 18. These numbers were drawn using an independent 5/50 + 1/20 machine at 21:00 SAST on Friday, 16 January 2026.
Did PowerBall Plus roll over on 16 January 2026? +
No — the jackpot was won. 1 player(s) matched all 5 winning numbers + PowerBall and claimed the Division 1 jackpot of R 33,799,937.90 each. See the full prize table above for all division results.
How much was the total PowerBall Plus payout on 16 January 2026? +
The total payout across all 9 prize divisions for the 16 January 2026 SA PowerBall Plus draw was R 37,811,154.40, shared among 386,190 winning ticket holders. See the Division 1–9 table above for a full breakdown by division.
When does a winning ticket from 16 January 2026 expire? +
Winning SA PowerBall Plus tickets from the 16 January 2026 draw must be claimed by 16 January 2027 — exactly 365 days from the draw date. After this deadline, Ithuba will not honour unclaimed prizes. Do not delay — present your original, unaltered ticket at an authorised retailer (for prizes up to R49,999) or contact Ithuba directly for larger amounts.
What are the odds of winning PowerBall Plus? +
PowerBall Plus uses the same 5/50 + 1/20 matrix as the main draw. Approximate odds per division: Division 1 (5+PB) — 1 in 42,375,200; Division 3 (4+PB) — 1 in 188,334; Division 5 (3+PB) — 1 in 3,770; Division 7 (2+PB) — 1 in 188; Division 8 (1+PB) — 1 in 37; Division 9 (PB only) — 1 in 21. Overall odds of winning any prize: approximately 1 in 18.
Can I play PowerBall Plus without the main PowerBall? +
No. PowerBall Plus is strictly an add-on game. To have entered the 16 January 2026 draw, a player must have purchased a main SA PowerBall ticket first, and then also selected and paid for the PowerBall Plus add-on. The same 5 numbers + PowerBall are used for both draws automatically.
What time is PowerBall Plus drawn in South Africa? +
The SA PowerBall Plus draw takes place every Tuesday and Friday at 21:00 SAST (9:00 PM), immediately following the main PowerBall draw. Both draws are broadcast live on national television and streamed on the Ithuba website and app. The 16 January 2026 draw followed this same schedule.
How does PowerBall Plus differ from the main PowerBall draw? +
While both games share the same 5/50 + 1/20 number matrix and use the same player-selected numbers, the PowerBall Plus has a completely separate, independent prize pool funded solely by Plus add-on entry fees. This means the Plus jackpot can roll over and grow independently, even when the main jackpot is won. The same odds apply for all prize divisions — making the Plus draw an efficient way to double your chances of a prize return from a single set of chosen numbers.