SA Powerball Results & Payouts for Friday, 15 May 2026 Draw #1720
Last verified: 31 May 2026 | Source: Ithuba National Lottery SA
Quick Results Summary – 15 May 2026
The official SA Powerball winning numbers drawn on Friday, 15 May 2026 were 20, 24, 29, 38, 39 — with the PowerBall 11. A total of 290,714 winners across all 9 divisions shared R 5,860,475.40 in total prize payouts. The Division 1 jackpot stood at R 0.00.
Prize Divisions & Payouts – 15 May 2026
Full Powerball payout breakdown for all 9 divisions. Match more numbers (plus the PowerBall) to win higher prizes.
| Division | Match Required | Winners | Prize Per Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Division 1 🔁 Rollover | 5 Numbers + PowerBall | 0 | R 0.00 |
| Division 2 | 5 Numbers | 3 | R 171,248.30 |
| Division 3 | 4 Numbers + PowerBall | 18 | R 17,872.70 |
| Division 4 | 4 Numbers | 506 | R 1,077.90 |
| Division 5 | 3 Numbers + PowerBall | 1,142 | R 540.00 |
| Division 6 | 3 Numbers | 22,065 | R 23.30 |
| Division 7 | 2 Numbers + PowerBall | 17,250 | R 22.40 |
| Division 8 | 1 Number + PowerBall | 93,022 | R 15.00 |
| Division 9 | PowerBall Only | 156,708 | R 10.00 |
Draw Summary
| Total Winners (All Divisions) | 290,714 |
| Total Prize Money Paid Out | R 5,860,475.40 |
| Total Prize Pool | R 12,861,155.00 |
| Total Ticket Sales | R 25,722,310.00 |
| Rollover Number | 0 |
| Draw Machine | RNG 1 |
How to Check Your Powerball Ticket for 15 May 2026
SA Powerball uses a two-drum system — 5 main numbers drawn from 1–50, and 1 PowerBall drawn separately from 1–20. Here's how to verify a winning ticket from this draw:
Draw Analysis & Insights – 15 May 2026
The Friday, 15 May 2026 SA Powerball draw produced a main-ball sum of 150, with a 2-odd / 3-even split and a 3-high / 2-low distribution across the 1–50 main drum. No Division 1 winner was recorded, confirming the R 0.00 jackpot rolled over to the next draw.
Quick Tips for Your Next Ticket
- Balance your selection across the full 1–50 range — avoid clustering all picks in a narrow band.
- Aim for a balanced odd/even split (2/3 or 3/2) which historically appears most often.
- Don't neglect your PowerBall (1–20) — matching it alone wins a Division 9 prize.
- Remember: every draw is statistically independent. Past results don't influence future ones.
- Play responsibly. The National Responsible Gambling Programme helpline: 0800 006 008.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the SA Powerball winning numbers for 15 May 2026?
The official SA Powerball winning numbers drawn on Friday, 15 May 2026 were 20, 24, 29, 38, 39. The PowerBall — drawn from a separate 1–20 drum — was 11. You need to match all 5 main numbers and the PowerBall to win the Division 1 jackpot.
Did the Powerball jackpot roll over on 15 May 2026?
Yes — the jackpot rolled over. No Division 1 winner was recorded for the 15 May 2026 draw. The R 0.00 jackpot accumulated and rolled over to the next scheduled draw. Check the Division 1 row in the payout table above to confirm the winner count.
When does a winning Powerball ticket from 15 May 2026 expire?
Winning Powerball tickets from the 15 May 2026 draw expire on 15 May 2027 — exactly 365 days from the draw date. All prize claims must be lodged with Ithuba before this deadline. Prizes not claimed within 365 days are forfeited and channelled back into the prize fund.
How many divisions does SA Powerball have?
SA Powerball has 9 prize divisions. Division 1 (jackpot) requires matching all 5 main numbers plus the PowerBall. The lowest tier, Division 9, only requires matching the PowerBall from the 1–20 drum — meaning even a single matching PowerBall number wins a fixed prize. Full payout amounts for each division from the 15 May 2026 draw are in the table above.
What time is the SA Powerball drawn?
The SA Powerball is drawn every Tuesday and Friday at 21:00 SAST (9:00 PM South African Standard Time). Results are typically published on NextDrawLogic within minutes of the live draw.