Two unsuspecting players become millionaires overnight The Lotto winner is from Rustenburg
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If you are from Rustenburg and purchased your Lotto Plus 2 ticket from Astron Klopper Street, brace yourself. Check your ticket because you have won a whopping R5.2 million following Wednesday's draw.
According to Ithuba, the winner spent R40 using a manual selection method.
The operator urged participants from this town to check their tickets immediately.
"We are ecstatic about this latest win and can't wait for the winner to come forward and claim their prize," said Charmaine Mabuza, Ithuba's CEO.
"There's always a sense of excitement every time we have a new winner. We hope this win will bring about a positive change in their life. We understand that winning the lottery can be a life-changing experience, and we want to ensure that our winner comes forward to claim their prize without delay," added Mabuza.
To claim the prize, the winner must visit his or her nearest Ithuba office, which is open from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4pm. The winner can also contact Ithuba's Player Helpline for assistance.
As the official operator of the National Lottery, Ithuba is committed to ensuring that all winners receive their prizes promptly and efficiently. The winner has 365 days to claim the prize.
Ithuba is dedicated to support winners, offering trauma counseling and financial advice for winnings of R50 000 and above. Winnings are paid-out within 72 hours of a valid claim. All National Lottery winnings are tax-free. Players must be 18 years or older to play.