Alberton resident the winner of R63-million
A 38-year-old Alberton resident won the R63-million December 4 Lotto draw after buying his ticket last minute.
The winner, according to National Lottery operator Ithuba, nearly misplaced his ticket before storing it in a cupboard.
Congratulations GAUTENG! You have a new #LOTTO jackpot winner of R63,930,304.39 from the 04/12/21 draw. #QuickPick selection & ticket wager amount was R80. pic.twitter.com/th7stLlE9V
— #PhandaPushaPlay (@sa_lottery) December 6, 2021
The winner and his wife, who he met seven years ago on a dating app, are still coming to grips with becoming millionaires overnight. He has been playing the Lotto since 2013.
According to the winner, they are still considering what to do with the money and if he will continue to work.
The family has sought financial advice on their prospects and opted for trauma counselling to help deal with the awe they experienced at being sudden millionaires. The winner admitted a holiday is on the horizon for the family.
