In the spirit of Women’s Month – a time to honour the resilience, strength and courage of women across South Africa – LottoStar, in partnership with Jacaranda FM’s Good Morning Angels, is proud to support a young woman whose bravery in the face of chronic illness has moved us all.

At just 26 years old, Miss Mothapo is enduring a battle many don’t even know exists. Diagnosed with severe endometriosis, she is fighting a painful condition that affects 1 in 10 women yet remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. In her case, endometrial-like tissue has spread aggressively beyond her uterus, affecting both her ovaries – with cysts nearing 10cm in size and spreading to her pelvis and large bowel. If left untreated, the condition could lead to life-threatening complications, including ruptured cysts and a fully obstructed bowel.

But more than just a physical struggle, this illness has stolen so much from her. It has kept her from living the life every 26-year-old should be able to dream of – pursuing an education, working toward her goals and living with joy and independence. Instead, each day has been a battle against pain, fatigue and uncertainty.

To honour her strength and help change the course of her story, LottoStar is donating R100,000 toward her much-needed medical treatment. This contribution will help provide the surgical care and specialist treatment that Miss Mothapo urgently needs, giving her the chance to reclaim her health and future.

The amount contributed forms part of the money raised through our Fortune Frenzy competition with Jacaranda FM.

We believe no young woman should have to fight for the right to a pain-free life, especially not alone. We hope this support will not only help relieve her physical suffering but also reignite her hope – to return to school, to dream again and to live the full and vibrant life she deserves.

This Women’s Month, let us remember that true empowerment begins with compassion. Together, we can shine a light on silent battles and help turn stories of struggle into stories of triumph.

LottoStar, charity is our privilege, not an obligation.