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Radio station 702, brings its listeners "

" hosted by Bongani Bingwa, every Wednesday. In this segment, CEOs discuss their organizations' impact on communities through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

This week, Tasoulla Hadjigeorgiou, also known as LottoStar's Boss Babe, was featured. LottoStar believes that charity is not an obligation but a privilege. Since its inception, giving back has been at the center of LottoStar's ethos, leading to the establishment of LottoStar's 

. This foundation has supported various causes spanning from medical, educational, community, recreational to sports projects.

Tasoulla, affectionately called Tas, highlighted The Star Foundation's recent initiative supporting 

, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing prosthetic equipment to children after amputation. Over the next 12 months, LottoStar's Star Foundation will donate R50,000 towards a prosthetic leg, every month.

To make a donation to Jumping Kids supported by LottoStar’s Star Foundation, click 

Boss Babe on 702's Corporates That Care

We're back with an update! As you know, no LottoStar competition is complete without a meaningful cause.

In last year's Summer of Millions competition with 

, our generous players raised an impressive R891,000 towards 



A portion of these proceeds supported incredible causes such as Hercules Community Policing Forum, Nokuphila, Bela Bela Protection Association and Ché – a total amount of R300,000 was split among them.

Now, the remaining R561,000 will go towards:


Prudence Mahlangu, a single mother of 2, faces immense financial and emotional strain as she’s the breadwinner for her distant family. Prudence is a foster parent to Marcia, her niece (her cousin’s daughter). Marcia’s mother had pregnancy complications. As a result, her mother died 9 days after she was born. Years later, it was discovered that Marcia had cerebral palsy, requiring constant care and attention.
 

In addition to caring for Marcia and her daughter, she also takes care of her extended family including her retired father, cousins and an aunt who has mental health challenges.

Prudence found Lesedi Self Help Centre to assist with caring for Marcia, as she is fully dependent and non-verbal. However, the center is not funded by the government and depends on the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grants received by the children.

GMA and LottoStar have granted Prudence and Lesedi Self Help Centre R100,000 each. The funds will go towards alleviating Prudence’s financial stress such as paying for her eldest daughter’s school fees and helping Prudence complete her studies. It will also assist in the running of the Lesedi Self Help Centre.


Siyabonga’s Children’s Home in Germiston


In November 2023, a registered non-profit organization had to submit a comprehensive business plan to the Department of Social Services and Development to qualify for funding to sustain itself in the year 2024. However, the organization has not received any funding and communication from the government despite their submission.

Siyabonga Children’s Home looks after 41 children, ranging from 1 to 18 years old, who come from destitute and abusive backgrounds. They have witnessed a neighbouring children’s home shut down and they would hate to suffer the same fate.

In a gesture of kindness, GMA and LottoStar have donated R148,000 to the children’s home. This will go towards re-hiring retrenched social workers and cleaners, also other running costs.

To pledge a monthly donation to the organization, click here.



Maryna van Deventer, a Pharmacist Assistant from Rustenburg, is the only breadwinner in her household which consists of her daughter and husband. She needs cataract surgery on both her eyes. Unfortunately, both the lenses of her eyes are cloudy, resulting in blurry vision.

The quote she received from a private hospital was quite steep considering she could not afford medical aid to cover the costs. To her demise, public hospitals do not have the equipment to do the surgery.

Maryna's vision problems not only affect her job but also make it difficult for her to pursue further education or training opportunities that could potentially improve her circumstances.

In a much-needed ray of hope, GMA and LottoStar donated R63,000 to Maryna.



Ruan from Tzaneen has Odontogenic Myxoma, a rare tumour of the jaw. He needs urgent surgery in order to stop the spread of the tumour into the skull and potentially affecting the brain.


Ruan’s family has endured hardship. Having lost his father a few years ago and his mother, he cannot afford medical aid nor the cost to cover surgery. They had consulted at Medunsa Hospital, however, they did not have the equipment to carry out the surgery.


With a stroke of kindness, GMA and LottoStar contributed R150,000 towards his surgery, easing the financial strain on his family.


LottoStar's commitment to giving back lies at the core of its values. Teaming up with Good Morning Angels is just one of the many avenues through which we strive to create positive change in the world.

Tune into Good Morning Angels every Wednesday, from 6 to 9 am.

Changing Lives With Summer Of Millions

Oh, what a week of thrills and wins it has been. LottoStar’s Woza Win competition with 

 has come to a close.

Our lucky winners not only won a total of R192,000 but raised an impressive R400,000 for 

.

The Star Foundation is set to make a meaningful impact by supporting various charities with different, chosen by your favourite Metro FM presenters.

The Best Morning presenters DJ Sabby, Kandis Kardash, Owen Hannie and Zandile Hopa selected 

 as their chosen charity. Located in Benoni, this organization serves as a sanctuary for children without parental care offering them shelter, protection, education and therapy.

The Break Away show, hosted by Khutso Theledi, chose 

Association for the Sensory Disabled (ASD

), an organization dedicated to caring for sensory multi-disabled children in impoverished rural communities of Worcester. They are also striving to provide accessible, sustainable and integrated services for these children’s well-being.

The Midday Link-up trio, namely Lerato Kganyago, ProVerb and Mel Bala, selected 

, an organization working to uplift and restore the dignity of schoolgirls in South Africa. Project Dignity empowers these young girls by educating them about their bodies and improving their self-esteem.

, a safe residence for children and teenagers who have survived abusive situations, mainly linked to child sex trafficking.


The funds raised from our Woza Win competition will be evenly distributed amongst all the mentioned charities, therefore R100,000 goes to each of the above mentioned organisations.

Thank you so much to all our players for participating. If you missed this one, keep your eyes peeled for our next competition where you could also win your share.

In the meantime, place a bet on ANY of our thrilling games for a chance to win instant payouts of up to R75 Million.

LottoStar's Woza Win: A Week of Thrills, Wins & Impact

 have empowered different communities across South Africa. Join us as we reflect on the remarkable journey highlighting the impact we made on medical, sports, recreational, educational and community initiatives throughout 2023.




After a record-breaking radiothon in 2022, this year we had the privilege of donating a fully equipped kitchen to Sibelius High School through the 

Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA). 

The kitchen will help address the widespread issue of hunger among school children. During PSFA’s 65 years of operation, this is the 132nd kitchen provided to a school.




Thanks to our incredible players’ generosity, we were able to raise R4 Million for 

. LottoStar matched every rand donated. The funds raised will cover the annual running costs of the sanctuary. Lambano Sanctuary is an organization that assists individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. They currently have 28 children in their care. They also plan on opening a pediatric medical facility. Your contribution will help make this initiative a reality.




In 2022, LottoStar’s The Star Foundation partnered with Kfm 94.5 for a year-long campaign to fund 200 surgeries by 

- an organization that promotes inclusive cancer care in the South African public healthcare system. Over the past year, we have empowered 200 women across the Western Cape and Eastern Cape by providing life-changing breast cancer surgeries for those who have been on the waiting list for at least a year. Over R1,2 Million was donated to Project Flamingo.




Jacaranda FM listeners raised an impressive R891,000 during our S

Jacaranda FM’s Good Morning Angels (GMA)

, a heartfelt initiative hosted by Martin Bester. The segment of the show assisted several recipients such as the Hercules Community Policing Forum, a woman in need of a wheelchair, the Bela Bela Protection Association and a lady who was involved in a motorbike accident.



 this year. As the show gives constants a chance to win up to R250,00 in cash prizes, it also served as a platform for giving back where a total of R716 759 was raised by celebrity contestants who battled it out to win money for causes close to their hearts. We experienced history in the making when celebrities such as Zahara and Lebogang Tlokwana won R250,000 for causes close to their hearts.



 went towards The Star Foundation in support of 

 – an organization that promotes early childhood development in disadvantaged communities in Kwa-Zulu Natal and the Eastern Cape provinces. Over R400,000 was raised for the organization.




The Star Foundation launched a five-year in-school breakfast program in collaboration with

. The program will benefit at least 7,555 learners across eight schools in the Ehlanzheni District of Hazyview. Beyond providing a nutritious breakfast, the initiative aims to provide training and internships as part of community development.

As we conclude our 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, we would like to thank our players for their generosity in helping us to make positive changes in different communities across the country. With your support, we look forward to making more impact in 2024.

Charity is our privilege, not an obligation. 

LottoStar Charity Highlights: A Year of Giving 2023

Five South African celebs took to the hot seat on Deal or No Deal, airing on SABC channels 1 and 2 with Katlego Maboe as the host.

Like any other contestant, the celebs could have won anything between R1 and R250,000. However, all their winnings went to their chosen charities.

Kicking off the special celeb week was reality star, Lasizwe Dambuza, who won R28,500 for 

 — a foundation dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children facing life-changing illnesses.

Next up was DJ Lamiez Holworthy, who played for Seitebogo Peta Cleft Palate Foundation and won R40,000 which will go towards repairing cleft palates in children born with cleft lips to boost their confidence.

Culinary queen, Siba Mtongwana made an appearance and banked R30,000 for 

 – a multipurpose centre for children infected and affected by AIDS in Nyanga, Cape Town.

Selby Selbeyonce Mkhize made an appearance in pursuit of raising funds for the 

, an organization that takes care of the elderly, orphans, and sick people. Selby won R100,000 on their behalf.

Kfm’s Sibongile Mafu wrapped up the week and won R4,700 for 

which is an organization that aims to restore dignity in the lives of homeless and underprivileged women by providing them with basic healthcare, sanitation and menstrual materials.

A huge shoutout to all the celebs who played their hearts out for their charities of choice.

Catch Deal or No Deal every weekday on SABC 1 at 19:30, with repeats on SABC 3, at 17:30. To enter the show, visit their 

 for your chance to win up to R250,000 in cash.

Celebs Take on the Banker in Deal or No Deal ZA

At LottoStar, our commitment to empowering communities is not an obligation but a privilege. As such, we contributed a new kitchen for the 

 (PSFA) to be presented to Sibelius High School.

The donation of a brand-new, fully equipped kitchen is a step closer to alleviating hunger among school children.

Hunger among school children is a widespread problem that affects their well-being and ability to learn. Many children across the country go to school with empty stomachs, which affects their concentration and academic performance.

PSFA provides nutritious meals to help schoolchildren reach their full potential by improving school attendance and reducing hunger-related distractions.

The new kitchen at Sibelius High School will enable them to provide nourishing meals, ensuring that hunger is no longer a barrier to learning. This is the 132nd kitchen that PSFA has handed over to a school in its 65 years of operation.

PSFA runs a number of programs where individuals and organizations can get involved in eradicating hunger among school children. To donate, click 

LottoStar & PSFA Donate Kitchen to Sibelius High School

A whopping R891,000 was raised by Jacaranda FM listeners during the 

 competition. These funds will be directed towards supporting 



Good Morning Angels (GMA), hosted by Martin Bester, the anchor of Jacaranda FM's breakfast show, represents an initiative driven by the goal of assisting, inspiring, and making a positive impact on diverse individuals and communities. It honours the radio station's dedication to actively contributing to creating a better society.

GMA will back the following heartwarming initiatives, funded by the proceeds of LottoStar's Summer of Millions collaboration with Jacaranda FM.




The Swartland Community Band's journey from Malmesbury to Pretoria for a marching band competition took an unexpected turn when their sponsored bus had an accident. Stranded and without a way back home, they received support from Hoërskool Tuine Tech and the Community Policy Forum (CPF), who mobilized the community for assistance.

Through resilience and community spirit, they safely returned to Malmesbury. Thanks to the contribution of R50,000 from LottoStar's Summer of Millions competition, the CPF can continue their essential community work, showing that even in adversity, unity and compassion prevail.


Nokuphila, meaning "Life" in Isizulu, faces the challenges of Spina Bifida which resulted in her being paralyzed from the waist down, but she approaches each day with enthusiasm.

Her daily commute to work in a heavy, second-hand wheelchair is a struggle. With the donation of R50,000, she will be able to obtain a new lightweight wheelchair and any other mobility aids she may need, enhancing her daily life.


Recent wildfires have devastated regions, particularly Limpopo province, where game reserves and farms were destroyed, leaving animals without grazing land.

Bela-Bela Fire Protection Association aids in these areas. Experts estimate a need for two months of animal feed due to damaged grazing areas and gestating animals.

A donation of R100,000 will provide crucial animal feed and supplements for affected reserves and farms. Your support can help safeguard these animals and aid in their recovery.


Two years ago, Ché suffered a severe leg injury in a motorbike accident. She faces another major operation and a bone graft to reattach her broken femur, hindering her mobility and job prospects.

Ché received R130,000 to cover the operation and other medical needs. Your support will aid her recovery and aspirations.



Stay tuned to GMA on Jacaranda FM to find out how the rest of the funds from the competition will be allocated. 

To assist with a donation or if there is a specific cause you would like to support, click 

Changing Lives with LottoStar's Summer of Millions

Can you believe that Deal or No Deal has already aired 100 episodes?

In honour of this milestone, celebrities such as Zoe Brown, Simphiwe Majozi, The Funny Chef, Wiseman Mncube and Holly Rey will be battling it out with the banker, in an effort to raise funds for various charity organizations that are close to their hearts.

Presenter Zoe Brown graced our screens and raised R26,250 for Heartlands Baby Sanctuary, a temporary place of safety for children from birth to 6 years old, who have been abandoned, neglected, orphaned, disabled or sick. The funds went towards the day-to-day supplies that the facility would need.

The next day, Uzalo actor Simphiwe Majola won an incredible R15,150 for Eve Youth Development Organization, an NPO aimed at developing the skills of the youth of Umlazi by providing mentorship and skills development.

The Funny Chef won a whopping R250,000 for Rhema Children’s Village, an organization that is close to her heart.

Uzalo actor, Wiseman Mncube also took to the hot seat and raised R15,600 for Buhle Bemfundo crèche.

To wrap up the week, Holly Rae raised R30,000 for Diabetes South Africa, an organization dedicated to empowering those with diabetes through support and education about the disease.

Catch Deal or No Deal every weekday at 19:30 on SABC 1 with the repeat on SABC 3, at 17:30. To enter the show, visit 

Deal or No Deal ZA - Celebs battle it out for charity 

One year has passed since the heart-warming Feeding Our Future radiothon, hosted by LottoStar and 

, which brought together South African businesses and citizens to raise an incredible amount of over R20 Million for the 

Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA).



On the 1st of June 2022, LottoStar and KFM 94.5 collaborated to host a 12-hour radiothon, unaware of the historic impact. The purpose of the radiothon was to raise funds to help alleviate hunger amongst school children in the Western Cape.

The impressive sum raised within a 12-hour period holds the record as the highest amount ever raised by a radio station in South Africa. It has greatly contributed to significant advancements in addressing hunger among schoolchildren throughout the province, ensuring that they receive two meals and will continue to, until 2026.

LottoStar Director Tasoulla Hadjigeorgiou, says they are proud of the role they played.

A year later, we are filled with gratitude and awe. It has been a year since our historic radiothon. Words fail to express the overwhelming joy we feel as we reflect on how we made history. Not only did we surpass our goal but the outpouring of generosity from businesses and listeners was mind-blowing. Because of their selfless acts, we have been able to make a profound difference in the lives of countless children. The funds raised are still at work, ensuring that they receive two nourishing meals every day and this will continue until 2026. Thank you, South Africa, for your incredible support. Let us continue to inspire and uplift one another as we strive for a brighter future for all.

”

South Africa, your incredible generosity fills our hearts with gratitude.

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From 3 December to 12 December 2025, LottoStar climbed into Santa’s sleigh and took Santa’s Stash on a festive joyride across FOUR major radio stations. And while every great sleigh ride has to come to an end, the magic of LottoStar’s Santa’s Stash? That part is far from over.

Together with our players, Santa’s Stash delivered a season of cheer that went way beyond the wins. R4,017,500 was sleighed straight into players’ pockets and a total of R7,547,500 was raised for charities that bring hope, healing and real change to communities who need it most.



Four Stations. Four Causes. One Powerful Purpose.


On 947, Santa’s Stash proudly supported Save7, a non-profit built on one life-changing truth: one organ donor can save seven lives. Save7 isn’t just raising awareness, they aim to create life-saving change.
Thanks to our players, a total of R1,935,000 was raised to help expand Save7’s life-saving work, including plans to build more LifePods across Gauteng. These specialised donor ICUs preserve organs with care and dignity until transplant, giving families hope when it matters most.


East Coast Radio – Supporting The Big Favour


On East Coast Radio, Santa’s Stash teamed up with The Big Favour, a community initiative that steps in where help is needed most.
With R1,847,500 raised, these funds will fuel campaigns that uplift communities, restore dignity and remind people that even in tough times, kindness still shows up.


Jacaranda FM – Supporting Good Morning Angels


Jacaranda FM’s Santa’s Stash supported the beloved Good Morning Angels segment, known for turning compassion into action.
A heartwarming R1,877,500 was raised to support a variety of causes, continuing the Angels’ mission to change lives, one incredible story at a time.


KFM 94.5 – Supporting The Carte Blanche Making A Difference Trust


On KFM 94.5, players rallied behind The Carte Blanche Making A Difference Trust, raising a total of R1,887,500.
The Trust has transformed paediatric healthcare across South Africa for years –building and equipping life-saving wards, ICUs, and emergency units in public hospitals. One standout achievement is the Paediatric Emergency Unit at Sebokeng Hospital, made possible through its partnership with LottoStar.
And the journey continues. Next up is George Hospital, where yet another collaboration with LottoStar will help create a new paediatric facility, expanding access to quality care and brighter futures for young patients in the region.


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Four radio stations.
Sixteen daily competition moments.
A share of R32 MILLION in prizes.



And Guess What… Santa’s Stash Continues


From 13 December to 24 December, the festive surprises keep coming.
Think bonuses, cash drops, and a few merry moments landing straight in your inbox — so keep checking your mail… Santa might just drop something into your account.

And one VERY lucky player will kick off 2026 as an instant millionaire. LottoStar will be randomly dropping R1 MILLION. All you need to do? Deposit into your LottoStar account this December, to stand a chance.

Because at LottoStar, the festive season is about more than just winning — it’s about giving, sharing, and spreading a little magic wherever we can. You could land the R1 Million prize on New Year’s Day or payouts of up to R75 Million, all year round.

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