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Blog: News updates on recent winners 

This October, the spotlight could be on YOU. From 8 – 31 October 2025, LottoStar and Metro FM are giving you the chance to Woza into instant cash, daily wins, and the ultimate prize – R1 Million. With prizes this big, LottoStar’s Woza Win competition is where you want to be.

A call from Metro FM could light up your day. A Golden Ticket could change your life. The Grand Finale could make you an instant millionaire.



: If you’re new, register a LottoStar account and place your bets during the qualifying dates.

 If Metro FM calls and you answer, you instantly win R2,500 in cash.

You could win up to R250,000 FOUR times a day.

Every bet brings you closer to one of 120 Golden Tickets – your guaranteed pass to the Grand Finale, where one lucky player will walk away with R1 Million.

Each week, 40 Golden Tickets will be given away. Winners will head to the Grand Finale venue for the final showdown. If you’ve won one, keep an eye on your inbox – your Golden Ticket email is your gateway to glory.


At LottoStar, winning isn’t just about the money, it’s about creating real change. With our Woza Win competition, we’re proudly supporting 

 launched an In-School Breakfast Programme across 8 schools in Mpumalanga. This initiative makes sure learners start their day with full stomachs and focused minds. Because when children are hungry, they can’t learn and when they’re nourished, they thrive.

But it doesn’t stop there. The programme also empowers locals with skills training. Participants gain hands-on experience, earn certificates, and boost their employability –helping them secure brighter futures beyond the classroom.

Proceeds from the competition will go towards supporting a school in Gauteng —helping to feed learners and empowering locals with training programmes that strengthen their CVs and boost future job opportunities.

So, when you Woza Win with LottoStar, you’re not only chasing your own big win, but you’re also helping shape South Africa’s future.

Enter. Register. Bet – because this is one you don’t want to miss.

Woza Win with LottoStar & Metro FM – R1 Million on the Line!

It’s spooky season – pumpkins are glowing, the cobwebs are out and the air is thick with excitement. What better way to embrace this season than with a game that’s all tricks, treats and big wins? Say hello to 

 LottoStar’s October Game of the Month – the perfect slot to spice up the month!


Hot Hot Halloween isn’t just about eerie vibes; it’s packed with thrills. This slot brings:

Candies, coffins, spooky sweets, and eyeballs

 raining onto the slots, perfect for building winning combos, triggering free spins and symbol upgrades. Every spin is like opening a mystery door on Halloween night!

The “Hot Hot” feature appears at random and can make every symbol count as two, except the lucky Seven, which counts as three!

Every spin feels like unlocking a secret door on Halloween night.


If the Halloween spirit has not convinced you yet, here’s why you should take a spin on Hot Hot Halloween:

It's thrilling, playful, and full of rewarding surprises at every turn.

The spooky visuals, wild features, and candy-coated chaos keep you on the edge of your seat.

And, drumroll, please - you could be spinning your way to payouts of up to R30 Million!


October only comes once a year, but you can spin the slots on Hot Hot Halloween ANYTIME! Don’t miss your chance to turn those spooky spins into spectacular wins.
Spin the slots now for a chance to win payouts of up to R30 Million with our reel Rush Slot Games.

Hot Hot Halloween - October's Game of the Month 

Every LottoStar competition reminds us of what the power of community can achieve. Our Big September on 947 was not just about thrilling wins but also about giving hope where it matters most and making a real difference for South Africa’s little ones.

After three weeks filled with wins, three exciting games and an unforgettable Big September – it’s a wrap!

Our players walked away with R534,000 in winnings and raised R864,500 for Surgeons For Little Lives – a non-profit organisation committed to saving and transforming the lives of children through access to quality surgical care.




South African doctors are among the best in the world, but many face challenges that are beyond their control – from limited resources to overburdened public hospitals. This is where Surgeons For Little Lives steps in.

Run by a group of paediatric surgeons, the organisation raises funds for specific projects that can improve paediatric care. Whether it’s purchasing new equipment, upgrading facilities and offering support to family or caregivers, they aim to raise the standard of paediatric surgical care where public hospitals cannot achieve this on their own.



Thanks to the funds raised through our Big September competition, every R150 will go towards supporting a child’s surgery at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital. This funding will help improve the quality and safety of operations performed on young patients – from scheduled procedures to urgent life-saving surgeries.

The paediatric surgical team performs over 200 operations every month, giving countless children a fighting chance at recovery and a brighter future.




To every player who entered our Big September competition on 947, you have helped drive a transformative change that the public healthcare sector needs and a second chance at a healthy, happy life for our little ones – Thank you!

Big September 2025 – Wins, Hope & Little Miracles

If you’re new here, get ready to step into a world filled with life-changing wins, exciting games and rewards that are truly out of this world. Your first bet could be your first win – and this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to kickstart your LottoStar journey.

Getting started is quick and seamless. With a wide range of payment methods available, you can 

into your LottoStar account in the way that suits you best:

Alternative Options like SnapScan & PayFast.

Vouchers such as 1Voucher, Blu Voucher, OTT, Kazang, Easyload and a LottoStar Voucher.

Choose your favourite and get ready to place your bets!

With over 800 games, the action never stops on LottoStar. Whatever your thrill, there’s a game waiting for you:

 – Feel the rush with every spin on LottoStar’s exciting slot games for a chance to win payouts of up to R40 Million instantly!

 – Bet in real time with live hosts and experience the action as it happens and you could win up to R25 Million in payouts.

– Take a trip around the world with LottoStar! From Africa Millions to Mzansi Millions and more — the big wins of up to R10 Million await.

 – Instant rewards of up to R75 Million with just a scratch — thrills are guaranteed!

 – Dare to cash out before the game crashes – will you take the risk and cash out up to R50 Million?

 – Fast, fun, and a chance to relive your youth with payouts of up to R50 Million!

The real question is: which game will you try first?

Here’s the best part: at LottoStar, your bets don’t just give you a chance to win – they give back. Our 

 loyalty programme is the only one in the industry that pays you real cash rewards daily.

Earn and activate your Star Rewards in your profile.

Meet the minimum daily bet of R100 to qualify.

That’s it – real cash, added to your balance every day! To date, LottoStar has already paid out over R346 Million in Star Rewards. Remember: 

At LottoStar, we believe that betting should be fun. We want you to enjoy the thrill of the game while staying in control – and we’re proud to be the first betting platform to offer 

Qualified counsellors experienced in betting issues

Tools to help you manage your betting habits

 – Take a quick check-in on your betting habits.

 – Take a short break (from a day to a few weeks).

 – Deactivate your account for a minimum of 6 months if you need more time.

If you ever feel like betting has become more than just fun, reach out:

That’s all you need to know to get started! From depositing and picking your favourite game, to unlocking 

 and betting responsibly – your LottoStar adventure starts now.


Place your first bet today, and who knows? Your next spin, scratch, or bet could be the one that changes everything.

Welcome to LottoStar - Your World of Live Games 

At LottoStar, fortune isn’t just about winnings and life-changing payouts. It’s about the power of transforming wins into something greater – hope, healing and opportunity. Through The Star Foundatio

, our platform for social impact, we’ve partnered with remarkable organisations that are rewriting the story of communities across South Africa.

Through your support, we’ve been able to back initiatives that truly change lives. Here’s how:

Save7 – When One Life Ends, Seven More Begin


 competition with KFM, LottoStar players raised 

 a groundbreaking organisation changing the way South Africa approaches organ donation.

Save7 transforms organ donation into a lasting legacy. Their Time Capsule initiative lets individuals record voice messages for loved ones, preserving their donor wishes in the most personal way. With your support, funds raised helped equip the LifePod ICU, a specialised unit where one life saved can give up to seven others a second chance. Because of you, futures will be restored, families will find comfort, and more lives will go on.


Good Morning Angels – From Compassion to Cure


 competition with Jacaranda FM, our players helped raise R1,024,000 for Good Morning Angels, a long-standing beacon of hope for South Africans in crisis.

R697,000 was used to purchase a cutting-edge laser treatment machine for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital, giving young burn victims a chance at healing and recovery. The remainder contributed support Good Morning Angels’ life-changing projects, including endometriosis care, surgery for choledochal cysts and helping a woman with severe vision impairment regain the gift of sight – ensuring compassion reaches those who need it most.

These aren’t just stories of aid—they are stories of renewed dignity, courage, and second chances.


Groote Schuur Hospital – Urgent Care Without Delay


South Africa’s public hospitals face immense pressure, especially in emergency care. To help bridge this critical gap, LottoStar donated 

 to Groote Schuur Hospital’s Emergency Fund for Emergency Surgery (EFES).

This support enables 70 additional emergency theatre surgeries over the next year, particularly during high-traffic periods like weekends and public holidays when trauma cases spike. Every theatre list funded means another patient seen in time, another life saved, and another family spared loss.


Gift of the Givers – Water, Health, and Hope


 competition with Ukhozi FM, LottoStar players raised R879,000 for 

one of Africa’s most trusted humanitarian organisations.

These funds provided 1,758 Pure Flow Amanzi water filter buckets, each sustaining up to five people with clean drinking water for two years. Designed to be gravity-powered and electricity-free, these filters remove 99.99% of harmful bacteria, delivering a simple yet revolutionary solution to South Africa’s urgent water crisis.

This is more than water, it’s dignity, health, and hope delivered, one bucket at a time.


The Star Foundation – Uplifting the Nation Together


 LottoStar’s commitment to building a stronger, more compassionate South Africa. From healthcare and education to food security and emergency relief, the Foundation is built on a single belief: when we uplift others, we uplift the nation.

And none of this would be possible without you, our players and partners. Together, you’ve shown that games can spark more than just fortune. They can spark change.

Beyond the Wins: LottoStar’s Journey of Giving

They say love is about trust, honesty and sharing your fries… but what happens when a life-changing win lands in your lap? Would you march home, waving the cheque with pride OR quietly stash it away for a rainy day (and maybe a sports car)?

Believe it or not, there are plenty of stories out there about couples keeping their winnings on the 

. And honestly? Some of them are the stuff of rom-com scripts.

Secret Story #1: The Disappearing Husband


One lucky gent hit a big win and decided, instead of popping champagne with his wife, to “go for a walk.” A very long walk… to another city. For months, he lived it up in secret, until his sudden glow-up wardrobe and mysterious spa tans raised eyebrows at home. His excuse? “Work stress.”


On the flip side, a wife scratched her way into millions and thought, 

 Instead, she spent her winnings on “harmless” purchases, like upgrading her shoe closet from a neat shelf to a full-blown boutique. When her partner asked how she could suddenly “afford Louboutins,” her answer was simple: “They were on sale.” Yeah, right.

Everyday Scenarios We Can Totally Imagine:

 Suddenly switching from store-brand peanut butter to imported almond butter without explanation.

 “Oh look, honey, flights to the Maldives are basically the same price as Durban… let’s just go there instead.”

 Quietly replacing your partner’s old bakkie with a shiny new SUV and pretending it’s “a really good trade-in deal.”


At LottoStar, we get it. The thrill of that 

 has a way of making you dream up wild scenarios. Will you shout it from the rooftops, champagne in hand? Or keep it as your own delicious little secret, smirking every time your partner asks, “Where did you get the money for this?”

So, we need to know: if you hit a jackpot on LottoStar, would you spill the beans or master the art of the secret stash? Place your bets on over 800 games, you could win payouts of up to R75 Million to test if you will stay silent or spill the wins.

Hiding Winnings: Would You Spill or Stay Silent? 

There’s a new altitude in the air and LottoStar is piloting the climb. LottoStar’s Aviator now has a sky-high payout of up to R50 Million. This thrilling crash game has captured the imagination of our players while creating instant millionaires.

Aviator is a game like no other - delivering fast, heart-pounding thrills and massive wins in seconds.

Place a bet or more from as little as R1 and tap the ‘BET’ button.

Keep an eye on the plane. The higher it flies, the higher the multiplier increases.

Click “Cash Out” before it flies away.

A R50 Million payout represents more than just money. It’s a chance for South Africans to dream bigger with the possibility of changing their future forever.

Will you be next to land the R50 Million payout? Bet now!

Take Off to R50 Million: LottoStar’s Aviator Just Raised the Stakes!

What happens when entertainment meets purpose?

You get moments like this: Deal or No Deal Celebrity SA, proudly sponsored by LottoStar, raised a phenomenal R464,677 for Jumping Kids - a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing prosthetic equipment, mobility aids and ongoing care for children in need.

This generous contribution means that children waiting for prosthetics and medical support won’t have to wait as long. They’ll be able to get the life-changing equipment and care they need sooner. For many, this is more than mobility. It’s the chance to live, play and dream without limits.

All this was made possible by SA’s selfless celebrities who put their hearts and heads into the game.

Every deal made by the banker, every briefcase chosen by the celebrities didn’t just raise funds, it raised hope for the young amputees in need of a normal childhood.

These are the stars who made it happen and the money they raised:

Through their combined efforts, they raised R464,677, embodying the spirit of Ubuntu – showing that when we work together, even the smallest acts of unity can create something truly extraordinary for a greater cause. With the help of these celebrities and the unwavering support of the viewers, Jumping Kids can continue giving children the chance to walk, run and chase after their dreams.

Deal Or No Deal Celebrity SA airs every Saturday evening, at 6PM on SABC 1.

Deal or No Deal Celebrity SA Raises R464,677 for Jumping Kids

What a historic moment for Deal or No Deal South Africa – halala!

Proudly sponsored by LottoStar, Deal or No Deal SA has reached a milestone of R15 Million in winnings!

If you’ve been following the electrifying run of Deal or No Deal South Africa from the very first episode, you already know it’s more than just a game show, it’slife-changing. But here’s the real headline: together with LottoStar as a proud sponsor, the show has officially paid out over R15 Millionin winnings to itslucky contestants.

That’s not just a number. That’s countless lives impacted. Families supported. Communities uplifted. And dreams reignited.Every case opened, every nail-biting moment, every player’s leap of faith hasn’t only been about chasing personal fortune.

That’s real people’s lives being transformed. From Siya, who bought his first home with his R250,000 win, to Yandiswa, who invested R125,500 into expanding her catering business, and Dimakatso, a grandmother of eight, who used her R62,400 prize to support her grandchildren’s education. These wins have uplifted families, sparked dreams, and changed futures. Every case opened and every leap of faith has had an incredible impact far beyond the game itself.

Here’s to more cases, more life-changing wins, and more hearts touched. Deal or No Deal South Africa, proudly sponsored by LottoStar - Your World of Live Games.

Catch Deal or No Deal SA every weeknight on SABC 2 at 18:30, hosted by Katlego Maboe.

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

DEAL OR NO DEAL HITS THE R15 MILLION MARK - POWERED BY LOTTOSTAR

Santa's Stash: Sleigh Your Way To A Share of R32 Million

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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.


LottoStar Took On Santa Duties — And Delivered Big-Time


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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