A 47-year-old electrician has been awarded R17 million from the Powerball Plus Jackpot draw on the 27th of July.

National Lottery operator Ithuba announced that the winning ticket holder had come forward to collect his winnings on Tuesday.

He plans on investing the rest of the jackpot in a telecommunications company.

R17 million, Powerball, winner

The 47-year-old winner has big plans for his winnings. Photo credit: @m_mwlySource: Twitter

The lucky winner had bought his ticket mere hours before the draw took place.

He also plans an exotic honeymoon once the pandemic is over.

According to News24, the lotto winner lost her job during theCovid-19pandemic.

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He also plans on building his family their dream home and buyingcarsfor himself and his unemployed wife.

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