A South African woman from Limpopo, who had been out of work for seven years, has hit the jackpot. Her winnings have secured her financial security, making her a multimillionaire overnight.

Major winnings put to good use

The woman, who had been supporting herself by selling beauty products and working as a hairdresser, finally has “financial freedom” thanks to her lottery win, according to a report from TimesLive on Wednesday, February 22.

The lucky winner had purchased her routine weekly lottery ticket for the Lotto jackpot through her bank app, and was later informed via text message that she had hit the jackpot, as confirmed by lottery officials cited by IOL. The ecstatic woman then went to her bank to verify the information.

With her newfound fortune, the woman is now set for life and can finally enjoy the fruits of her labour. Her story serves as a reminder that perseverance and a stroke of good luck can lead to life-changing outcomes.

According to lottery officials cited by The South African, the woman won a staggering 22 million South African rand, equivalent to approximately $1.2 million, from the jackpot prize drawing held on February 11. This incredible sum of money is sure to provide a significant boost to the woman’s financial situation and open up a world of new possibilities for her.

“I play the national lottery games every week, and this is the first time I have won such a big amount,” the woman, who chose to remain anonymous, told lottery officials, according to TimesLive. “I am so happy and so relieved. I have always wanted financial freedom and winning this jackpot has given that to me.”

After winning the jackpot, the newly-minted millionaire plans to use her fortune to improve the lives of her loved ones and pursue her own goals. As reported by IOL, the woman intends to build a home for her mother, invest in her children’s education, and continue her studies in electrical engineering. These investments will not only benefit her family, but also provide long-term security for herself.

“In terms of giving back to my community, I would like to help and empower young underprivileged girls,” she told lottery officials, according to The South African.

The Lotto game responsible for the woman’s life-changing financial windfall is a component of South Africa’s National Lottery, which is managed by Ithuba Holdings, as per their website. Players can either choose six numbers or have six numbers assigned to them, with a random drawing determining the winner.

Limpopo, where the lucky winner resides, is a province in the northern region of South Africa that shares borders with Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. Located approximately 255 miles north of Johannesburg, Limpopo is known for its wildlife reserves and natural beauty.