Pensioner finally claims his R30m Lotto winnings

THE winner of the R30 million Lotto in the April 14 draw has finally come forward.

National Lottery Operator Ithuba said the winner, 73, purchased his winning ticket at the Builders Express in Midwater Centre Aerorand in Middelburg, Mpumalanga.

The winner spent R80 on the winning ticket, using a manual selection method. He told Ithuba that he had been so busy that he had forgotten to check his ticket.

“I want to enjoy my winnings with my family and close friends. My family and I have a lovely home and my wife recently purchased a new car, the winnings will go towards paying off all my debt and providing financial support to my extended family,” he said, adding that a “huge portion” would go towards uplifting his community.