‘Luxurious convenience’: R3.9m lotto winner to invest in solar power

It’s been a rough couple of years for South Africans who have been plunged into darkness by endless load shedding and power outages. One Johannesburg woman is about to kiss her dark days goodbye by investing in solar power after she won almost R4 million in Powerball Lotto.

According to a statement issued by iThuba, the first thing the lady will be doing with her money is investing in solar power panels at her business.

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LOTTO WINNER KISSES DARK DAYS GOODBYE, PLANS ON GETTING SOLAR POWER

While many South Africans are still bearing the brunt of endless load shedding and power cuts, one woman is saying goodbye to the darkness and hello to solar power.

The woman, who, like many other lotto winners, has decided to stay anonymous for security reasons.

Speaking on her behalf, Charmaine Mabuza, CEO of Ithuba, shared that the lucky mother has decided that one of the first things she will be doing with her R3,982,072.10 is investing in solar energy for her business.

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“Recognising the importance of an uninterrupted power supply in her daily life and business, she views this as both a necessity and a luxurious convenience that will keep load shedding at bay,” Ithuba said in a statement.

A BANKING APP WIN

Also according to the statement, she won the 4 July draw after using the Standard Bank app.

While she usually purchased lotto tickets and received direct deposits, this time, she received an sms that left her smiling from ear to ear.

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Her smile became even wider when she realised that she was almost R4 million richer.

“We are thrilled to see yet another life transformed through the Powerball game.

“This victory showcases the potential of the National Lottery to create extraordinary opportunities for individuals and families,” Mabuza said about the win according to an IOL article.

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