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R25-million in unclaimed lottery prizes

Lotto operator Gidani is holding more than R25-million in unclaimed lottery prizes. Five of the winning jackpots remained unclaimed last year, according to a News24 report.

News24 reports that the biggest prize, of R16,45-million is due to be paid to the owner of a ticket that was bought in Limpopo on 2 March last year.

According to the News24 report, Gidani spokesman Thembi Tulwana urged people to check their lottery tickets and claim their winnings at any one of the company's eight regional offices. The tickets are valid for 365 days from the minute that the draw is made.

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