Learn How To Play
VIA SMS
To enter via SMS simply text FANAKA to 29228 for your lucky numbers, or to pick your own text FANAKA with 6 unique numbers from 1 to 49 and the bonus number from 0 to 9. For example FANAKA 1*5*12*19*31*42*0. Then follow the instructions to top up your account via MPESA if required.
*Applies if you first play via MPesa or SMS, or if AUTO BUY is set to on in your account. Please see the FAQ for an explanation of the AUTO BUY feature.
Detailed Instructions
VIA MPESA
To enter via MPESA simply choose the Lipa na M-PESA option from the MPESA menu and send at least KSh 50 to PayBill Business Number 290058, with account number FANAKA to receive your lucky numbers.
*Applies if you first play via MPesa or SMS, or if AUTO BUY is set to on in your account. Please see the FAQ for an explanation of the AUTO BUY feature.
Detailed Instructions
ONLINE
t takes less than 30 seconds to open an account and secure your ticket for the next draw. To start playing, register and pick your numbers. To buy your ticket, deposit money in your online account via MPESA. Simply choose the Lipa na M-PESA option from the MPESA menu and send at least KSh 50 to PayBill Business Number 290058, with account number FANAKA
Detailed InstructionsVIA USSD
To enter via USSD simply Dial *415# and Follow the promts on your screen
VIA SMS
To enter via SMS, Simply send an SMS to 29228 with 6 unique numbers from 1 to 49 and the bonus number from 0 to 9. For example 1*5*12*19*31*42*0 Then follow the instructions to top up your account via MPESA if required.
VIA MPESA
To enter via MPESA simply choose the Lipa na M-PESA option from the MPESA menu and send at least KSh 50 to PayBill Business Number 290058, with account number WEB to receive your lucky numbers.
*Applies if you first play via MPesa or SMS, or if AUTO BUY is set to on in your account. Please see the FAQ for an explanation of the AUTO BUY feature.
Detailed InstructionsInstructions - SMS
To receive a ticket with lucky numbers:
- Send FANAKA to 290058
- (*Note: If you do not have funds in your account, you must send at least KSh 50 to PayBill , Account Number: FANAKA to complete your purchase)
- Receive your ticket with lucky numbers
- Receive your username and password for fanakalotto.com
To choose your own numbers:
- Send FANAKA + your numbers to 290058
- example: FANAKA 23*19*6*3*31*44*0
- (*Note: If you do not have funds in your account, you must send at least KSh 50 to PayBill 290058, Account Number: FANAKA to complete your purchase)
- Receive your ticket with lucky numbers
- Receive your username and password for fanakalotto.com
Instructions - MPESA
- Select M-PESA
- Select Lipa na M-PESA
- Select Pay Bill
- Enter 290058 (Business Number)
- Enter Account Number (if you have one, e.g. FANAKA)
- Enter Amount 50 (KSh, minimum)
- Enter your M-PESA Pin
- Confirm your payment
- Wait for the M-PESA confirmation SMS
Shortly after confirmation of the transfer, you will receive your ticket with your lucky numbers. Goodluck!
*Applies if you first play via MPesa or SMS, or if AUTO BUY is set to on in your account. Please see the FAQ for an explanation of the AUTO BUY feature.
Instructions - Online
- Register an account or Login if you already have an account.
- Pick your numbers.
- Fund your account via M-PESA:
- Select M-PESA
- Select Lipa na M-PESA
- Select Pay Bill
- Enter 290058 (Business Number)
- Enter Account Number (if you have one, e.g. FANAKA)
- Enter Amount 50 (KSh, minimum)
- Enter your M-PESA Pin
- Confirm your payment
- Wait for the M-PESA confirmation SMS
- Once you have topped up, click the Buy Now button to buy your ticket
Winning Big with Lotto
The minimum number of matches you need to win a prize is 2 numbers + the bonus ball. To win the jackpot you must match all 6 numbers + the bonus ball.
| Level | Match | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1
2
3
4
5
6
+
BONUS
Match 6 numbers and the bonus number |
KSh 1,000,000 |
| 2 | 1
2
3
4
5
6
Match 6 numbers |
KSh 500,000 |
| 3 | 1
2
3
4
5
+
BONUS
Match 5 numbers and the bonus number |
KSh 200,000 * |
| 4 | 1
2
3
4
5
Match 5 numbers |
KSh 75,000 |
| 5 | 1
2
3
4
+
BONUS
Match 4 numbers and the bonus number |
KSh 3,000 |
| 6 | 1
2
3
4
Match 4 numbers |
KSh 1,000 |
| 7 | 1
2
3
+
BONUS
Match 3 numbers and the bonus number |
KSh 500 |
| 8 | 1
2
3
Match 3 numbers |
KSh 300 |
| 9 | 1
2
+
BONUS
Match 2 numbers and the bonus number |
KSh 200 |
| 10 | 1
2
Match 2 |
KSh 50 (Bonus Money) |
Draw times & information
Fanaka Lotto has two draws a week:
- TUESDAY : 21:00
- FRIDAY : 21:00
Entries to each draw close at 20:00 on the day of the draw. The winning numbers are revealed on your Favorite Local TV Station at 10pm, and published on the Results page after the show.
All you have to do is pick 6 unique numbers from 1 to 49 and a bonus number from 0 to 9. Click here to Start.
Cost of entry and number of tickets to purchase
Each entry to win a possible 1,000,000 and costs only KSh 50.
Only one ticket can be purchased for each request although you can purchase multiple tickets for the same draw.
* Estimated rollover amount is increased at a proportion of ticket sales.
FANAKA LOTTO
All prizes are subject to 20% tax.