Call to rather play Lotto online

THE Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly shaken the global village. World leaders are making efforts to navigate and mitigate as much as possible the effects of the virus outbreak. While that work is under way, as business and, certainly as Ithuba, the National Lottery Operator; we are very much aware that the virus is a fast-moving concern with global economic and socio-political ramifications. The impact of the outbreak has had devastating effects on the global economy, communities and the most vulnerable in society.

With regards to our employees, and in the interest of their safety and well-being, ITHUBA has followed the precautionary hygiene guidelines as determined by the World Health Organisation, national Government including the Department of Health as well as other globally recognised health fraternities. Pursuant to the calls for social distancing by President Cyril Ramaphosa, we have:

¡ Placed a travel ban on all international and domestic travel for our employees;

¡ Implemented a remote work-fromhome policy for all employees where possible; and

¡ Equipped all ITHUBA offices with sanitisers

Keeping with the theme of social distancing, we have limited interactions as much as possible with our suppliers to virtual meetings and continue to observe precautionary measures such as sanitising for face-to-face interactions.

We are fortunate that our products are available on online and digital platforms, such as on the SA National Lottery mobile app and on the National Lottery website. Our channel partners, namely Absa, FNB, Standard Bank and Nedbank also offer players the convenience of playing anywhere, any time – 24/7. We urge players to use these digital and online platforms and play their part to stop the spread of the virus.

We are mindful that we still serve communities who are still not included in the digital economy.

Let’s protect ourselves, our loved ones and our communities.

ITHUBA