An article from The South African Biz examines what happens to lottery winnings in South Africa after a jackpot is claimed. While winning the Lotto may feel like the end of the story, the piece explains that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) may be able to take a portion of the money under certain circumstances, making the aftermath of a big win more complicated than winners might expect.
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