Have you ever woken up from a vivid dream, convinced it meant something? In South Africa, thousands of punters trust their dreams as a powerful source of lucky numbers — and many have turned those nocturnal visions into real winnings. That’s why we’ve compiled the most comprehensive lucky numbers dream guide ever assembled for SA players.

When playing Lucky Numbers at Hollywoodbets, or entering the Daily Lotto, Lotto, Lotto Plus, or PowerBall draws, this guide is designed to help you translate dreams, real-life encounters, and everyday symbols into actionable numbers.

This isn’t guesswork. This tradition is rooted in the Chinese Fafi (Mo-China) number system — a dream interpretation framework that has been part of South African gambling culture for generations.

Over time, punters across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, the Western Cape, and beyond have refined, expanded, and validated these associations through lived experience.

How to use this guide: Find the object, person, animal, or event from your dream in our alphabetical list below. Note the associated number. Use that number — or a combination of numbers from multiple dream elements — in your next Lucky Numbers, Lotto, or PowerBall entry.

What Are Lucky Numbers Dreams?

Lucky numbers dreams are dreams that South African punters interpret to extract specific numbers for lottery and lucky numbers draws. The concept is simple: every symbol, object, person, animal, action, or emotion you encounter in a dream (or in waking life) corresponds to a specific number.

This practice differs fundamentally from random number selection (“thumb-sucking”) or mathematical pattern analysis. Instead, it draws on:

• Personal dream experiences — what you saw, felt, or encountered while sleeping
• Real-life encounters — unusual events during your day that feel significant
• Cultural symbolism — numbers passed down through generations in South African communities
• The Fafi number system — a structured framework linking entities to numbers 1–49

Many SA punters report that dreams feel more “charged” or vivid on certain nights — and that these are the dreams most likely to produce winning numbers.

Whether you view this as spiritual insight, subconscious pattern recognition, or pure luck, the results speak for themselves: dream-based number selection is one of the most popular strategies among successful South African lottery players.

The History of Dream Numbers in South Africa (Fafi / Mo-China)

The lucky numbers dream guide tradition in South Africa traces its roots to Fafi, also known as Mo-China or uMchina — an informal numbers game brought to South Africa by Chinese immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

What Is Fafi?

Fafi is a numbers game where players bet on numbers between 1 and 36 (in the traditional version) or 1 and 49 (in expanded modern versions). Each number is associated with a specific symbol, dream, or real-life event. A “Fafi runner” or operator would draw a number, and players who had bet on that number would win.

From Fafi to Modern Lucky Numbers

While Fafi was historically an informal (and unregulated) game, its number-symbol associations became deeply embedded in South African culture — particularly in township communities across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape, and the Western Cape.

When licensed bookmakers like Hollywoodbets introduced legal Lucky Numbers betting — allowing SA punters to bet on the outcomes of international lottery draws — the Fafi dream guide found a new, legal, and accessible home. Today, millions of South Africans use dream-based number selection for:

• Lucky Numbers (international draw results available on SA betting sites)
• Daily Lotto (5 numbers from 1–36)
• Lotto (6 numbers from 1–52)
• Lotto Plus 1 & 2
• PowerBall (5 numbers from 1–50 + 1 PowerBall from 1–20)
• PowerBall Plus

The numbers in this guide honour the original Fafi system while incorporating hundreds of additional modern symbols that SA punters have added and validated over the years.

How to Use This Dream Guide for Lucky Numbers

Follow these steps to convert your dreams into lucky numbers:

Step 1: Record Your Dream Immediately

Keep a notebook or your phone next to your bed. As soon as you wake up, write down everything you remember — objects, people, animals, colours, emotions, locations, and actions. Details fade quickly, so capture them fast.

Step 2: Identify the Key Symbols

Not every element of a dream is equally significant. Focus on:

• Recurring elements — things that appeared more than once
• Emotionally charged elements — things that made you feel fear, joy, surprise, or wonder
• Unusual elements — things that don’t normally appear in your life
• Vivid elements — things you can still picture clearly

Step 3: Look Up Each Symbol in the Guide Below

Use our A-Z Lucky Numbers Dream Guide or the Category-Based Guide to find the number(s) associated with each symbol.

Step 4: Combine Your Numbers

If your dream contained multiple symbols, you’ll have multiple numbers. Use these as your selection for your next draw. For example:

• You dream of a snake (7), a river (20), and a dead person (8)
• Your lucky numbers combination would be: 7, 8, 20
• Add additional numbers from secondary dream elements or your personal lucky numbers to complete your selection

Step 5: Choose Your Draw & Place Your Bet

Select the draw that matches the count and range of your numbers:

• Daily Lotto: 5 numbers from 1–36
• Lotto: 6 numbers from 1–52
• PowerBall: 5 numbers from 1–50 + 1 bonus from 1–20
• Lucky Numbers: varies by international draw

Pro Tips

• ✅ Play consistently — don’t skip draws when you’ve had a vivid dream
• ✅ Trust your gut — if a number feels right, include it
• ✅ Combine dream numbers with real-life encounter numbers (see section below)
• ✅ Track your results — keep a log of dreams, numbers played, and outcomes
• ❌ Don’t overthink — your first instinct about a dream symbol is usually the right one
• ❌ Never bet more than you can afford to lose — gamble responsibly

Complete A-Z Lucky Numbers Dream Guide

Below is the most comprehensive lucky numbers dream guide available for South African punters. This list includes 500+ dream symbols with their associated numbers, covering the traditional Fafi range (1–36), the extended range (1–49), and additional associations for numbers up to 52 (to cover Lotto draws).

Tip: Use Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on Mac) to quickly search for a specific dream symbol.

Numbers 1–9: Core Dream Symbols

Numbers 10–19

Numbers 20–29

Numbers 30–39

Numbers 40–49

Expanded Numbers 50–52 (For Lotto Draws)

Since South Africa’s Lotto draw uses numbers up to 52, here are additional associations for numbers beyond the traditional Fafi range:

Lucky Numbers Dream Guide by Category

For easier reference, here are dream symbols grouped by theme:

Animals Dream Numbers

People Dream Numbers

Nature & Weather Dream Numbers

Objects & Places Dream Numbers

Actions & Events Dream Numbers

Colours Dream Numbers

Body Parts Dream Numbers

Top 20 Most Common Dreams & Their Lucky Numbers

Based on what South African punters report most frequently, here are the 20 most common dreams and their associated lucky numbers:

1. Dreaming of a Snake – Lucky Number: 7

Snakes are the single most commonly reported dream symbol among SA punters. Whether it’s a python, black mamba, cobra, puff adder, or garden snake — the number is 7. If the snake bites you, consider adding 18 (blood). If you kill the snake, add 41 (knife) or 42 (fighting).

2. Dreaming of a Dead Person – Lucky Number: 4 (Male) / 12 (Female)

Dreaming of someone who has passed away is extremely common and holds deep cultural significance in South Africa. If the deceased person is male, use 4. If female, use 12. If the dead person is speaking to you, also consider 24 (mouth) or 51 (prayer/ancestors).

3. Dreaming of Water – Lucky Number: 3 (Ocean) / 29 (Rain/Small Water) / 20 (River)

Water dreams are frequent. The specific number depends on the type and size of the water:

• Ocean / sea / flood → 3
• Rain / tap / puddle / tears → 29
• River / stream → 20
• Swimming → 3

4. Dreaming of Money – Lucky Number: 16 (Coins) / 32 (Notes/Big Money)

If you dream of finding, receiving, counting, or losing money, the number depends on the amount:

• Small money / coins / change → 16
• Large sums / banknotes / jackpot → 32

5. Dreaming of Fire – Lucky Number: 31

Fire dreams — whether it’s a house burning, a veld fire, a braai, candles, or an explosion — are associated with 31. If the fire is destructive, consider adding 49 (bad luck/misfortune).

6. Dreaming of a Dog – Lucky Number: 27

Dogs in dreams — whether friendly, aggressive, barking, or biting — correspond to 27. A dog bite might also bring in 18 (blood) or 41 (wound/knife).

7. Dreaming of a Baby – Lucky Number: 10

Dreaming of a baby, pregnancy, or birth is associated with 10 (eggs/fertility). If the baby is a girl, add 19. If a boy, add 33.

8. Dreaming of Being Chased – Lucky Number: 42 / 23

Being chased by a person (especially police or soldiers) relates to 42. Being chased by an animal or running in general links to 23 (horse/running).

9. Dreaming of a Car or Driving – Lucky Number: 43

Any vehicle — car, taxi, bus, truck — in a dream points to 43. A car accident might add 18 (blood) or 4 (death).

10. Dreaming of a Cat – Lucky Number: 20

Cats — whether black cats, kittens, or strays — point to 20. A black cat may also invoke 49 (bad luck) depending on cultural interpretation.

11. Dreaming of a House – Lucky Number: 25

A big house, mansion, building, or palace in a dream corresponds to 25. If the house is burning, combine with 31 (fire).

12. Dreaming of Clothes – Lucky Number: 35

Dreaming of buying, wearing, washing, or losing clothes is linked to 35. This includes shoes, hats, traditional attire, and uniforms.

13. Dreaming of Fish – Lucky Number: 13 (Big Fish) / 28 (Small Fish)

Big fish (sharks, whales, or a large catch) → 13. Small fish (sardines, pilchards, school of fish) → 28.

14. Dreaming of a Funeral – Lucky Number: 4

A funeral, coffin, hearse, cemetery, or graveyard all correspond to 4 — the number of the dead man. If specifically a woman’s funeral, use 12.

15. Dreaming of Flying – Lucky Number: 22

Flying in a dream — whether in a plane, on your own, or through the sky — relates to 22 (ship/vessel/journey). Some punters associate personal flight with spiritual power and add 49 or 51.

16. Dreaming of Blood – Lucky Number: 18

Seeing blood in any form — wounds, bleeding, blood on the floor, blood tests — points directly to 18.

17. Dreaming of a Wedding – Lucky Number: 17

Weddings, engagements, and marriage proposals in dreams correspond to 17 (diamonds/jewellery/ring).

18. Dreaming of a Horse – Lucky Number: 23

Horses — whether racing, riding, or wild — link to 23. Also applies to donkeys (38) and zebras.

19. Dreaming of Eating Meat – Lucky Number: 34

Any dream involving meat — braai, butchery, raw meat, eating steak — points to 34.

20. Dreaming of a Chicken – Lucky Number: 30

Chickens, roosters, hens, and chicks in dreams all correspond to 30. If the chicken is laying eggs, consider adding 10.

Real-Life Encounters & Their Lucky Numbers

Dreams aren’t the only source of lucky numbers. Many SA punters also use real-life encounters — unusual events that happen during their day — as signs. Here’s how to convert everyday events into numbers:

Animal Encounters

People Encounters

Event Encounters

Tips for Turning Dreams Into Winning Numbers {#tips-for-winning}

1. Keep a Dream Journal

The most successful dream-number punters in South Africa write down their dreams every morning without fail. Over time, you’ll notice patterns — recurring symbols that often lead to wins.

2. Trust Vivid and Unusual Dreams

Not all dreams are created equal. Vivid, colourful, emotionally intense, or highly unusual dreams tend to be the most reliable sources of lucky numbers. If a dream wakes you up or stays with you throughout the day, pay attention.

3. Combine Multiple Symbols

A dream rarely features just one symbol. The more symbols you can identify, the more numbers you have to work with — and the more combinations you can create.

4. Use Both Dreams and Real-Life Signs

Many winning punters combine dream numbers with numbers from real-life encounters on the same day. For example, if you dream of a snake (7) and then see a funeral procession (4) on your way to work, play both numbers.

5. Don’t Ignore Recurring Dreams

If the same dream — or the same symbol — keeps appearing night after night, the universe may be sending you a persistent message. Play that number consistently.

6. Consider the Emotions in Your Dream

The feeling of a dream can modify the number:

• Fear or danger → consider adding 49 (bad luck/warning)
• Joy or celebration → consider adding 45 (music/celebration) or 39 (luck)
• Sadness or grief → consider adding 4 (death) or 29 (tears/rain)

7. Play the Right Draw for Your Numbers

Match your number range to the correct draw:

• Numbers 1–36 → ideal for Daily Lotto
• Numbers 1–49 → ideal for Lucky Numbers bets
• Numbers 1–50 → ideal for PowerBall
• Numbers 1–52 → ideal for Lotto / Lotto Plus

8. Gamble Responsibly

While dream numbers have helped many SA punters win, gambling should always be done responsibly. Set a budget, stick to it, and never chase losses. If you need help, contact the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation at 0800 006 008.

Where to Play Lucky Numbers in South Africa {#where-to-play}

Once you have your dream numbers, you need a platform to play. Here are the most popular licensed options for SA punters:

Lucky Numbers Betting (International Draws)

These bookmakers allow you to bet on the outcomes of international lottery draws using your dream numbers:

National Lottery Draws

For official ITHUBA National Lottery draws:

Pro tip: You can purchase National Lottery tickets online at the official ITHUBA website, at retail outlets, or via banking apps that offer lottery ticket purchases.

The Science (and Soul) Behind Dream Numbers

Why Do So Many SA Punters Trust Dreams?

South Africa has a rich tradition of dream interpretation rooted in African, Asian, and European spiritual practices. In many African cultures, dreams are understood as messages from ancestors (amadlozi) — guidance from the spiritual world that can inform decisions in waking life, including which numbers to play.

The Fafi/Mo-China system brought by Chinese immigrants blended with these existing beliefs, creating a unique South African synthesis: a practical tool that translates spiritual messages into actionable numbers.

Is There Evidence That Dream Numbers Work?

Statistically, any number has the same probability of being drawn. However, punters who use dream guides often report:

• Greater consistency — they play regularly because they have a “reason” to select specific numbers
• More confident selections — they don’t second-guess or change numbers at the last minute
• Pattern recognition — over time, they notice which symbols in their dreams correlate with winning numbers
• Psychological edge — the ritual of dream interpretation creates focus and intentionality

Whether the success comes from spiritual guidance, psychological factors, or the discipline of consistent play, the results are real for many South African punters — and that’s why this tradition continues to thrive.

Quick Reference: Popular Dream Symbols & Their Lucky Numbers

For quick lookups, here’s a condensed reference card you can screenshot or bookmark:

1 – King/Boss/Sun 18 – Blood/Red
2 – Monkey/Twins 19 – Little Girl
3 – Sea/Ocean/Water 20 – Cat
4 – Dead Man/Funeral 21 – Old Man/Grandpa
5 – Tiger/Power 22 – Ship/Boat/Flying
6 – Ox/Cow/Bull 23 – Horse/Running
7 – Snake 24 – Mouth/Teeth
8 – Pig/Drunk 25 – Big House/Mansion
9 – Moon/Night 26 – Bees/Honey
10 – Eggs/Baby 27 – Dog
11 – Tree/Wood/Green 28 – Small Fish
12 – Dead Woman 29 – Rain/Small Water
13 – Big Fish/Shark 30 – Chicken/Fowl
14 – Old Woman/Granny 31 – Fire/Flames
15 – Bad Woman/Sex 32 – Big Money/Cash
16 – Small Money/Coins 33 – Little Boy
17 – Diamond/Jewellery 34 – Meat/Braai
 35 – Clothes
36 – Shrimp/Prawn 43 – Car/Vehicle
37 – Pepper/Spice 44 – Jail/Prison
38 – Donkey 45 – Music/Song
39 – Luck/Cards 46 – Thief
40 – Doctor/Hospital 47 – School/Book
41 – Knife/Blade 48 – Big Man/VIP
42 – Soldier/Police 49 – Bad Luck/Phumba

Final Thoughts: Trust Your Dreams, Play Your Numbers

The Lucky Numbers Dream Guide is more than just a list of numbers — it’s a living tradition that connects South African punters to generations of cultural wisdom.

Whether your ancestors are speaking through your dreams, your subconscious is picking up on patterns, or you simply believe in the power of symbols, this guide gives you a structured, time-tested way to turn your inner world into real-world numbers.

Your next big win could be one dream away.

Bookmark this page, share it with fellow punters, and keep a dream journal by your bedside. The numbers are already inside you — this guide simply helps you find them.

🔔 Disclaimer: Gambling involves risk. Never bet more than you can afford to lose. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation at 0800 006 008 or visit www.responsiblegambling.co.za. You must be 18 years or older to gamble in South Africa. This guide is for entertainment and informational purposes. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

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