1 ZAR to AFN1 South African Rand = 3.9705 Afghan Afghani
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 3.9705 Afghan Afghani (AFN3.9705) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 3.9705 AFN. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to AFN rate fell 2.93% (high 4.1194 on September 5, 2026, low 3.9688 on September 17, 2026, average 4.0385). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to AFN rate rose 3.48% (high 4.1194 on September 5, 2026, low 3.837 on June 25, 2026, average 4.0012).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Afghan Afghani
1 ZAR = AFN3.9705 AFN
1 AFN = R0.2519 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -2.93%
- 90-day high
- 4.1194
- 90-day low
- 3.837
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Afghan Afghani
| ZAR | AFN |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | AFN3.9705 AFN |
| R5 ZAR | AFN19.8526 AFN |
| R10 ZAR | AFN39.7052 AFN |
| R25 ZAR | AFN99.2631 AFN |
| R50 ZAR | AFN198.5262 AFN |
| R100 ZAR | AFN397.0524 AFN |
| R500 ZAR | AFN1,985.26 AFN |
| R1,000 ZAR | AFN3,970.52 AFN |
| R5,000 ZAR | AFN19,852.62 AFN |
| R10,000 ZAR | AFN39,705.24 AFN |
Convert Afghan Afghani to South African Rand
| AFN | ZAR |
|---|---|
| AFN1 AFN | R0.2519 ZAR |
| AFN5 AFN | R1.2593 ZAR |
| AFN10 AFN | R2.5186 ZAR |
| AFN25 AFN | R6.2964 ZAR |
| AFN50 AFN | R12.5928 ZAR |
| AFN100 AFN | R25.1856 ZAR |
| AFN500 AFN | R125.928 ZAR |
| AFN1,000 AFN | R251.8559 ZAR |
| AFN5,000 AFN | R1,259.28 ZAR |
| AFN10,000 AFN | R2,518.56 ZAR |
ZAR to AFN exchange rate history
ZAR to AFN – last 90 days
ZAR to AFN – last 12 months
ZAR to AFN exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 3.837 and 4.1194 Afghan Afghani, averaging 4.0012. The ZAR/AFN rate is up 3.48% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to AFN rate was 4.1194 (September 5, 2026) and the lowest was 3.7248 (March 24, 2026). The rate is up 0.46% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Afghan Afghani.
| Date | 1 ZAR in AFN | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 3.9773 | -1.31% |
| August 30, 2026 | 4.0301 | +1.80% |
| July 31, 2026 | 3.9588 | +0.89% |
| June 28, 2026 | 3.924 | +2.87% |
| May 23, 2026 | 3.8146 | -0.66% |
| April 23, 2026 | 3.84 | +3.09% |
| March 24, 2026 | 3.7248 | -5.57% |
| February 22, 2026 | 3.9445 | -2.19% |
| January 23, 2026 | 4.0328 | +3.07% |
| December 24, 2025 | 3.9125 | +2.59% |
| November 24, 2025 | 3.8138 | +0.19% |
| October 25, 2025 | 3.8066 | -3.69% |
| September 25, 2025 | 3.9523 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →The Afghan Afghani (AFN) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the AFN page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about AFN →How to convert South African Rand to Afghan Afghani
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and AFN as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the AFN value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to AFN
How much is 1 South African Rand in Afghan Afghani?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 3.9705 Afghan Afghani (AFN). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Afghan Afghani?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 397.0524 AFN, based on a rate of 3.9705 AFN per ZAR.
How much is 1 Afghan Afghani in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Afghan Afghani (AFN) = 0.2519 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to AFN exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/AFN rate changed by -2.93%, ranging from 3.9688 to 4.1194. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 3.837 to 4.1194 and changed by +3.48%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Afghan Afghani?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Afghan Afghani: 1 ZAR = 3.9705 AFN, and 1 AFN = 0.2519 ZAR. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert ZAR to AFN?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.