500 ZAR to CNY500 South African Rand = 206.1047 Chinese Yuan
🇿🇦 500 South African Rand (R500) is worth 🇨🇳 206.1047 Chinese Yuan (¥206.1047) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 0.4122 CNY. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to CNY rate fell 1.81% (high 0.4204 on September 6, 2026, low 0.4122 on September 22, 2026, average 0.4164). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to CNY rate rose 0.12% (high 0.4204 on September 6, 2026, low 0.4024 on July 26, 2026, average 0.4142).
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Convert 500 South African Rand to Chinese Yuan
1 ZAR = ¥0.4122 CNY
1 CNY = R2.426 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.81%
- 90-day high
- 0.4204
- 90-day low
- 0.4024
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Chinese Yuan
| ZAR | CNY |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | ¥0.4122 CNY |
| R5 ZAR | ¥2.061 CNY |
| R10 ZAR | ¥4.1221 CNY |
| R25 ZAR | ¥10.3052 CNY |
| R50 ZAR | ¥20.6105 CNY |
| R100 ZAR | ¥41.2209 CNY |
| R500 ZAR | ¥206.1047 CNY |
| R1,000 ZAR | ¥412.2094 CNY |
| R5,000 ZAR | ¥2,061.05 CNY |
| R10,000 ZAR | ¥4,122.09 CNY |
Convert Chinese Yuan to South African Rand
| CNY | ZAR |
|---|---|
| ¥1 CNY | R2.426 ZAR |
| ¥5 CNY | R12.1298 ZAR |
| ¥10 CNY | R24.2595 ZAR |
| ¥25 CNY | R60.6488 ZAR |
| ¥50 CNY | R121.2976 ZAR |
| ¥100 CNY | R242.5951 ZAR |
| ¥500 CNY | R1,212.98 ZAR |
| ¥1,000 CNY | R2,425.95 ZAR |
| ¥5,000 CNY | R12,129.76 ZAR |
| ¥10,000 CNY | R24,259.51 ZAR |
ZAR to CNY exchange rate history
ZAR to CNY – last 90 days
ZAR to CNY – last 12 months
ZAR to CNY exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 0.4024 and 0.4204 Chinese Yuan, averaging 0.4142. The ZAR/CNY rate is up 0.12% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to CNY rate was 0.4317 (February 23, 2026) and the lowest was 0.4024 (July 26, 2026). The rate is up 0.91% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Chinese Yuan.
| Date | 1 ZAR in CNY | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.4127 | -0.70% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.4156 | +2.64% |
| July 29, 2026 | 0.4049 | -1.90% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.4127 | +0.08% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.4124 | +0.76% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.4093 | +0.56% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.407 | -5.71% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.4317 | +0.01% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.4316 | +2.59% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.4207 | +2.46% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.4106 | -0.52% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.4127 | +1.04% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.4085 | – |
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 Chinese Yuan is the official currency of People's Republic of China, issued under the oversight of the People's Bank of China (PBOC). It has been in use since 1948 and is divided into 100 Jiao, Fen.
The Yuan is increasingly important in global trade and finance as China has become the world's second-largest economy. It was added to the IMF's Special Drawing Rights basket in 2016, recognizing its growing international role.
More about CNY →How to convert South African Rand to Chinese Yuan
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
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Frequently asked questions about ZAR to CNY
How much is 1 South African Rand in Chinese Yuan?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.4122 Chinese Yuan (CNY). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Chinese Yuan?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 41.2209 CNY, based on a rate of 0.4122 CNY per ZAR.
How much is 1 Chinese Yuan in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Chinese Yuan (CNY) = 2.426 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to CNY exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/CNY rate changed by -1.81%, ranging from 0.4122 to 0.4204. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.4024 to 0.4204 and changed by +0.12%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Chinese Yuan?
The Chinese Yuan is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 ZAR = 0.4122 CNY, and 1 CNY = 2.426 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 CNY?
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.