1 ZAR to JMD1 South African Rand = 9.6997 Jamaican Dollar
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 9.6997 Jamaican Dollar (JMD9.6997) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 9.6997 JMD. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to JMD rate fell 2.28% (high 9.9261 on August 24, 2026, low 9.6807 on September 20, 2026, average 9.8022). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to JMD rate rose 1.97% (high 9.9261 on August 24, 2026, low 9.3899 on July 25, 2026, average 9.7048).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Jamaican Dollar
1 ZAR = JMD9.6997 JMD
1 JMD = R0.1031 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -2.28%
- 90-day high
- 9.9261
- 90-day low
- 9.3899
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Jamaican Dollar
| ZAR | JMD |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | JMD9.6997 JMD |
| R5 ZAR | JMD48.4987 JMD |
| R10 ZAR | JMD96.9973 JMD |
| R25 ZAR | JMD242.4934 JMD |
| R50 ZAR | JMD484.9867 JMD |
| R100 ZAR | JMD969.9735 JMD |
| R500 ZAR | JMD4,849.87 JMD |
| R1,000 ZAR | JMD9,699.73 JMD |
| R5,000 ZAR | JMD48,498.67 JMD |
| R10,000 ZAR | JMD96,997.35 JMD |
Convert Jamaican Dollar to South African Rand
| JMD | ZAR |
|---|---|
| JMD1 JMD | R0.1031 ZAR |
| JMD5 JMD | R0.5155 ZAR |
| JMD10 JMD | R1.031 ZAR |
| JMD25 JMD | R2.5774 ZAR |
| JMD50 JMD | R5.1548 ZAR |
| JMD100 JMD | R10.3096 ZAR |
| JMD500 JMD | R51.5478 ZAR |
| JMD1,000 JMD | R103.0956 ZAR |
| JMD5,000 JMD | R515.478 ZAR |
| JMD10,000 JMD | R1,030.96 ZAR |
ZAR to JMD exchange rate history
ZAR to JMD – last 90 days
ZAR to JMD – last 12 months
ZAR to JMD exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 9.3899 and 9.9261 Jamaican Dollar, averaging 9.7048. The ZAR/JMD rate is up 1.97% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to JMD rate was 9.9261 (August 24, 2026) and the lowest was 9.2261 (September 25, 2025). The rate is up 5.13% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Jamaican Dollar.
| Date | 1 ZAR in JMD | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 9.6807 | -0.96% |
| August 30, 2026 | 9.7745 | +2.48% |
| July 31, 2026 | 9.5378 | -0.19% |
| June 28, 2026 | 9.5556 | -0.23% |
| May 23, 2026 | 9.578 | -0.36% |
| April 23, 2026 | 9.6127 | +3.60% |
| March 24, 2026 | 9.2788 | -4.61% |
| February 22, 2026 | 9.7276 | -0.24% |
| January 23, 2026 | 9.7506 | +1.85% |
| December 24, 2025 | 9.5732 | +3.62% |
| November 24, 2025 | 9.2392 | -0.13% |
| October 25, 2025 | 9.2514 | +0.27% |
| September 25, 2025 | 9.2261 | – |
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 Jamaican Dollar (JMD) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the JMD page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about JMD →How to convert South African Rand to Jamaican Dollar
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and JMD as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the JMD value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to JMD
How much is 1 South African Rand in Jamaican Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 9.6997 Jamaican Dollar (JMD). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Jamaican Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 969.9735 JMD, based on a rate of 9.6997 JMD per ZAR.
How much is 1 Jamaican Dollar in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Jamaican Dollar (JMD) = 0.1031 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to JMD exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/JMD rate changed by -2.28%, ranging from 9.6807 to 9.9261. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 9.3899 to 9.9261 and changed by +1.97%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Jamaican Dollar?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Jamaican Dollar: 1 ZAR = 9.6997 JMD, and 1 JMD = 0.1031 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 JMD?
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.