1,000 ZAR to KPW1,000 South African Rand = 55,402.66 North Korean Won
🇿🇦 1,000 South African Rand (R1,000) is worth 🏳️ 55,402.66 North Korean Won (KPW55,402.66) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 55.4027 KPW. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to KPW rate fell 1.49% (high 56.421 on September 5, 2026, low 55.0543 on September 17, 2026, average 55.7705). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to KPW rate rose 1.89% (high 56.421 on September 5, 2026, low 54.3762 on June 25, 2026, average 55.3986).
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Convert 1,000 South African Rand to North Korean Won
1 ZAR = KPW55.4027 KPW
1 KPW = R0.01805 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.49%
- 90-day high
- 56.421
- 90-day low
- 54.3762
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to North Korean Won
| ZAR | KPW |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | KPW55.4027 KPW |
| R5 ZAR | KPW277.0133 KPW |
| R10 ZAR | KPW554.0266 KPW |
| R25 ZAR | KPW1,385.07 KPW |
| R50 ZAR | KPW2,770.13 KPW |
| R100 ZAR | KPW5,540.27 KPW |
| R500 ZAR | KPW27,701.33 KPW |
| R1,000 ZAR | KPW55,402.66 KPW |
| R5,000 ZAR | KPW277,013.29 KPW |
| R10,000 ZAR | KPW554,026.58 KPW |
Convert North Korean Won to South African Rand
| KPW | ZAR |
|---|---|
| KPW1 KPW | R0.01805 ZAR |
| KPW5 KPW | R0.09025 ZAR |
| KPW10 KPW | R0.1805 ZAR |
| KPW25 KPW | R0.4512 ZAR |
| KPW50 KPW | R0.9025 ZAR |
| KPW100 KPW | R1.805 ZAR |
| KPW500 KPW | R9.0248 ZAR |
| KPW1,000 KPW | R18.0497 ZAR |
| KPW5,000 KPW | R90.2484 ZAR |
| KPW10,000 KPW | R180.4968 ZAR |
ZAR to KPW exchange rate history
ZAR to KPW – last 90 days
ZAR to KPW – last 12 months
ZAR to KPW exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 54.3762 and 56.421 North Korean Won, averaging 55.3986. The ZAR/KPW rate is up 1.89% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to KPW rate was 56.421 (September 5, 2026) and the lowest was 51.7371 (November 24, 2025). The rate is up 6.65% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the North Korean Won.
| Date | 1 ZAR in KPW | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 55.298 | -0.68% |
| August 30, 2026 | 55.6781 | +1.78% |
| July 22, 2026 | 54.7057 | +0.10% |
| June 28, 2026 | 54.6508 | -0.07% |
| May 23, 2026 | 54.6864 | +0.49% |
| April 23, 2026 | 54.422 | +2.40% |
| March 24, 2026 | 53.1454 | -5.33% |
| February 22, 2026 | 56.1401 | +0.51% |
| January 23, 2026 | 55.8564 | +3.48% |
| December 24, 2025 | 53.9788 | +4.33% |
| November 24, 2025 | 51.7371 | -0.34% |
| October 25, 2025 | 51.9145 | -0.07% |
| September 25, 2025 | 51.9493 | – |
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 North Korean Won (KPW) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the KPW page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about KPW →How to convert South African Rand to North Korean Won
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and KPW as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the KPW value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to KPW
How much is 1 South African Rand in North Korean Won?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 55.4027 North Korean Won (KPW). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in North Korean Won?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 5,540.27 KPW, based on a rate of 55.4027 KPW per ZAR.
How much is 1 North Korean Won in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 North Korean Won (KPW) = 0.01805 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to KPW exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/KPW rate changed by -1.49%, ranging from 55.0543 to 56.421. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 54.3762 to 56.421 and changed by +1.89%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the North Korean Won?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the North Korean Won: 1 ZAR = 55.4027 KPW, and 1 KPW = 0.01805 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 KPW?
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.