1 ZAR to NGN1 South African Rand = 81.8865 Nigerian Naira
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🇳🇬 81.8865 Nigerian Naira (NGN81.8865) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 81.8865 NGN. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to NGN rate fell 2.85% (high 84.2881 on August 24, 2026, low 81.3673 on September 17, 2026, average 82.5485). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to NGN rate fell 1.12% (high 84.6866 on August 9, 2026, low 80.9944 on July 25, 2026, average 83.1625).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Nigerian Naira
1 ZAR = NGN81.8865 NGN
1 NGN = R0.01221 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -2.85%
- 90-day high
- 84.6866
- 90-day low
- 80.9944
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Nigerian Naira
| ZAR | NGN |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | NGN81.8865 NGN |
| R5 ZAR | NGN409.4325 NGN |
| R10 ZAR | NGN818.865 NGN |
| R25 ZAR | NGN2,047.16 NGN |
| R50 ZAR | NGN4,094.33 NGN |
| R100 ZAR | NGN8,188.65 NGN |
| R500 ZAR | NGN40,943.25 NGN |
| R1,000 ZAR | NGN81,886.50 NGN |
| R5,000 ZAR | NGN409,432.51 NGN |
| R10,000 ZAR | NGN818,865.02 NGN |
Convert Nigerian Naira to South African Rand
| NGN | ZAR |
|---|---|
| NGN1 NGN | R0.01221 ZAR |
| NGN5 NGN | R0.06106 ZAR |
| NGN10 NGN | R0.1221 ZAR |
| NGN25 NGN | R0.3053 ZAR |
| NGN50 NGN | R0.6106 ZAR |
| NGN100 NGN | R1.2212 ZAR |
| NGN500 NGN | R6.106 ZAR |
| NGN1,000 NGN | R12.212 ZAR |
| NGN5,000 NGN | R61.0601 ZAR |
| NGN10,000 NGN | R122.1202 ZAR |
ZAR to NGN exchange rate history
ZAR to NGN – last 90 days
ZAR to NGN – last 12 months
ZAR to NGN exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 80.9944 and 84.6866 Nigerian Naira, averaging 83.1625. The ZAR/NGN rate is down 1.12% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to NGN rate was 88.1141 (January 23, 2026) and the lowest was 80.9198 (March 24, 2026). The rate is down 4.76% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has lost value against the Nigerian Naira.
| Date | 1 ZAR in NGN | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 81.83 | -1.46% |
| August 30, 2026 | 83.0383 | +0.90% |
| July 31, 2026 | 82.2987 | -1.67% |
| June 28, 2026 | 83.693 | +0.37% |
| May 23, 2026 | 83.3845 | +2.02% |
| April 23, 2026 | 81.7338 | +1.01% |
| March 24, 2026 | 80.9198 | -3.84% |
| February 22, 2026 | 84.1484 | -4.50% |
| January 23, 2026 | 88.1141 | +0.99% |
| December 24, 2025 | 87.2462 | +4.39% |
| November 24, 2025 | 83.5741 | -1.20% |
| October 25, 2025 | 84.5909 | -1.62% |
| September 25, 2025 | 85.9811 | – |
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 Nigerian Naira (NGN) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the NGN page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about NGN →How to convert South African Rand to Nigerian Naira
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and NGN as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the NGN value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to NGN
How much is 1 South African Rand in Nigerian Naira?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 81.8865 Nigerian Naira (NGN). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Nigerian Naira?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 8,188.65 NGN, based on a rate of 81.8865 NGN per ZAR.
How much is 1 Nigerian Naira in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Nigerian Naira (NGN) = 0.01221 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to NGN exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/NGN rate changed by -2.85%, ranging from 81.3673 to 84.2881. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 80.9944 to 84.6866 and changed by -1.12%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Nigerian Naira?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Nigerian Naira: 1 ZAR = 81.8865 NGN, and 1 NGN = 0.01221 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 NGN?
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.