5 ZAR to PGK5 South African Rand = 1.3709 Papua New Guinean Kina
🇿🇦 5 South African Rand (R5) is worth 🏳️ 1.3709 Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK1.3709) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 0.2742 PGK. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to PGK rate fell 1.76% (high 0.2824 on September 6, 2026, low 0.2691 on September 12, 2026, average 0.2759). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to PGK rate rose 3.34% (high 0.2824 on September 6, 2026, low 0.2621 on July 26, 2026, average 0.2719).
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Convert 5 South African Rand to Papua New Guinean Kina
1 ZAR = PGK0.2742 PGK
1 PGK = R3.6473 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.76%
- 90-day high
- 0.2824
- 90-day low
- 0.2621
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Papua New Guinean Kina
| ZAR | PGK |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | PGK0.2742 PGK |
| R5 ZAR | PGK1.3709 PGK |
| R10 ZAR | PGK2.7418 PGK |
| R25 ZAR | PGK6.8545 PGK |
| R50 ZAR | PGK13.7089 PGK |
| R100 ZAR | PGK27.4179 PGK |
| R500 ZAR | PGK137.0893 PGK |
| R1,000 ZAR | PGK274.1785 PGK |
| R5,000 ZAR | PGK1,370.89 PGK |
| R10,000 ZAR | PGK2,741.79 PGK |
Convert Papua New Guinean Kina to South African Rand
| PGK | ZAR |
|---|---|
| PGK1 PGK | R3.6473 ZAR |
| PGK5 PGK | R18.2363 ZAR |
| PGK10 PGK | R36.4726 ZAR |
| PGK25 PGK | R91.1815 ZAR |
| PGK50 PGK | R182.3629 ZAR |
| PGK100 PGK | R364.7259 ZAR |
| PGK500 PGK | R1,823.63 ZAR |
| PGK1,000 PGK | R3,647.26 ZAR |
| PGK5,000 PGK | R18,236.29 ZAR |
| PGK10,000 PGK | R36,472.59 ZAR |
ZAR to PGK exchange rate history
ZAR to PGK – last 90 days
ZAR to PGK – last 12 months
ZAR to PGK exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 0.2621 and 0.2824 Papua New Guinean Kina, averaging 0.2719. The ZAR/PGK rate is up 3.34% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to PGK rate was 0.2824 (September 6, 2026) and the lowest was 0.2407 (September 26, 2025). The rate is up 13.91% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Papua New Guinean Kina.
| Date | 1 ZAR in PGK | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.2736 | -1.60% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.278 | +4.02% |
| July 29, 2026 | 0.2673 | +0.25% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.2666 | +1.20% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.2635 | +3.08% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.2556 | +0.30% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.2548 | -5.54% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.2698 | +2.00% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.2645 | +2.05% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.2592 | +5.55% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.2455 | +0.73% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.2438 | +1.28% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.2407 | – |
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 Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the PGK page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about PGK →How to convert South African Rand to Papua New Guinean Kina
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and PGK as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the PGK value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to PGK
How much is 1 South African Rand in Papua New Guinean Kina?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.2742 Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Papua New Guinean Kina?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 27.4179 PGK, based on a rate of 0.2742 PGK per ZAR.
How much is 1 Papua New Guinean Kina in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK) = 3.6473 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to PGK exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/PGK rate changed by -1.76%, ranging from 0.2691 to 0.2824. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.2621 to 0.2824 and changed by +3.34%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Papua New Guinean Kina?
The Papua New Guinean Kina is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 ZAR = 0.2742 PGK, and 1 PGK = 3.6473 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 PGK?
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.