1 ZAR to TZS1 South African Rand = 162.5146 Tanzanian Shilling
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 162.5146 Tanzanian Shilling (TZS162.5146) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 162.5146 TZS. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to TZS rate fell 1.81% (high 166.0832 on September 5, 2026, low 161.6784 on September 17, 2026, average 163.8853). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to TZS rate rose 2.57% (high 166.0832 on September 5, 2026, low 156.4766 on July 25, 2026, average 161.9661).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Tanzanian Shilling
1 ZAR = TZS162.5146 TZS
1 TZS = R0.006153 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.81%
- 90-day high
- 166.0832
- 90-day low
- 156.4766
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Tanzanian Shilling
| ZAR | TZS |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | TZS162.5146 TZS |
| R5 ZAR | TZS812.5732 TZS |
| R10 ZAR | TZS1,625.15 TZS |
| R25 ZAR | TZS4,062.87 TZS |
| R50 ZAR | TZS8,125.73 TZS |
| R100 ZAR | TZS16,251.46 TZS |
| R500 ZAR | TZS81,257.32 TZS |
| R1,000 ZAR | TZS162,514.65 TZS |
| R5,000 ZAR | TZS812,573.24 TZS |
| R10,000 ZAR | TZS1,625,146.48 TZS |
Convert Tanzanian Shilling to South African Rand
| TZS | ZAR |
|---|---|
| TZS1 TZS | R0.006153 ZAR |
| TZS5 TZS | R0.03077 ZAR |
| TZS10 TZS | R0.06153 ZAR |
| TZS25 TZS | R0.1538 ZAR |
| TZS50 TZS | R0.3077 ZAR |
| TZS100 TZS | R0.6153 ZAR |
| TZS500 TZS | R3.0766 ZAR |
| TZS1,000 TZS | R6.1533 ZAR |
| TZS5,000 TZS | R30.7665 ZAR |
| TZS10,000 TZS | R61.5329 ZAR |
ZAR to TZS exchange rate history
ZAR to TZS – last 90 days
ZAR to TZS – last 12 months
ZAR to TZS exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 156.4766 and 166.0832 Tanzanian Shilling, averaging 161.9661. The ZAR/TZS rate is up 2.57% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to TZS rate was 166.0832 (September 5, 2026) and the lowest was 140.7144 (November 24, 2025). The rate is up 14.53% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Tanzanian Shilling.
| Date | 1 ZAR in TZS | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 162.4177 | -0.66% |
| August 30, 2026 | 163.494 | +2.01% |
| July 31, 2026 | 160.2759 | +0.44% |
| June 28, 2026 | 159.5803 | -0.11% |
| May 23, 2026 | 159.75 | +1.41% |
| April 23, 2026 | 157.5303 | +2.94% |
| March 24, 2026 | 153.0375 | -4.82% |
| February 22, 2026 | 160.7957 | +1.94% |
| January 23, 2026 | 157.7411 | +6.24% |
| December 24, 2025 | 148.4755 | +5.52% |
| November 24, 2025 | 140.7144 | -2.01% |
| October 25, 2025 | 143.5963 | +1.20% |
| September 25, 2025 | 141.8966 | – |
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 Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the TZS page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about TZS →How to convert South African Rand to Tanzanian Shilling
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and TZS as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the TZS value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to TZS
How much is 1 South African Rand in Tanzanian Shilling?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 162.5146 Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Tanzanian Shilling?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 16,251.46 TZS, based on a rate of 162.5146 TZS per ZAR.
How much is 1 Tanzanian Shilling in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) = 0.006153 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to TZS exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/TZS rate changed by -1.81%, ranging from 161.6784 to 166.0832. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 156.4766 to 166.0832 and changed by +2.57%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Tanzanian Shilling?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Tanzanian Shilling: 1 ZAR = 162.5146 TZS, and 1 TZS = 0.006153 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 TZS?
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.