5 ZAR to UGX5 South African Rand = 1,209.31 Ugandan Shilling
🇿🇦 5 South African Rand (R5) is worth 🏳️ 1,209.31 Ugandan Shilling (UGX1,209.31) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 241.8617 UGX. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to UGX rate rose 4.02% (high 242.6171 on September 21, 2026, low 232.5144 on August 25, 2026, average 237.7779). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to UGX rate rose 8.04% (high 242.6171 on September 21, 2026, low 223.0105 on June 29, 2026, average 230.4608).
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Convert 5 South African Rand to Ugandan Shilling
1 ZAR = UGX241.8617 UGX
1 UGX = R0.004135 ZAR
- 30-day change
- +4.02%
- 90-day high
- 242.6171
- 90-day low
- 223.0105
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Ugandan Shilling
| ZAR | UGX |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | UGX241.8617 UGX |
| R5 ZAR | UGX1,209.31 UGX |
| R10 ZAR | UGX2,418.62 UGX |
| R25 ZAR | UGX6,046.54 UGX |
| R50 ZAR | UGX12,093.09 UGX |
| R100 ZAR | UGX24,186.17 UGX |
| R500 ZAR | UGX120,930.86 UGX |
| R1,000 ZAR | UGX241,861.72 UGX |
| R5,000 ZAR | UGX1,209,308.62 UGX |
| R10,000 ZAR | UGX2,418,617.24 UGX |
Convert Ugandan Shilling to South African Rand
| UGX | ZAR |
|---|---|
| UGX1 UGX | R0.004135 ZAR |
| UGX5 UGX | R0.02067 ZAR |
| UGX10 UGX | R0.04135 ZAR |
| UGX25 UGX | R0.1034 ZAR |
| UGX50 UGX | R0.2067 ZAR |
| UGX100 UGX | R0.4135 ZAR |
| UGX500 UGX | R2.0673 ZAR |
| UGX1,000 UGX | R4.1346 ZAR |
| UGX5,000 UGX | R20.673 ZAR |
| UGX10,000 UGX | R41.3459 ZAR |
ZAR to UGX exchange rate history
ZAR to UGX – last 90 days
ZAR to UGX – last 12 months
ZAR to UGX exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 223.0105 and 242.6171 Ugandan Shilling, averaging 230.4608. The ZAR/UGX rate is up 8.04% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to UGX rate was 242.6171 (September 21, 2026) and the lowest was 200.0921 (September 26, 2025). The rate is up 20.88% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Ugandan Shilling.
| Date | 1 ZAR in UGX | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 242.6171 | +4.01% |
| August 31, 2026 | 233.2581 | +3.54% |
| July 29, 2026 | 225.2877 | +1.02% |
| June 29, 2026 | 223.0105 | -2.90% |
| May 24, 2026 | 229.6786 | +2.96% |
| April 24, 2026 | 223.0764 | +0.87% |
| March 25, 2026 | 221.1481 | -1.40% |
| February 23, 2026 | 224.2992 | +2.09% |
| January 24, 2026 | 219.7073 | +1.38% |
| December 25, 2025 | 216.7084 | +3.34% |
| November 25, 2025 | 209.7033 | +4.00% |
| October 26, 2025 | 201.6408 | +0.77% |
| September 26, 2025 | 200.0921 | – |
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 Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the UGX page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about UGX →How to convert South African Rand to Ugandan Shilling
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
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- See the UGX value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to UGX
How much is 1 South African Rand in Ugandan Shilling?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 241.8617 Ugandan Shilling (UGX). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Ugandan Shilling?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 24,186.17 UGX, based on a rate of 241.8617 UGX per ZAR.
How much is 1 Ugandan Shilling in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Ugandan Shilling (UGX) = 0.004135 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to UGX exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/UGX rate changed by +4.02%, ranging from 232.5144 to 242.6171. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 223.0105 to 242.6171 and changed by +8.04%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Ugandan Shilling?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Ugandan Shilling: 1 ZAR = 241.8617 UGX, and 1 UGX = 0.004135 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 UGX?
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.