1 ZAR to XAF1 South African Rand = 35.2316 CFA Franc BEAC
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 35.2316 CFA Franc BEAC (XAF35.2316) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 35.2316 XAF. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to XAF rate rose 0.43% (high 35.3897 on September 5, 2026, low 34.8613 on September 11, 2026, average 35.1157). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to XAF rate rose 1.07% (high 35.3897 on September 5, 2026, low 34.2577 on July 25, 2026, average 34.9736).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to CFA Franc BEAC
1 ZAR = XAF35.2316 XAF
1 XAF = R0.02838 ZAR
- 30-day change
- +0.43%
- 90-day high
- 35.3897
- 90-day low
- 34.2577
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to CFA Franc BEAC
| ZAR | XAF |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | XAF35.2316 XAF |
| R5 ZAR | XAF176.1581 XAF |
| R10 ZAR | XAF352.3162 XAF |
| R25 ZAR | XAF880.7905 XAF |
| R50 ZAR | XAF1,761.58 XAF |
| R100 ZAR | XAF3,523.16 XAF |
| R500 ZAR | XAF17,615.81 XAF |
| R1,000 ZAR | XAF35,231.62 XAF |
| R5,000 ZAR | XAF176,158.11 XAF |
| R10,000 ZAR | XAF352,316.22 XAF |
Convert CFA Franc BEAC to South African Rand
| XAF | ZAR |
|---|---|
| XAF1 XAF | R0.02838 ZAR |
| XAF5 XAF | R0.1419 ZAR |
| XAF10 XAF | R0.2838 ZAR |
| XAF25 XAF | R0.7096 ZAR |
| XAF50 XAF | R1.4192 ZAR |
| XAF100 XAF | R2.8384 ZAR |
| XAF500 XAF | R14.1918 ZAR |
| XAF1,000 XAF | R28.3836 ZAR |
| XAF5,000 XAF | R141.918 ZAR |
| XAF10,000 XAF | R283.8359 ZAR |
ZAR to XAF exchange rate history
ZAR to XAF – last 90 days
ZAR to XAF – last 12 months
ZAR to XAF exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 34.2577 and 35.3897 CFA Franc BEAC, averaging 34.9736. The ZAR/XAF rate is up 1.07% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to XAF rate was 35.3897 (September 5, 2026) and the lowest was 32.2449 (September 25, 2025). The rate is up 9.26% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the CFA Franc BEAC.
| Date | 1 ZAR in XAF | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 35.0883 | +0.18% |
| August 30, 2026 | 35.0252 | +1.49% |
| July 31, 2026 | 34.5105 | -1.29% |
| June 28, 2026 | 34.9605 | +1.77% |
| May 23, 2026 | 34.3519 | +1.42% |
| April 23, 2026 | 33.8713 | +1.35% |
| March 24, 2026 | 33.419 | -3.76% |
| February 22, 2026 | 34.7239 | +0.19% |
| January 23, 2026 | 34.6565 | +4.00% |
| December 24, 2025 | 33.3228 | +1.73% |
| November 24, 2025 | 32.757 | +0.64% |
| October 25, 2025 | 32.5497 | +0.95% |
| September 25, 2025 | 32.2449 | – |
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 CFA Franc BEAC (XAF) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the XAF page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about XAF →How to convert South African Rand to CFA Franc BEAC
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
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- See the XAF value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to XAF
How much is 1 South African Rand in CFA Franc BEAC?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 35.2316 CFA Franc BEAC (XAF). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in CFA Franc BEAC?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 3,523.16 XAF, based on a rate of 35.2316 XAF per ZAR.
How much is 1 CFA Franc BEAC in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 CFA Franc BEAC (XAF) = 0.02838 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to XAF exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/XAF rate changed by +0.43%, ranging from 34.8613 to 35.3897. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 34.2577 to 35.3897 and changed by +1.07%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the CFA Franc BEAC?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the CFA Franc BEAC: 1 ZAR = 35.2316 XAF, and 1 XAF = 0.02838 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 XAF?
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.