1 ZAR to ZWL1 South African Rand = 19.8218 Zimbabwean Dollar
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 19.8218 Zimbabwean Dollar (ZWL19.8218) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 19.8218 ZWL. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to ZWL rate fell 99.52% (high 4,196.04 on September 8, 2026, low 19.8218 on September 21, 2026, average 3,755.67). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to ZWL rate fell 99.51% (high 4,196.04 on September 8, 2026, low 19.8218 on September 21, 2026, average 3,963.10).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Zimbabwean Dollar
1 ZAR = ZWL19.8218 ZWL
1 ZWL = R0.05045 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -99.52%
- 90-day high
- 4,196.04
- 90-day low
- 19.8218
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Zimbabwean Dollar
| ZAR | ZWL |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | ZWL19.8218 ZWL |
| R5 ZAR | ZWL99.1092 ZWL |
| R10 ZAR | ZWL198.2184 ZWL |
| R25 ZAR | ZWL495.546 ZWL |
| R50 ZAR | ZWL991.092 ZWL |
| R100 ZAR | ZWL1,982.18 ZWL |
| R500 ZAR | ZWL9,910.92 ZWL |
| R1,000 ZAR | ZWL19,821.84 ZWL |
| R5,000 ZAR | ZWL99,109.20 ZWL |
| R10,000 ZAR | ZWL198,218.40 ZWL |
Convert Zimbabwean Dollar to South African Rand
| ZWL | ZAR |
|---|---|
| ZWL1 ZWL | R0.05045 ZAR |
| ZWL5 ZWL | R0.2522 ZAR |
| ZWL10 ZWL | R0.5045 ZAR |
| ZWL25 ZWL | R1.2612 ZAR |
| ZWL50 ZWL | R2.5225 ZAR |
| ZWL100 ZWL | R5.0449 ZAR |
| ZWL500 ZWL | R25.2247 ZAR |
| ZWL1,000 ZWL | R50.4494 ZAR |
| ZWL5,000 ZWL | R252.247 ZAR |
| ZWL10,000 ZWL | R504.494 ZAR |
ZAR to ZWL exchange rate history
ZAR to ZWL – last 90 days
ZAR to ZWL – last 12 months
ZAR to ZWL exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 19.8218 and 4,196.04 Zimbabwean Dollar, averaging 3,963.10. The ZAR/ZWL rate is down 99.51% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to ZWL rate was 4,196.04 (September 8, 2026) and the lowest was 19.4721 (April 23, 2026). The rate is down 99.48% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has lost value against the Zimbabwean Dollar.
| Date | 1 ZAR in ZWL | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 4,092.47 | -0.11% |
| August 30, 2026 | 4,097.03 | +1.49% |
| July 31, 2026 | 4,037.00 | -0.81% |
| June 28, 2026 | 4,070.09 | +1.75% |
| May 23, 2026 | 4,000.28 | +20443.70% |
| April 23, 2026 | 19.4721 | -99.48% |
| March 24, 2026 | 3,735.57 | -6.18% |
| February 22, 2026 | 3,981.72 | +0.23% |
| January 23, 2026 | 3,972.39 | +1.78% |
| December 24, 2025 | 3,902.82 | +3.34% |
| November 24, 2025 | 3,776.85 | -1.37% |
| October 25, 2025 | 3,829.27 | -0.27% |
| September 25, 2025 | 3,839.77 | – |
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 Zimbabwean Dollar (ZWL) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the ZWL page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about ZWL →How to convert South African Rand to Zimbabwean Dollar
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and ZWL as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the ZWL value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to ZWL
How much is 1 South African Rand in Zimbabwean Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 19.8218 Zimbabwean Dollar (ZWL). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Zimbabwean Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 1,982.18 ZWL, based on a rate of 19.8218 ZWL per ZAR.
How much is 1 Zimbabwean Dollar in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Zimbabwean Dollar (ZWL) = 0.05045 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to ZWL exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/ZWL rate changed by -99.52%, ranging from 19.8218 to 4,196.04. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 19.8218 to 4,196.04 and changed by -99.51%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Zimbabwean Dollar?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Zimbabwean Dollar: 1 ZAR = 19.8218 ZWL, and 1 ZWL = 0.05045 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 ZWL?
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.