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ZAR to CNY Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the ZAR to CNY exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between ZAR and CNY from 2025-3-8 to 2026-09-29, making it easy to look up and reference.

Amount
Result

1 ZAR = 0.409238 CNY

02:30 Exchange Rate

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Currency pairZAR / CNY
Latest reference rate1 ZAR = 0.409238 CNY

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1 ZAR to CNY Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- CNY

02:30 Exchange Rate

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1 ZAR to CNY Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to CNY, including daily data over the past 1 day, 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days. It also marks the highest, lowest, and average rates during each period, helping you easily understand how the exchange rate has changed over time, which is useful for currency exchange, transfers, or investment decisions.

Time
Past 1 day
Past 15 day
Past 30 day
Past 90 day
High
0.409238
0.412827
0.420563
0.42175
Low
0.409238
0.409076
0.409076
0.402285
Average
0.409238
0.411369
0.41456
0.414039

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

Below are the daily average exchange rates of ZAR to CNY for the past 7 days, helping you track the trend during this period. We also provide exchange rate changes of CNY to ZAR, helping you understand fluctuations from different perspectives and better plan your currency exchange, transfers, or fund management.

ZAR to CNY - Last 7 Days

ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-29
0.409238
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-28
0.411946
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-27
0.411493
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-26
0.411493
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-25
0.409076
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-24
0.410074
ZARZARCNYCNY
2026-09-23
0.412827

CNY to ZAR - Last 7 Days

CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-29
2.443566
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-28
2.427503
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-27
2.430175
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-26
2.430175
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-25
2.444534
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-24
2.438584
CNYCNYZARZAR
2026-09-23
2.422322

ZARZAR - South African Rand

The rand was issued in 1961 with the establishment of the Republic of South Africa, replacing the South African pound. ZAR is the mainstay currency of the South African economy and is widely used in mining, manufacturing and financial services. As one of the most important currencies in Africa, the rand has a high liquidity in the international market.

  • Supporting unit:1 cent (1 rand = 100 cents)
  • Denomination of banknotes:10, 20, 50, 100, 200 Rand
  • Reserve currency:No, but it has a significant influence in the African region.
  • Banknote material:Paper-based, featuring various anti-counterfeiting designs.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, nickel-plated steel core alloy
  • Currency symbol:R
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 140mm × 70mm
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Rand
  • ISO code:ZAR
  • Currency name:South African Rand
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:South African Reserve Bank
  • Safe-haven currency:No, mainly emerging market currencies.
  • Coin denomination:5, 10, 20, 50 cents; 1, 2, 5 rand.
  • Countries of Use:South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe (partially used)
  • Cross-border payment:The rand is widely circulated in southern Africa, international payments are mostly conducted through the SWIFT network, and cross-border trade often settles in US dollars or euros.

CNYCNY - Chinese Yuan

The RMB was issued in 1948 when the People's Bank of China was established. It is the only legal currency in China. In recent years, the internationalization of the RMB has accelerated and it has been included in the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) basket of the International Monetary Fund. Its influence in cross-border trade, foreign exchange reserves and digital payments continues to rise.

  • Supporting unit:1 angle, 1 point
  • Denomination of banknotes:1 yuan, 5 yuan, 10 yuan, 20 yuan, 50 yuan, 100 yuan (taking the fifth series of the Renminbi as an example)
  • Reserve currency:Yes, the Renminbi is part of the IMF's Special Drawing Rights (SDR) currency basket.
  • Banknote material:Primarily composed of cotton lint pulp.
  • Metal composition:Aluminum alloy (early), stainless steel copper zinc alloy, steel core copper-plated alloy, steel core nickel-plated.
  • Currency symbol:¥
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 yuan
  • ISO code:CNY
  • Currency name:Renminbi
  • Exchange Rate System:Managed floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:People's Bank of China
  • Safe-haven currency:It has certain regional hedging functions but has not yet become a major global safe-haven currency.
  • Coin denomination:1 jiao, 5 jiao, 1 yuan
  • Countries of Use:The official currency in China is the Renminbi, and some countries and regions also accept Renminbi payments in trade.
  • Cross-border payment:The Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) has extended its clearing network to cover 25 countries and regions worldwide.

Major Currency Pairs of ZAR

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ZARZAR
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ZARZAR
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ZARZAR
XAFXAF
ZARZAR
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JPYJPY
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FAQ

Based on the historical patterns of ZAR to CNY, is now a good time to exchange?

To judge the timing for exchanging ZAR to CNY, one must compare current rates with the average over the past year or even five years. If the current ZAR rate is well above the historical average, it usually means ZAR is in a strong period, making it a good window for settlement into CNY. Conversely, if ZAR is at a historical low, it is recommended for exporters to hold ZAR in batches and avoid the troughs to minimize losses when converting to CNY.

What are the main reasons affecting the historical volatility of ZAR to CNY recently?

The core factor affecting the historical volatility of ZAR to CNY recently is the divergence in monetary policies between the two countries. When interest rate hikes are implemented, the attractiveness of ZAR tends to increase, leading to a significant rise in its historical exchange rate against CNY. Additionally, fluctuations in global trade data and inflation levels trigger safe-haven demand for ZAR, thereby intensifying the frequency of two-way volatility between ZAR and CNY.

Has ZAR experienced a sharp plunge against CNY before? How can I protect myself?

Historically, ZAR against CNY has indeed experienced violent fluctuations or even plunges due to policy shocks or economic crises. The best way to hedge against ZAR exchange rate risk is to analyze its historical volatility cycles and avoid betting on a one-sided market at a single high point. It is recommended to use batch settlement or forward locking tools to keep the volatility risk of ZAR to CNY within an acceptable trade cost range.

Is the current exchange rate of ZAR to CNY considered a historical high or low?

To evaluate the current level of ZAR to CNY, one must examine the currency pair's long-term trend chart. By comparing the peaks and troughs of the past five years, you can clearly see if ZAR is approaching a historical resistance level. If the current ZAR price has broken through highs from years ago, it indicates that ZAR is at an extreme high; exchanging ZAR to CNY now can often lock in more substantial trade profits than in previous years.

How accurate are the AI-predicted exchange rates for ZAR to CNY?

AI predictions for ZAR to CNY are trend references derived from historical big data and market sentiment models. While AI can capture the operational patterns of ZAR through algorithms, it is difficult to 100% predict sudden international political events or unexpected policy adjustments. Therefore, the predicted values for ZAR to CNY should serve as supplementary advice for settlement timing, rather than an absolute execution guarantee.

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Disclaimer: The exchange rate data on this page is collected from public sources for reference only. Due to frequent fluctuations, XTransfer cannot guarantee accuracy or timeliness. Please refer to the real-time quotes from banks, related institutions, or trading systems.