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South African rand to West African CFA franc Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

South African rand to West African CFA franc Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the ZAR to XOF exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between ZAR and XOF from 2025-3-8 to 2026-02-25, making it easy to look up and reference.

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1 ZAR = 34.8961 XOF

00:30 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to West African CFA franc Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- XOF

00:30 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to West African CFA franc Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to XOF, 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
34.8961
34.8961
34.8961
34.8961
Low
34.8961
34.4574
34.2153
32.9418
Average
34.8961
34.6641
34.5916
33.9821

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

ZAR to XOF - Last 7 Days

ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-25
34.8961
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-24
34.7312
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-23
34.6499
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-22
34.7186
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-21
34.7167
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-20
34.4574
ZARZARXOFXOF
2026-02-19
34.5886

XOF to ZAR - Last 7 Days

XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-25
0.0287
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-24
0.0288
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-23
0.0289
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-22
0.0288
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-21
0.0288
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-20
0.029
XOFXOFZARZAR
2026-02-19
0.0289

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.

XOFXOF - West African CFA Franc

The CFA franc has been used by the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WEAM) member states since 1945 and is pegged to the euro. The XOF provides monetary stability for West African countries, facilitates trade and investment flows, and is an important tool for economic integration in the region.

  • Supporting unit:No auxiliary currency units
  • Denomination of banknotes:500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 Non-Lang
  • Reserve currency:No, the euro is the primary reserve currency.
  • Banknote material:Paper-based, featuring anti-counterfeiting characteristics.
  • Metal composition:Non-circulating coins
  • Currency symbol:CFA
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 140mm × 65mm
  • language:en
  • Main unit:
  • ISO code:XOF
  • Currency name:West African CFA franc
  • Exchange Rate System:Fixed exchange rate system (pegged to the euro)
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO)
  • Safe-haven currency:No, regional currency.
  • Coin denomination:Non-circulating coins
  • Countries of Use:Members of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (including Senegal, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, etc.)
  • Cross-border payment:XOF is pegged to the Euro at a fixed exchange rate, with international settlements depending on the Euro and the SWIFT network, making cross-border payments relatively stable.

FAQ

What is the relationship between South African rand to West African CFA franc exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the ZAR to XOF exchange rate. Differences in rates offered by banks or platforms may lead to significant differences in the final amount. It’s recommended to compare real-time rates and fees from several providers before making a decision.

What exchange rate indicators should be prioritized when making cross-border payments or settlements?

When conducting cross-border transactions, pay attention to real-time rates, the bid-ask spread, settlement fees, etc. Especially for large payments, even small differences in the ZAR to XOF exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the South African rand to West African CFA franc exchange rates so different across platforms?

Different banks or payment platforms use various pricing mechanisms. Some use mid-market rates; others add wider spreads, fees, and settlement times.tCauses you to see ZAR to XOF on Platform A as 7.10, while Platform B shows 7.02. Such differences can be significant for large transactions.

Is it necessary to check the historical trend of South African rand to West African CFA franc exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between ZAR and XOF, you can determine whether the current exchange rate is high or low, helping you decide whether to immediately remit, lock up the exchange, or delay the transaction to obtain a better price.

How to judge the trend of South African rand to West African CFA franc based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of ZAR to XOF over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means ZAR is appreciating and exchanging to XOF is more cost-effective; if downward, you may want to act quickly to exchange at a better rate.
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.