AFN to ZAR Exchange Rate - Convert Afghan afghani to South African Rand

Converting from Afghan Afghani (AFN) to South African Rand (ZAR)

What is Afghan Afghani (AFN)

The Afghan Afghani (AFN) is the official currency of Afghanistan, introduced in 2002. It replaced the previous currency, which suffered from severe inflation and devaluation. The Afghani is subdivided into 100 puls, but due to very low values, the puls is seldom used in everyday transactions.

The symbol for the Afghani is "؋", and it is often represented in financial contexts by using the abbreviation "AFN." The currency has faced numerous challenges, including political instability, economic difficulties, and the impacts of war. Consequently, the value of the Afghani can be quite volatile, making it important for traders and businesses to stay updated on exchange rates when converting to other currencies.

In everyday life, the Afghani is used for transactions, purchases, and savings within Afghanistan. It is important to note that when engaging in foreign currency exchanges, the value of the Afghani can vary greatly depending on market conditions, which can affect how much one receives when converting to another currency like the South African Rand.

What is South African Rand (ZAR)

The South African Rand (ZAR) serves as the official currency of South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Namibia. Introduced in 1961 to replace the South African pound, the Rand is known for its stability compared to several other currencies, particularly in the region. The symbol for the Rand is "R," and it is subdivided into 100 cents.

In international finance, the currency is denoted by the abbreviation "ZAR" which comes from the Dutch name “Zuid-Afrikaanse rand.” The Rand is often regarded as a benchmark currency in Africa due to the nation’s diversified economy, which includes mining, manufacturing, and services.

The value of the Rand can be influenced by several factors such as political events, trade relationships, and global market conditions. Exchanges rates fluctuate, and it is crucial for individuals and businesses to keep an eye on the current rates when engaging in currency conversion.

Converting from AFN to ZAR involves understanding the exchange rate, which can be expressed mathematically. This is important for accurate conversions:

Amount in ZAR = Amount in AFN × AFN to ZAR Exchange Rate

For example, if you have 1,000 AFN and the exchange rate is 0.20 ZAR for 1 AFN, the conversion to South African Rand would look like this:

Amount in ZAR = 1000 × 0.20 = 200 ZAR

Understanding both currencies, their features, and their economic contexts can greatly assist anyone looking to conduct business or travel between Afghanistan and South Africa.

Afghan afghani to South African Rand conversion table

AFN to ZAR conversion table

Afghan afghani (AFN)South African Rand (ZAR)
1 AFN0.26048800095 ZAR
2 AFN0.5209760019 ZAR
3 AFN0.78146400285 ZAR
4 AFN1.0419520038 ZAR
5 AFN1.30244000475 ZAR
6 AFN1.5629280057 ZAR
7 AFN1.82341600665 ZAR
8 AFN2.08390400761 ZAR
9 AFN2.34439200856 ZAR
10 AFN2.60488000951 ZAR
100 AFN26.04880009507 ZAR
200 AFN52.09760019013 ZAR
300 AFN78.1464002852 ZAR
400 AFN104.19520038027 ZAR
500 AFN130.24400047534 ZAR
600 AFN156.2928005704 ZAR
700 AFN182.34160066547 ZAR
800 AFN208.39040076054 ZAR
900 AFN234.4392008556 ZAR
1 000 AFN260.48800095067 ZAR
2 000 AFN520.97600190134 ZAR
5 000 AFN1 302.44000475335 ZAR
10 000 AFN2 604.8800095067 ZAR
20 000 AFN5 209.76001901341 ZAR
50 000 AFN13 024.40004753352 ZAR
100 000 AFN26 048.80009506704 ZAR
Last updated May 14, 2025 at 03:55 PM