Historic South African rand United States dollar

South African rand united states dollar history for March 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.053469 (12/03/2024) and the lowest 0.053901 (12/03/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.81.

ZAR USD average rate for March 2024 is 0.05294, the change between 01/03/2024 and 31/03/2024 is -3.12 %.

01 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0521 USD
02 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0523 USD
03 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0524 USD
04 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0524 USD
05 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0525 USD
06 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0528 USD
07 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0533 USD
08 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0536 USD
09 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0534 USD
10 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0534 USD
11 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0532 USD
12 March 20241 ZAR = 0.0538 USD

23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.

15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic stability.

09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low

The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.

01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence

The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.

27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections

The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.

01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization

The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.