Which countries use the South African rand?
The South African rand (ZAR R) is the official currency of 5 countries and territories.
| Country or territory | Capital | Population |
|---|---|---|
 Eswatini | Lobamba | 1,256,174 |
 Lesotho | Maseru | 2,363,325 |
 Namibia | Windhoek | 3,092,816 |
 South Africa | Pretoria | 64,747,319 |
 Zimbabwe | Harare | 16,950,795 |
Frequently asked questions
How many countries use the South African rand?
The South African rand (ZAR) is used by 5 countries and territories: Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe.
What is the symbol for the South African rand?
The symbol for the South African rand is R, and its three-letter currency code is ZAR.
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Currency data from open datasets (ISO 4217). Full sources on the data page.