BTC / ZAR Live Price

1 BTC - Bitcoin South African Rand - ZAR

ZAR 1,564,660.00
24 Hour Change : ZAR 10,061.80
24 Hour Change % : 0.65%
24 Hour High : ZAR 1,572,400.00
24 Hour Low : ZAR 1,549,040.00
Market Cap : 31.22 Trillion ZAR
24 Hour Volume : 712.4 Billion ZAR
Available Supply : 19.96 Million BTC
Total Supply : 19.96 Million BTC
Country : South Africa
$1 USD : ZAR 17.11 ZAR

BTC/ZAR Intraday Chart

BTC/ZAR Historical Chart

BTC/ZAR - High, Low & Average

Period High
Change from Last		 Low
Change from Last		 Average
Change from Last
1 Day ZAR 1,559,440.00
+5,220.00		 ZAR 1,544,830.00
+19,830.00		 ZAR 1,554,599.00
+10,061.00
5 Days ZAR 1,588,220.00
-23,560.00		 ZAR 1,480,190.00
+84,470.00		 ZAR 1,546,158.92
+18,501.08
1 Month ZAR 1,931,440.00
-366,780.00		 ZAR 1,404,780.00
+159,880.00		 ZAR 1,677,711.65
-113,051.65
3 Month ZAR 2,167,640.00
-602,980.00		 ZAR 1,404,780.00
+159,880.00		 ZAR 1,873,874.43
-309,214.43
6 Month ZAR 2,198,090.00
-633,430.00		 ZAR 1,404,780.00
+159,880.00		 ZAR 1,932,614.77
-367,954.77
1 Year ZAR 2,198,090.00
-633,430.00		 ZAR 1,404,780.00
+159,880.00		 ZAR 1,841,001.68
-276,341.68

BTC/ZAR - Support & Resistance

Support Resistance
R1 ZAR 1,561,082.67 S1 ZAR 1,546,472.67
R2 ZAR 1,569,209.00 S2 ZAR 1,539,989.00
R3 ZAR 1,575,692.67 S3 ZAR 1,531,862.67

BTC/ZAR - Moving Averages

Period MA 20 MA 50 MA 100
5 Minutes ZAR 1,565,955.60 ZAR 1,562,884.18 ZAR 1,558,959.14
1 Hour ZAR 1,559,263.70 ZAR 1,559,263.70 ZAR 1,559,263.70
1 Day ZAR 1,602,400.70 ZAR 1,773,980.98 ZAR 1,883,230.39
1 Week ZAR 1,941,617.73 ZAR 1,840,755.95 ZAR 1,479,976.42

BTC/ZAR - Trading Signal

Period Signal
5 Minutes Buy
1 Hour Neutral
1 Day Sell
1 Week Buy

BTC/ZAR Live Price : Real-Time Bitcoin to South African Rand Chart & Data

Historical Bitcoin to South African Rand Price Movement

The BTC/ZAR currency pair represents Bitcoin’s valuation against the South African Rand (ZAR)

Historical Overview of BTC/ZAR Price Trends

2017–2019: Retail Adoption and Regulatory Observations

  • BTC/ZAR surged to ZAR 250,000 in 2017, following the global crypto bull run.
  • Retail investors, driven by speculative interest, flocked to Bitcoin via local exchanges like Luno and VALR.
  • The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) initiated exploratory studies on digital currencies and blockchain applications.

2020–2021: Bull Market and Institutional Attention

  • BTC/ZAR climbed to ZAR 1.2 million by late 2021 during Bitcoin’s global bull run.
  • South African hedge funds and family offices began considering Bitcoin for portfolio diversification.
  • The Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group (IFWG) released a policy paper outlining preliminary crypto-asset regulations.

2022: Market Correction and Regulatory Tightening

  • BTC/ZAR corrected to ZAR 950,000 in line with the global crypto downturn.
  • SARB issued guidelines to license crypto asset service providers (CASPs), emphasizing AML/KYC compliance.
  • Bitcoin remained popular for cross-border remittances, especially to neighboring Zimbabwe and Mozambique.

2023: Stabilization and Licensing Framework

  • BTC/ZAR stabilized around ZAR 1.05 million as regulatory clarity improved market sentiments.
  • SARB rolled out a licensing framework for CASPs, ensuring greater consumer protection and institutional participation.
  • Fintech startups expanded Bitcoin payment solutions for e-commerce and retail sectors.

2024–2025 (YTD): Halving Rally and Institutional Integration

  • Post-2024 Bitcoin halving, BTC/ZAR surged to a record high of ZAR 1.75 million.
  • As of April 2025, BTC/ZAR consolidates between ZAR 1.7 million–1.75 million.
  • South Africa’s financial regulators are working on comprehensive crypto taxation policies to streamline institutional adoption.

BTC/ZAR Yearly Comparison Table

YearAvg. Price (ZAR)Year HighYear LowAnnual PerformanceMarket Factors
2017ZAR 220,000ZAR 250,000ZAR 140,000✅ Retail-driven surgeSpeculative demand
2021ZAR 1.15 millionZAR 1.2 millionZAR 700,000✅ Bull run peakInstitutional attention
2022ZAR 950,000ZAR 1 millionZAR 900,000❌ Correction phaseRegulatory tightening
2023ZAR 1.03 millionZAR 1.05 millionZAR 1 million✅ StabilizationLicensing frameworks
2025*ZAR 1.725 millionZAR 1.75 millionZAR 1.7 million✅ Halving momentumInstitutional integration

Key Factors Driving BTC/ZAR Valuation

  • Currency Volatility Hedge – Bitcoin serves as a store of value amidst Rand depreciation and inflationary pressures.
  • Progressive Regulation – SARB’s clear crypto policies foster a stable environment for Bitcoin trading and investments.
  • Remittance Use-Cases – Bitcoin offers an efficient cross-border transfer method, especially to economically linked neighbors.
  • Institutional Interest – South African financial institutions are increasingly integrating Bitcoin into their offerings.
  • Fintech Ecosystem – A robust fintech scene accelerates Bitcoin adoption in payments, remittances, and investments.

BTC/ZAR Market Structure Insights (2025)

  • SARB-licensed exchanges provide secure and regulated platforms for Bitcoin trading.
  • Fintech firms are enhancing Bitcoin payment acceptance in retail and e-commerce sectors.
  • Tax policies under development will further legitimize Bitcoin investments across institutional portfolios.
  • South Africa’s position as Africa’s crypto leader amplifies Bitcoin’s visibility and adoption on the continent.

BTC/ZAR Live Price : Real-Time Bitcoin to South African Rand Chart & Data

Historical Bitcoin to South African Rand Price Movement

The BTC/ZAR currency pair represents Bitcoin’s valuation against the South African Rand (ZAR)

Historical Overview of BTC/ZAR Price Trends

2017–2019: Retail Adoption and Regulatory Observations

  • BTC/ZAR surged to ZAR 250,000 in 2017, following the global crypto bull run.
  • Retail investors, driven by speculative interest, flocked to Bitcoin via local exchanges like Luno and VALR.
  • The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) initiated exploratory studies on digital currencies and blockchain applications.

2020–2021: Bull Market and Institutional Attention

  • BTC/ZAR climbed to ZAR 1.2 million by late 2021 during Bitcoin’s global bull run.
  • South African hedge funds and family offices began considering Bitcoin for portfolio diversification.
  • The Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group (IFWG) released a policy paper outlining preliminary crypto-asset regulations.

2022: Market Correction and Regulatory Tightening

  • BTC/ZAR corrected to ZAR 950,000 in line with the global crypto downturn.
  • SARB issued guidelines to license crypto asset service providers (CASPs), emphasizing AML/KYC compliance.
  • Bitcoin remained popular for cross-border remittances, especially to neighboring Zimbabwe and Mozambique.

2023: Stabilization and Licensing Framework

  • BTC/ZAR stabilized around ZAR 1.05 million as regulatory clarity improved market sentiments.
  • SARB rolled out a licensing framework for CASPs, ensuring greater consumer protection and institutional participation.
  • Fintech startups expanded Bitcoin payment solutions for e-commerce and retail sectors.

2024–2025 (YTD): Halving Rally and Institutional Integration

  • Post-2024 Bitcoin halving, BTC/ZAR surged to a record high of ZAR 1.75 million.
  • As of April 2025, BTC/ZAR consolidates between ZAR 1.7 million–1.75 million.
  • South Africa’s financial regulators are working on comprehensive crypto taxation policies to streamline institutional adoption.

BTC/ZAR Yearly Comparison Table

YearAvg. Price (ZAR)Year HighYear LowAnnual PerformanceMarket Factors
2017ZAR 220,000ZAR 250,000ZAR 140,000✅ Retail-driven surgeSpeculative demand
2021ZAR 1.15 millionZAR 1.2 millionZAR 700,000✅ Bull run peakInstitutional attention
2022ZAR 950,000ZAR 1 millionZAR 900,000❌ Correction phaseRegulatory tightening
2023ZAR 1.03 millionZAR 1.05 millionZAR 1 million✅ StabilizationLicensing frameworks
2025*ZAR 1.725 millionZAR 1.75 millionZAR 1.7 million✅ Halving momentumInstitutional integration

Key Factors Driving BTC/ZAR Valuation

  • Currency Volatility Hedge – Bitcoin serves as a store of value amidst Rand depreciation and inflationary pressures.
  • Progressive Regulation – SARB’s clear crypto policies foster a stable environment for Bitcoin trading and investments.
  • Remittance Use-Cases – Bitcoin offers an efficient cross-border transfer method, especially to economically linked neighbors.
  • Institutional Interest – South African financial institutions are increasingly integrating Bitcoin into their offerings.
  • Fintech Ecosystem – A robust fintech scene accelerates Bitcoin adoption in payments, remittances, and investments.

BTC/ZAR Market Structure Insights (2025)

  • SARB-licensed exchanges provide secure and regulated platforms for Bitcoin trading.
  • Fintech firms are enhancing Bitcoin payment acceptance in retail and e-commerce sectors.
  • Tax policies under development will further legitimize Bitcoin investments across institutional portfolios.
  • South Africa’s position as Africa’s crypto leader amplifies Bitcoin’s visibility and adoption on the continent.