BTC / ZAR Live Price

1 BTC - Bitcoin South African Rand - ZAR

ZAR 1,409,440.00
24 Hour Change : ZAR 18,093.10
24 Hour Change % : 1.3%
24 Hour High : ZAR 1,431,270.00
24 Hour Low : ZAR 1,383,530.00
Market Cap : 28.16 Trillion ZAR
24 Hour Volume : 711.79 Billion ZAR
Available Supply : 19.98 Million BTC
Total Supply : 19.98 Million BTC
Country : South Africa
$1 USD : ZAR 16.09 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 1,432,110.00
-22,670.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,391,345.65
+18,094.35
5 Days ZAR 1,474,580.00
-65,140.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,433,978.46
-24,538.46
1 Month ZAR 1,605,300.00
-195,860.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,493,038.78
-83,598.78
3 Month ZAR 1,996,780.00
-587,340.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,578,561.47
-169,121.47
6 Month ZAR 2,167,640.00
-758,200.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,791,824.10
-382,384.10
1 Year ZAR 2,198,090.00
-788,650.00		 ZAR 1,383,530.00
+25,910.00		 ZAR 1,790,563.04
-381,123.04

BTC/ZAR - Support & Resistance

Support Resistance
R1 ZAR 1,421,127.10 S1 ZAR 1,372,547.10
R2 ZAR 1,439,925.65 S2 ZAR 1,342,765.65
R3 ZAR 1,469,707.10 S3 ZAR 1,323,967.10

BTC/ZAR - Moving Averages

Period MA 20 MA 50 MA 100
5 Minutes ZAR 1,395,340.15 ZAR 1,395,886.69 ZAR 1,409,916.09
1 Hour ZAR 1,411,627.48 ZAR 1,411,627.48 ZAR 1,411,627.48
1 Day ZAR 1,503,545.03 ZAR 1,494,045.20 ZAR 1,606,358.10
1 Week ZAR 1,715,246.25 ZAR 1,781,053.43 ZAR 1,536,386.54

BTC/ZAR - Trading Signal

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

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.