24K Rs 29,905/tola ▲ 0.17%22K Rs 27,414/tola ▲ 0.17%21K Rs 26,167/tola ▲ 0.17%18K Rs 22,429/tola ▲ 0.17%Updated Today, 11:47 AM PKT · Sarafa market open24K Rs 29,905/tola ▲ 0.17%22K Rs 27,414/tola ▲ 0.17%21K Rs 26,167/tola ▲ 0.17%18K Rs 22,429/tola ▲ 0.17%Updated Today, 11:47 AM PKT · Sarafa market open
Live ZAR Rates · Updated Daily

Gold Rate in South Africa Today

Track today's 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold prices per tola, gram and ounce in South African Rand (ZAR) — sourced and converted from international bullion benchmarks.

Sarafa Market Open Last updated: Today, 11:47 AM PKT ▲ Up 0.17% today

24K Gold

Per Tola
ZAR 29,905
ZAR 2,564 / gram

22K Gold

Per Tola
ZAR 27,414
ZAR 2,350 / gram

21K Gold

Per Tola
ZAR 26,167
ZAR 2,243 / gram

18K Gold

Per Tola
ZAR 22,429
ZAR 1,923 / gram
International Benchmark

Live Gold Spot Price (XAU/USD)

This chart streams the live international gold spot price in US Dollars per ounce, powered by TradingView. Our PKR rates above are converted from this benchmark using the current USD/PKR exchange rate — see our disclaimer for details on how local Sarafa rates may vary.

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Today's Rates

Gold Price Table — South Africa (ZAR)

Full breakdown of today's gold rates across all common purities in South African Rand.

Gold rates in South Africa (ZAR)
Purity Per Tola (11.66g) Per 10 Grams Per Gram
24K Gold ZAR 29,905 ZAR 25,639 ZAR 2,564
22K Gold ZAR 27,414 ZAR 23,503 ZAR 2,350
21K Gold ZAR 26,167 ZAR 22,434 ZAR 2,243
18K Gold ZAR 22,429 ZAR 19,229 ZAR 1,923
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South African Gold (ZAR)

As a major producer, South Africa has deep local bullion culture. Johannesburg and Cape Town dealers quote ZAR from USD spot and rand volatility — currency swings often dominate local price headlines.

Krugerrand coins trade near spot plus modest premiums and are a common retail investment vehicle.

South Africa Notes

Rand weakness can raise local gold even when dollar spot is unchanged. Jewellery purities include 18K and 9K in addition to investment bullion.

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Historical Context

History of Gold Price Hikes in South Africa

Historically, gold has served as a cornerstone of wealth preservation in South Africa. During times of global economic uncertainty and inflation affecting the ZAR, local demand for physical gold often surges. This increased demand typically drives local gold rates to premium levels above the international spot price, making gold a crucial asset for hedging against economic volatility in South Africa. The history of gold price hikes here mirrors global financial crises, with significant jumps during the 2008 financial crisis, the 2020 pandemic, and recent inflationary periods.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Gold Rate in South Africa

What is the gold rate in South Africa today?

Today's live 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold rates in South Africa are in the table above, converted from international spot into ZAR per tola and per gram.

How is the gold price in South Africa calculated?

We convert the global XAU/USD benchmark using the ZAR exchange rate, then apply standard karat purity factors. Local shops may add taxes, making charges or coin premiums.

Where can I see silver rates for South Africa?

See /silver-rate-in-south-africa/ for live XAG/ZAR conversions.

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Disclaimer: The gold and silver rates provided on this website are aggregated from various local bullion markets and Sarafa Associations across Pakistan. While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, these prices are indicative and subject to continuous market fluctuations. They do not include making charges, local taxes, or dealer commissions. We recommend verifying the final price with your local jeweller before making any transaction.