🇿🇦 Gold Rate Today in South Africa · Sunday, 01 November 2026
What is the gold rate in South Africa today?
Gold rate in South Africa today (1 November 2026): 24K gold is ZAR 64,628 per ounce and ZAR 2,078 per gram. 22K is ZAR 1,905 per gram.
Last updatedToday Gold Price in South Africa
| Yesterday | 64,629 |
| 30-day high | 69,726 |
| 30-day low | 64,525 |
| 30-day average | 67,743 |
Volatility: Moderate (1.13% daily) · 30-day change Down (-6.41%)
Gold Price by Weight in South Africa
| Weight | 24K | 22K |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | ZAR 2,078 | ZAR 1,905 |
| 2 Gram | ZAR 4,156 | ZAR 3,809 |
| 5 Gram | ZAR 10,389 | ZAR 9,523 |
| 8 Gram | ZAR 16,623 | ZAR 15,237 |
| 10 Gram | ZAR 20,778 | ZAR 19,047 |
| Ounce | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| 100 Gram | ZAR 207,783 | ZAR 190,468 |
| 1 Kg | ZAR 2,077,829 | ZAR 1,904,677 |
Gold Rate in South Africa Today (ZAR)
| Karat | Per Ounce | Per Gram | Per 10 Gram |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 2,078 | ZAR 20,778 |
| 22K | ZAR 59,242 | ZAR 1,905 | ZAR 19,047 |
| 18K | ZAR 48,471 | ZAR 1,558 | ZAR 15,584 |
| 9K | ZAR 24,235 | ZAR 779.19 | ZAR 7,792 |
Change since yesterday: Down (0.00%)
Estimated jeweller price in South Africa
Metal value plus VAT / GST (15%), per gram, before making charges. Your jeweller may quote differently.
| Karat | Gold value | Est. at a jeweller |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | ZAR 2,078 | ZAR 2,390 |
| 22K | ZAR 1,905 | ZAR 2,190 |
| 18K | ZAR 1,558 | ZAR 1,792 |
Popular gold coins & bars in South Africa
| Coin / bar | Gold content | Price today |
|---|---|---|
| Krugerrand 1 oz 22K, 1 oz of gold | 31.103 g | ZAR 64,626 |
| Krugerrand 1/10 oz 22K | 3.11 g | ZAR 6,463 |
| 1 oz gold bar 999.9 | 31.1 g | ZAR 64,621 |
| 100 g gold bar 999.9 | 99.99 g | ZAR 207,762 |
Price of the gold in each piece at today's rate. Dealers add a premium (usually 1–5% for coins, less for large bars).
Buying gold in South Africa: what to know
- The Krugerrand (1 oz of gold, 22K) is the best-known gold coin.
- Jewellery carries 15% VAT; ask your dealer how coins and bars are treated.
Rules and rates change — confirm with the tax authority or your jeweller before you buy.
Gold Price Chart — South Africa
Gold Price Performance — South Africa (per ounce)
| Period | Then | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days | ZAR 66,282 | -1,654 | -2.50% |
| 15 Days | ZAR 68,608 | -3,980 | -5.80% |
| 30 Days | ZAR 69,053 | -4,425 | -6.41% |
| 3 Months | ZAR 66,889 | -2,261 | -3.38% |
| 6 Months | ZAR 76,933 | -12,305 | -15.99% |
| 1 Year | ZAR 69,439 | -4,811 | -6.93% |
| 2 Years | ZAR 48,402 | +16,226 | +33.52% |
Gold in South Africa: what to know
Today's 24K gold price in South Africa is ZAR 2,078 per gram, unchanged from the previous day and down 6.41% over the last 30 days. In the last 30 days it has ranged from ZAR 2,075 to ZAR 2,242. The exchange rate used is 1 US dollar = 16.67 ZAR.
Gold Rate in South Africa Cities Today
8 cities| City | 24K / Ounce | 22K / Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Cape Town | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Durban | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Pretoria | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Port Elizabeth | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Bloemfontein | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| East London | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
| Polokwane | ZAR 64,628 | ZAR 59,242 |
Gold trades at one national rate in South Africa; jewellers in each city may add small local premiums and making charges.
Quick Answers
What is the Gold rate in South Africa today?
24K gold is ZAR 64,628 per ounce and ZAR 2,078 per gram today (01 Nov 2026).
How is the Gold price in South Africa calculated?
It is the international spot price converted to ZAR at today's exchange rate. Jewellery prices add making charges and any local taxes.
What units are used for gold here?
Common units in South Africa: Ounce = 31.1035 g, Gram = 1 g, 10 Gram = 10 g, Kg = 1,000 g.
What is the gold price in South Africa in Pakistani rupees?
24K gold in South Africa works out to about Rs 34,491 per gram, compared with Rs 35,010 in Pakistan (1.5% cheaper). This is the metal value only — local taxes, making charges and customs rules are extra.
Which gold karats are sold in South Africa?
Common karats in South Africa are 24K, 22K, 18K, 9K. 24K is the purest; lower karats are harder and cheaper per gram.
Do you show gold rates for cities in South Africa?
Yes — rates are available for Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, East London, Polokwane. Use the city links on this page.
