As countries in Africa and their economies continue to evolve, some currencies remain notably stronger than others in terms of exchange rate value.
The latest data for 2026 highlights the ten African currencies with the highest value, reflecting economic stability, trade influence, and monetary policy in their respective countries.
1. Tunisia – 2.86 Tunisian Dinar
The Tunisian Dinar is the strongest currency in Africa in 2026, reflecting Tunisia’s relatively stable economic conditions and strong trade position in North Africa.
2. Libya – 6.31 Libyan Dinar
The Libyan Dinar is the official currency of Libya, used widely across the country despite economic challenges following years of instability.
3. Morocco – 9.01 Moroccan Dirham
The Moroccan Dirham supports a stable economy driven by tourism, agriculture, and phosphate exports.
4. Ghana – 10.84 Ghanaian Cedi
Ghana’s Cedi is central to West Africa’s economy, with the country being a major exporter of gold and cocoa.
5. Botswana – 13.05 Botswana Pula
The Pula, meaning “rain” in Setswana, symbolizes wealth and stability in Botswana’s diamond-driven economy.
6. Seychelles – 13.90 Seychellois Rupee
The Seychellois Rupee is the official currency of the island nation, bolstered by a tourism-focused economy.
7. Eritrea – 15.00 Eritrean Nakfa
The Eritrean Nakfa, in use since 1997, reflects the country’s efforts to maintain monetary independence.
8. South Africa – 15.87 South African Rand
The South African Rand is widely used across southern Africa and plays a major role in the regional trade economy.
9. Eswatini – 15.90 Swazi Lilangeni
The Lilangeni, pegged to the South African Rand, serves as Eswatini’s official currency and symbolizes economic cooperation in the region.
10. Lesotho – 15.90 Lesotho Lot
The Lesotho Lot, also tied to the Rand, is used alongside it and supports Lesotho’s local trade and monetary policy.
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