The South African rand is the currency of South Africa. The banknotes are printed on paper material. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is responsible for issuing the South African banknotes. South African rands feature the former President Nelson Mandela on the front of the currency and various animals native to South Africa, known as the “big five”, on the back of the banknote. The “big five” include the rhinoceros, elephant, lion, buffalo, and leopard.