How to Buy Wormhole Token (W) in South Africa
What is Wormhole Token (W)?
Wormhole (W) is the native token of the Wormhole platform—a cross-chain messaging protocol that enables seamless interoperability between multiple blockchain networks. Launched to support governance, staking, and incentivisation within the Wormhole ecosystem, the W token plays a central role in the platform’s mission to build the infrastructure for multi-chain decentralised applications.
Backed by a wide range of integrations across Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and other major chains, Wormhole facilitates asset transfers, data sharing, and cross-chain communication between protocols. The W token was launched in 2024 with a total supply of 10 billion, with progressive unlocks aligned with community participation and development goals.
As the Wormhole network continues to expand, the W token provides holders with access to governance, staking rewards, and the ability to participate in the future direction of one of crypto’s leading interoperability protocols.
How much is 1 Wormhole (W) Token in South African rands?
As of today, 1 W = 0.000000 South African Rands (ZAR).
Market data last updated: Jun 11, 2025, 4:00 AM (GMT)
How to Buy Wormhole (W) in South Africa
The easiest way to buy Wormhole Token (W) using South African Rands (ZAR) is through VALR, one of Africa’s largest crypto exchanges. You can buy W using:
Repeat Orders (for automated recurring buys)
Spot Trading on the W/USDT pair
Follow these quick steps to get started:
Step 1: Log into Your VALR Account
Start by signing into your VALR account through the website or the VALR app. If you don’t have a VALR account, you can create one here. The verification process is quick and straightforward, taking only a few minutes.
Step 2: Fund Your VALR Account with ZAR
Next, deposit ZAR into your VALR account using a South African bank account or credit/debit card.
For bank transfers:
Go to your ZAR Wallet and select "Deposit."
Choose the "Via EFT" method.
Select your bank and use the displayed VALR banking details along with your unique VR reference number to transfer Rands to your VALR account. Make sure to use your unique VR reference number as the beneficiary reference when making the transaction.
For credit/debit cards:
Select the "Deposit" menu after choosing "Wallet" and "ZAR" on the website or app.
Opt for the "Via Credit or Debit Card" option.
Enter your card details on the next page. Note that only 3D Secure-enabled cards are accepted, with a rolling 24-hour card limit of 10,000 ZAR.
Step 3: Buy W on VALR
Once your ZAR funds are available, you can purchase W using the Simple Buy/Sell feature, set up a repeat order, or trade on the spot market.
1. Simple Buy/Sell:
Navigate to “Buy/Sell” on the app or website.
Select Wormhole (W) as the crypto, ZAR as the payment currency
Enter your purchase amount and complete the transaction instantly
2. Set Up a Repeat Buy
Want to stack W regularly?
Go to Buy > Repeat Orders
Choose how much W you want to buy, how often (daily, weekly), and for how long
Confirm your settings to automate recurring purchases
3. Trade W on VALR’s Spot Market
Head to the W/USDT trading pair in the Pro Trading section
Choose your order type (Market, Limit, Stop-Limit), enter the desired amount, and execute your trade
For margin trading, enable spot margin for W/USDT and trade with up to 5x leverage (only for advanced traders).
Ready to get started? Log into VALR or create an account today to buy Wormhole Token (W) easily and securely in South Africa.
Common ZAR to W Conversions
| Amount (ZAR) | W Amount as of MMM XX, YYYY at HH:MM (GMT) |
|---|---|
| 5 | X.XXXXXX |
| 10 | X.XXXXXX |
| 25 | X.XXXXXX |
| 50 | X.XXXXXX |
| 100 | X.XXXXXX |
| 500 | X.XXXXXX |
| 1,000 | X.XXXXXX |
| 5,000 | X.XXXXXX |
| 10,000 | X.XXXXXX |
| 25,000 | X.XXXXXX |
| 50,000 | X.XXXXXX |
Risk Disclosure
Trading or investing in crypto assets is risky and may result in the loss of capital as the value may fluctuate.
VALR (Pty) Ltd is a licensed financial services provider (FSP #53308).
