Switch .com Best Exchange Rates .com Best Exchange Rates .com Best Exchange Rates
BER

AED to ZAR 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent United Arab Emirates dirham → rand forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest United Arab Emirates dirham to South African rand performance and trends.

 

Recent analyst forecasts and currency market updates indicate that the AED to ZAR exchange rate may be influenced by various economic and geopolitical developments in both regions. As of the latest data, the AED is trading at 4.9014, which is 1.8% below its three-month average of 4.9926, reflecting the volatility in the currency pair which has seen a range of 11.7% from 4.8214 to 5.3844.

Geopolitical tensions, particularly the military strikes by Israel on Iran, have raised oil prices and introduced market volatility that could favor the AED, known for its pegging to the dollar, which directly benefits from higher oil prices. Analysts suggest that these rising oil prices, currently at 77.01 USD marked at 14.3% above the three-month average of 67.35, could support the AED's value against the ZAR as the UAE capitalizes on its oil wealth amid regional instability.

Economic growth forecasts for the UAE remain optimistic, with the Arab Monetary Fund projecting a growth rate of 6.2% for 2025, driven by robust sectors like tourism and real estate. This growth outlook may bolster the AED further. However, recent reports of slowing growth in the UAE’s non-oil sector, which achieved its weakest performance in nearly four years, introduce concerns regarding sustained economic diversification.

On the ZAR front, analysts highlight that South Africa’s situation is precarious, particularly due to a 30% tariff imposed by the US as part of ongoing trade tensions. This development may dampen investor sentiment towards the ZAR, especially since South Africa relies heavily on foreign investment to address its large budget and current account deficits.

In summary, the AED's performance against the ZAR is currently shaped by a mix of supportive oil prices and positive economic indicators from the UAE, tempered by potential headwinds from regional instability and mixed economic signals from South Africa. As both currencies navigate through these influences, monitoring geopolitical developments, oil price fluctuations, and trade negotiations will be crucial for those engaged in international transactions.

AED-ZAR Rate Calculator

 
   
   
   
   
 
   
 
 

AED to ZAR Market Data

United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) to South African rand (ZAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
Sell AED   →   Buy ZAR
1 AED =
4.8659We compare provider deals to this wholesale mid-market rate. Read more
ZAR
+0.4%
AED to ZAR at 4.9212 is 1.4% below its 3-month average of 4.992, having traded in a quite volatile 11.7% range from 4.8214 to 5.3844
|
Tracker

Manage Tracker   


  1 ZAR = 0.2055 AED

Compare & Save - United Arab Emirates dirham to South African rand

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) to South African rand (ZAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our AED to ZAR calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on United Arab Emirates dirham to Rand currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the United Arab Emirates dirham rise against the South African rand?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the United Arab Emirates dirham vs South African rand current value is to look the AED/ZAR historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the AED to ZAR exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateAED/ZARPeriod
07 Jun 2025
4.8416
2 Week
23 Mar 2025
4.9583
3 Month
21 Jun 2024
4.8908
1 Year
22 Jun 2020
4.7077
5 Year
24 Jun 2015
3.3092
10 Year
26 Jun 2005
1.8252
20 Year
AED/ZAR historic rates

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

To help with this you can add AED/ZAR to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.

 
Track Rate
 

Manage Tracker   

 

Rather than requiring you to set a target rate, our Rate Alerts keep you informed of recent trends and movements of currency pairs.

Add rates to your Rate Tracker and select to receive an daily email (mon-fri) or when a rate is trending

 

Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more