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AUD to ZAR 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent aussie → rand forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest Australian dollar to South African rand performance and trends.

 

Bias: bearish-to-range-bound, as AUD/ZAR sits below its 90-day average and in the lower half of the three-month range.

Key drivers:

  • Rate gap: The RBA's potential tightening in 2026 contrasts with SARB's easing, which historically supports the AUD versus the ZAR.
  • Risk/commodities: Oil is trading above its longer-term average with notable volatility; a sustained lift in oil tends to support the rand’s income flow, helping ZAR, but volatility keeps gains modest.
  • One macro factor: China's softer inflation reading points to subdued demand for Australian exports, weighing on the AUD.

Range: the pair is expected to drift within the recent band, staying near the lower end unless fresh drivers push it toward the middle.

What could change it:

  • Upside risk: stronger Australian data or a hawkish RBA stance could push AUD higher against ZAR.
  • Downside risk: softer Chinese data or renewed risk-off sentiment could push AUD lower against ZAR.

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AUD to ZAR Market Data

Australian dollar (AUD) to South African rand (ZAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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AUD to ZAR at 11.00 is 1.7% below its 3-month average of 11.19, having traded in a very stable 3.5% range from 10.99 to 11.37
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  1 ZAR = 0.090735 AUD

Compare & Save - Australian dollar to South African rand

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare Australian dollar (AUD) to South African rand (ZAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our AUD 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 Aussie to Rand currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the Australian dollar 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 Australian dollar vs South African rand current value is to look the AUD/ZAR historic rate and change over a range of periods.

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

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 AUD/ZAR to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.

 
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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