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ZAR to USD 2026 Forecasts

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

 

The ZAR to USD exchange rate is currently range-bound.

Key drivers include a growing interest rate differential as the South African Reserve Bank eases rates while the Federal Reserve hints at more rate cuts. Increased global commodity prices contribute to positive sentiment toward the ZAR. Additionally, South Africa's projected economic growth of 1.4% for 2026 is seen as supportive for the local currency.

In the near term, the ZAR is expected to trade within a relatively stable range as it sits at 90-day highs, approximately 3.6% above its three-month average.

Upside risks could stem from stronger-than-expected economic performance in South Africa or inflation remaining well-controlled. Conversely, downside risks may arise from geopolitical tensions or a quicker-than-anticipated pace of rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, which could weaken the USD further.

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ZAR to USD Market Data

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

 
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ZAR to USD at 0.060588 is 3.4% above its 3-month average of 0.058593, having traded in a relatively stable 6.3% range from 0.057028 to 0.060644
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  1 USD = 16.47 ZAR

Compare & Save - South African rand to US dollar

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

Use our ZAR to USD 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 Rand to Dollar currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the South African rand rise against the US dollar?

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

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

DateZAR/USDPeriod
21 Dec 2025
0.0597
2 Week
06 Oct 2025
0.0583
3 Month
04 Jan 2025
0.0534
1 Year
05 Jan 2021
0.0668
5 Year
07 Jan 2016
0.0625
10 Year
09 Jan 2006
0.1648
20 Year
ZAR/USD historic rates

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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