Historic Arab Emirates Dirham South African rand

Arab Emirates Dirham south african rand history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 5.2526 (15/08/2023) and the lowest 5.174 (16/08/2023). The difference between high and low is 1.5.

AED ZAR average rate for August 2023 is 5.1034, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is -4.7 %.

01 August 20231 AED = 4.862 ZAR
02 August 20231 AED = 4.967 ZAR
03 August 20231 AED = 5.02 ZAR
04 August 20231 AED = 5.08 ZAR
07 August 20231 AED = 5.02 ZAR
08 August 20231 AED = 5.09 ZAR
09 August 20231 AED = 5.15 ZAR
10 August 20231 AED = 5.16 ZAR
11 August 20231 AED = 5.13 ZAR
12 August 20231 AED = 5.16 ZAR
14 August 20231 AED = 5.15 ZAR
15 August 20231 AED = 5.19 ZAR
16 August 20231 AED = 5.21 ZAR
17 August 20231 AED = 5.22 ZAR
18 August 20231 AED = 5.19 ZAR
20 August 20231 AED = 5.17 ZAR
21 August 20231 AED = 5.17 ZAR
22 August 20231 AED = 5.16 ZAR
23 August 20231 AED = 5.11 ZAR
24 August 20231 AED = 5.03 ZAR
25 August 20231 AED = 5.12 ZAR
28 August 20231 AED = 5.07 ZAR
29 August 20231 AED = 5.05 ZAR
30 August 20231 AED = 5.02 ZAR
31 August 20231 AED = 5.09 ZAR

23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.

17/06/2018: Introduction of New Banknotes

A new series of UAE dirham banknotes, featuring enhanced durability, 3D security features, and tactile marks for visually impaired individuals, is introduced.

15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic stability.

01/01/2007: Security Enhancements

New security features, including holograms and advanced anti-counterfeiting measures, are added to the UAE dirham banknotes.

01/12/2002: Introduction of Modern Coinage

A new series of UAE dirham coins, featuring modern designs and security features, is introduced.

09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low

The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.

20/03/1995: Currency Peg to US Dollar

The UAE dirham is pegged to the United States dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1 USD to 3.6725 AED.

01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence

The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.

27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections

The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.

01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization

The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.

01/01/1978: Currency Issuance Authority

The UAE Currency Issuing Authority is established, granting the authority to issue and manage the UAE dirham.

28/01/1973: Decoupling from Pound Sterling

The UAE dirham is officially decoupled from the British pound sterling and a new exchange rate is set.

02/12/1971: Formation of UAE

The United Arab Emirates is formed, resulting in the introduction of the UAE dirham as its official currency.

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.