Zimbabwe’s gold-backed currency gains as central bank tightens monetary policy; further budget measures expected to support the ZiG’s role.
ZiG currency
-
-
A lawyer argues Zimbabwe’s ZiG currency is no longer legal tender due to an expired statutory instrument, raising concerns about currency stability and legal clarity.
-
Zimbabwe strengthens support for ZiG currency to reduce US dollar dependence and enhance economic stability.
-
Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube delivers a tight 2024 Mid Term Budget Review, promoting the ZiG currency for economic stability and growth.
-
Zimbabwe needs $2.5 billion in foreign reserves to fully de-dollarize, aiming to stabilize its new currency, ZiG, and reduce U.S. dollar dependence.
-
Zimbabwean shoppers find relief as essential goods remain affordable despite the introduction of the ZiG currency. Government measures and growing confidence in ZiG contribute to price stability.
-
An IMF delegation will visit Zimbabwe to evaluate the impact of the new ZIG currency on the economy, focusing on inflation, foreign exchange stability, and growth.
-
In rural Hurungwe, Zimbabwe’s new ZiG currency remains largely unseen, as villagers continue relying on US dollars and barter systems.
-
Zimbabwe’s central bank targets global markets by applying for an ISO code for its Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, enhancing its international financial standing.
-
Zimbabwe introduces its new gold-backed currency, ZiG, transitioning the national budget to stabilize the economy and restore monetary confidence.