Provider Rate Trend — USD → ZWG (Weekly, Last 12 Weeks)
Exchange Rate Comparison (USD → ZWG)
All four major providers vs. RBZ official rate · Jan–Mar 2026
Recipient Amount Trend — Sending $100 USD
How much ZWG does recipient get for a $100 send?
After provider fee deducted · Jan–Mar 2026
Context
ZWG Introduction — April 2024
The Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG) replaced the Zimbabwe Dollar (ZWL) in April 2024, backed by gold reserves and foreign currency assets. Remittance platforms adopted the new currency within weeks.
Rate Trend — 2024 to 2026
Since ZWG introduction, the rate has moved from approximately 13.56 ZWG/USD (RBZ official at launch) to the current 25.80 ZWG/USD — a depreciation of roughly 47% over 23 months.
Provider Competition
Competitive pressure from Sasai Remit (Econet-backed) has pushed rates higher and fees lower across the Zimbabwe corridor since mid-2025, benefiting senders and recipients.
Volume Trend
Zimbabwe received $2.1 billion in remittances in 2024 (World Bank). Volumes are growing at approximately 9% year-on-year, driven by the UK, USA, and South Africa corridors.