ZIMBABWE’s plans to transition into a mono-currency system anchored by its own currency, the ZiG, by 2030 could be under threat from ‘weak’ foreign currency reserves to back it, analysts have said. While authorities are upbeat that forex reserves — currently at US$980 million — will reach levels sufficient to back the ZiG within the…
‘Weak’ reserves threaten currency transition
Foreign currency reserves currently cover about 1,5 months of imports, reflecting a steady buildup since the launch of the ZiG currency in April 2024.