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1 month ago
Zimbabwe Not Ready to De-Dollarize, Says Finance Minister Bitcoin.com 13 Feb 2025

Zimbabwe Not Ready to De-Dollarize, Says Finance Minister

Zimbabwe's Finance Minister stresses the need to access credit lines and restructure debt before adopting the Zig as sole currency.

4 months ago
Zimbabwe Plans to ‘Float’ Rapidly Depreciating Gold-Backed Currency Bitcoin.com 11 Nov 2024

Zimbabwe Plans to ‘Float’ Rapidly Depreciating Gold-Backed Currency

Zimbabwe plans to allow its gold-backed currency, Zig, to float freely on the foreign exchange market to achieve price discovery without interference.

Zimbabwe Imposes $50-$2,500 Licensing Fee on Whatsapp Admins to Curb Misinformation Bitcoin.com 08 Nov 2024

Zimbabwe Imposes $50-$2,500 Licensing Fee on Whatsapp Admins to Curb Misinformation

Zimbabwe introduces a licensing fee for Whatsapp group admins, ranging from $50 to $2,500, to curb misinformation.

5 months ago
BRICS Bank Offers Zimbabwe Escape From IMF Debt Traps, Says Professor Bitcoin.com 17 Oct 2024

BRICS Bank Offers Zimbabwe Escape From IMF Debt Traps, Says Professor

A Zimbabwean professor suggests the BRICS New Development Bank as a viable alternative to the IMF, offering better terms for developing countries and helping Zimbabwe escape debt traps. The introduction of Zimbabwe Gold, a mineral-backed currency, is also discussed.

Zimbabwe Limits USD Outflows for Departing Residents to $2,000 Bitcoin.com 11 Oct 2024

Zimbabwe Limits USD Outflows for Departing Residents to $2,000

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has reduced the cash outflow limit for departing travelers from $10,000 to $2,000 to restrain U.S. dollar movements out of the country.

6 months ago
Zimbabwe Injects $50 Million to Bolster Devalued Currency Bitcoin.com 05 Oct 2024

Zimbabwe Injects $50 Million to Bolster Devalued Currency

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has added $50 million to the market to support the currency, though some believe it's insufficient.

Organizing Bitcoin education in Zambia and Zimbabwe stacker news 05 Oct 2024

Organizing Bitcoin education in Zambia and Zimbabwe

The article discusses efforts to organize Bitcoin education in Zambia and Zimbabwe, highlighting the potential impact on local communities and economic growth.

Zimbabwe Devalues Gold-Backed Currency by 44% Bitcoin.com 28 Sep 2024

Zimbabwe Devalues Gold-Backed Currency by 44%

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has devalued its gold-backed currency by 44%, dropping it from 13.98 to 24.3 against the U.S. dollar to address economic instability.

Zimbabwe Central Bank to Tap Reserves to Stabilize Declining Zimbabwe Gold (ZIG) Coinotag 24 Sep 2024

Zimbabwe Central Bank to Tap Reserves to Stabilize Declining Zimbabwe Gold (ZIG)

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) plans to use reserves to stabilize Zimbabwe Gold (ZIG) amid recent market instability.

Zimbabwe’s Central Bank to Shield Gold-Backed Currency From Market Volatility Bitcoin.com 24 Sep 2024

Zimbabwe’s Central Bank to Shield Gold-Backed Currency From Market Volatility

Zimbabwe's central bank aims to protect its gold-backed currency, Zimbabwe Gold (zig), from market volatility using foreign currency reserves while maintaining tight monetary policies for stable inflation and exchange rates.

7 months ago
Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Currency Sees Gains, but US Dollar Remains Dominant Bitcoin.com 21 Aug 2024

Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Currency Sees Gains, but US Dollar Remains Dominant

Zimbabwe's gold-backed ZIG currency has increased in usage but the U.S. dollar remains dominant.

Zimbabwe Central Bank Denies Forced Remittance Conversion Claims Bitcoin.com 17 Aug 2024

Zimbabwe Central Bank Denies Forced Remittance Conversion Claims

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) denied claims of forcing remittance conversions to local currency, clarifying no planned changes to its diaspora remittances policy.

Zimbabwe to Unveil De-Dollarization Roadmap, Says Government Official Bitcoin.com 08 Aug 2024

Zimbabwe to Unveil De-Dollarization Roadmap, Says Government Official

Zimbabwe plans to replace the U.S. dollar with the Zig currency by early 2026, as part of a new de-dollarization roadmap approved by the Cabinet.

8 months ago
Zimbabwe Injects $50M in Forex Market to Stabilize Currency Bitcoin.com 26 Jul 2024

Zimbabwe Injects $50M in Forex Market to Stabilize Currency

Zimbabwe's central bank has injected over $50 million into the forex market to stabilize the country's currency and economy amid a high parallel market exchange rate.

Zimbabwean Miner Launches Blockchain-Based Gold Tracking System Bitcoin.com 17 Jul 2024

Zimbabwean Miner Launches Blockchain-Based Gold Tracking System

Zimbabwean mining company Kuvimba Mining House has launched a blockchain-based system to trace their gold from mine to market, ensuring transparency and legitimacy.

9 months ago
Zimbabwean Regulators Develop Framework for Virtual Assets Trading Bitcoin.com 18 Jun 2024

Zimbabwean Regulators Develop Framework for Virtual Assets Trading

The SECZ and RBZ are creating a framework for virtual asset trading in Zimbabwe, focusing on legislative clarity, client protection, and education. Key challenges include infrastructure investment and licensing fees.

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Input on ZiG Cryptocurrency Regulations Amid Economic Instability Coinotag 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Input on ZiG Cryptocurrency Regulations Amid Economic Instability

Zimbabwe is seeking public input to develop cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to reduce financial instability and promote economic growth.

Zimbabwe Opens Consultation on Cryptocurrency Regulation Coin Edition 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Opens Consultation on Cryptocurrency Regulation

Zimbabwe is seeking public input for developing cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to understand the digital asset landscape and create policies accordingly.

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Input on Bitcoin Regulation to Bolster Economic Stability Coinotag 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Input on Bitcoin Regulation to Bolster Economic Stability

Zimbabwe is seeking public input on Bitcoin regulation to enhance economic stability and foster innovation while meeting international standards.

Zimbabwe Steps Up To The Crypto Plate: Public Input Sought For Regulations Bitcoinist 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Steps Up To The Crypto Plate: Public Input Sought For Regulations

Zimbabwe is launching a public consultation to gather opinions on regulating cryptocurrency operations, marking a significant shift for the nation.

 Zimbabwe consults crypto firms on virtual asset regulation needs Cointelegraph 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe consults crypto firms on virtual asset regulation needs

The Zimbabwean government hopes to create a regulatory structure tailored to the country’s specific needs and conditions by consulting crypto firms on virtual asset regulation.

Zimbabwe Joins The Crypto Race; Exploring Crypto Regulations Coinpedia 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Joins The Crypto Race; Exploring Crypto Regulations

Zimbabwe is exploring comprehensive crypto regulations and seeking public input to understand and regulate the sector, marking a proactive approach towards digital asset governance.

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Feedback on New Cryptocurrency Regulations Coinotag 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Feedback on New Cryptocurrency Regulations

Zimbabwe is inviting public feedback on new cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to align with global trends. A committee will analyze the feedback to create a balanced environment for innovation and security.

Zimbabwe Is Seeking Comments on the Crypto Industry: Report Coindesk 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Is Seeking Comments on the Crypto Industry: Report

Zimbabwe is seeking comments from the crypto industry to gain a better understanding of the sector.

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Opinion on Crypto Asset Regulations! Coincu 12 Jun 2024

Zimbabwe Seeks Public Opinion on Crypto Asset Regulations!

The Zimbabwean government has invited public opinion on crypto asset regulation to formulate elaborate policies on regulation in this relatively new area.

10 months ago
IMF Calls Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Currency an ‘Important Policy Action’ Bitcoin.com 24 May 2024

IMF Calls Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Currency an ‘Important Policy Action’

The IMF has recognized Zimbabwe's new gold-backed fiat currency as a major policy move and plans to review its performance in June.

Zimbabwean Millionaire Crypto Couple Rescued After Kidnapping by Individuals Posing as Interpol Officers Bitcoin.com 22 May 2024

Zimbabwean Millionaire Crypto Couple Rescued After Kidnapping by Individuals Posing as Interpol Officers

Zimbabwean millionaires Sheperd and Sekayi Sikhosana were kidnapped in South Africa and taken to Zimbabwe by a gang demanding $13.9 million in cryptocurrency.

Zimbabwe Government-Appointed Committee Aims to Understand Local Cryptocurrency Ecosystem Bitcoin.com 16 May 2024

Zimbabwe Government-Appointed Committee Aims to Understand Local Cryptocurrency Ecosystem

The Zimbabwean government established the National Risk Assessment Coordination Committee (NRACC) to consult with stakeholders and assess the cryptocurrency ecosystem's nature and risks in Zimbabwe.

11 months ago
 Physical version of gold-backed token replaces Zimbabwe dollar Cointelegraph 30 Apr 2024

Physical version of gold-backed token replaces Zimbabwe dollar

Zimbabwe is introducing a physical gold-backed token to stabilize its currency, which is supported by reserves triple the size of its issuance.

1 year ago
Zimbabwe’s Central Bank Launches Gold-and Forex-Backed ‘Structured Currency’ Bitcoin.com 06 Apr 2024

Zimbabwe’s Central Bank Launches Gold-and Forex-Backed ‘Structured Currency’

Zimbabwe's Central Bank introduced a new foreign exchange and gold-backed 'structured currency' to address its local currency issues, ensuring convertibility into reserve currency and slashing interest rates from 130% to 20%.