The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has confirmed that it is currently experiencing technical challenges on its network, which may cause disruptions in some banking services across the country.In a public notice issued on August 18, 2025, the central bank said that the issue is affecting most of its systems and could result in delays in transactions for both individuals and businesses.
“The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe wishes to notify all stakeholders of a technical challenge being experienced on our network. This is affecting most systems and may result in delays in some banking services,” read part of the statement.The RBZ assured the public that its technical teams are working diligently to resolve the matter and restore full services as quickly as possible.
The central bank emphasized that it would continue providing updates as progress is made.This disruption comes at a time when Zimbabwe’s financial sector is heavily reliant on electronic banking platforms for transactions ranging from interbank settlements to individual payments. Any prolonged downtime has the potential to inconvenience businesses, delay salary payments, and affect financial market operations.
Market watchers have expressed concern that such system challenges highlight the need for improved investment in digital infrastructure to ensure stability and efficiency in the country’s financial ecosystem. While system failures are not uncommon globally, the RBZ’s position as the backbone of Zimbabwe’s financial system makes swift resolution critical.
The central bank has appealed for patience and understanding from the public, reiterating its commitment to ensuring the stability of financial services in Zimbabwe.As of now, the RBZ has not disclosed the specific nature of the technical fault, but stakeholders are hopeful that the disruption will be short-lived given its importance to the smooth functioning of the economy.
Techunzipped will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as new information becomes available.
