Zimbabwe has achieved a remarkable economic turnaround, reducing inflation from triple digits to under 3 percent as of 2026. This stability follows the introduction of the gold-backed ZiG currency, stricter fiscal discipline, and an end to central bank money printing. The country’s lithium and gold sectors remain vital revenue drivers, helping the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange emerge as Africa’s best-performing market in 2026. However, challenges including high public debt, reliance on the US dollar, and infrastructure constraints persist.