SADC-RTGS settles ZAR 250.7 billion in June
The SADC-RTGS processed 156,530 transactions valued at ZAR 250.7 billion in June 2026. Daily averages reached 6,261 transactions and ZAR 10.03 billion.
Regional flows in June
In June 2026, the SADC-RTGS processed 156,530 transactions, amounting to ZAR 250.7 billion.
This represents an average daily volume of 6,261 transactions and an average value of ZAR 10.03 billion across 25 settlement days.
Cumulatively, since its inception, the system has settled 7,036,047 transactions with a total value of ZAR 19.89 trillion, equivalent to USD 1,212.47 billion or EUR 1,064.22 billion as of June 30, 2026.
The TCIB payments scheme also recorded 229 transactions, valued at ZAR 323.67 million.
These statistics highlight the consistent operational activity and significant financial flows facilitated by the SADC-RTGS, reinforcing its role as a key regional payment infrastructure.
The system continues to support cross-border economic interactions, demonstrating its capacity to handle substantial transaction volumes and values for the participating countries and their financial institutions.
Historical peaks and network reach
The SADC-RTGS has shown consistent growth, with peak monthly volume reaching 183,013 transactions in October 2024 and a peak value of ZAR 271.55 billion in October 2025.
The system's network spans 15 participating countries and includes 88 participating banks, encompassing both commercial and central banks.
An additional 8 participants are part of the TCIB Payment scheme.
Country-specific data for June 2026 indicates significant variations in activity.
South Africa processed 51,068 transactions worth ZAR 104.48 billion, and Namibia settled 50,515 transactions valued at ZAR 63.74 billion.
In contrast, countries like Madagascar recorded no transactions, highlighting an uneven distribution of usage across the Southern African Development Community.
Uneven integration persists
The June statistics confirm the SADC-RTGS's operational robustness and its critical role in regional financial flows.
However, the stark disparities in country-level participation and transaction volumes suggest that full financial integration across the SADC remains a distant goal.
Addressing these imbalances through targeted initiatives could unlock the system's full potential for economic development.