This study investigated the effects of dollarization, which began in 2009, on the Zimbabwe
economy with particular reference to tourism arrivals, revenues and poverty. Tourism was
examined due to its reach into the Zimbabwean economy and as the fastest growing industry
world-wide. The Lavene’s test, independent samples test and ANOVA analysis are employed
to compare means, before and after dollarization, as well as establishing statistical
significance of the results. A correlational statistical regression determined that inflation has
no effect on the tourism industry. Based on the analysis of this research, four years of
dollarization has stabilised the economy, brought about lower rates of inflation and has had
positive effects on GDP per capita growth, and has consequently decreased poverty rates.