Understanding forex trading sessions in Zimbabwe time (CAT – Central Africa Time, GMT+2) is crucial for planning effective trades. Since the forex market operates 24 hours a day, five days a week, identifying the most active and volatile trading periods can significantly improve timing, strategy, and profitability.

This article provides a complete breakdown of the global forex trading sessions adjusted to Zimbabwe time, along with insights into the best times to trade.

Forex Trading Sessions in Zimbabwe Time (GMT+2)

Session	Opens (CAT)	Closes (CAT)	Key Currency Pairs
Sydney	12:00 AM	9:00 AM	AUD/USD, NZD/USD
Tokyo	2:00 AM	11:00 AM	USD/JPY, EUR/JPY
London	10:00 AM	7:00 PM	EUR/USD, GBP/USD, EUR/GBP
New York	3:00 PM	12:00 AM	USD/CAD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY

The forex market opens every Monday at 12:00 AM CAT and closes every Saturday at 12:00 AM CAT

Best Time To Trade Forex In Zimbabwe

✅ London–New York Overlap (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM CAT)

• Highest liquidity and trading volume
• Ideal for EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY
• Tight spreads and sharp movements due to overlapping financial centres

✅ Tokyo–London Overlap (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM CAT)

• Active for EUR/JPY and GBP/JPY pairs
• Suitable for morning trade setups in Zimbabwe

Session Breakdown for Zimbabwean Traders

Sydney Session (12:00 AM – 9:00 AM CAT)

• Quiet market conditions
• Best for night traders focusing on AUD and NZD pairs

Tokyo Session (2:00 AM – 11:00 AM CAT)

• Moderate volatility
• Useful for early risers trading JPY crosses

London Session (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM CAT)

• Most active session for Zimbabwe-based traders
• Strong moves in GBP, EUR, and CHF pairs

New York Session (3:00 PM – 12:00 AM CAT)

• Second most liquid session
• Critical US economic data often released around 3:30 PM CAT
• Best time for trading USD pairs

Case Study: Zimbabwe-Based Trader’s Routine

Name: Tapiwa, 29, based in Harare
Preferred Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM CAT
Focus Pairs: GBP/USD and EUR/USD
Strategy: Breakout trading during the London–New York overlap
Outcome: 12.5% average return over 6 months by focusing only on high-volume hours and economic release periods

Tapiwa improved his consistency after enrolling in a Forex Course tailored to trading the major sessions with structured strategies and risk management.

Key Takeaways

• Zimbabwe is in the GMT+2 (CAT) time zone
• You have full access to all four global forex trading sessions
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM CAT (London session) and 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM CAT (London–New York overlap) are the most profitable periods
• Avoid low-volume hours unless focusing on AUD/NZD or JPY pairs
• Align your strategy with session timing to optimise performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the forex market open in Zimbabwe?

The market opens Monday at 12:00 AM CAT with the Sydney session.

When is the best time to trade forex in Zimbabwe?

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM CAT during the London–New York overlap is the most active and profitable.

Can I trade forex late at night in Zimbabwe?

Yes, but activity is lower after 10:00 PM CAT unless there’s major news in the Sydney session.

Which session is best for trading GBP/USD in Zimbabwe?

The London session (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM CAT) and overlap with New York offer the best conditions for GBP/USD.

Is the forex market open on weekends in Zimbabwe?

No, the market closes on Saturday at 12:00 AM CAT and reopens Monday at 12:00 AM CAT.