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How Do Remittance Costs from South Africa Compare to Other African Host Countries?

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South Africa’s Remittance Costs vs. Other African Countries Introduction Nomsa, a 29-year-old domestic worker from Malawi in Pretoria, sends ZAR 700 (~US$37) monthly to support her children. She pays ZAR 70 (~10%) in fees, reducing the funds available for essential needs. Across Southern Africa, millions of migrants face similar costs. Q1 2025 data show sending USD 200 from South […]

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