Basic web hosting in Zimbabwe costs from about $30 a year for a small website, and $50 to $110 a year for a business site with more storage and email. The hosting fee is rarely the whole cost: a domain, a website, and your own time all add to it. This guide uses Tremhost’s published prices to show what each amount buys.
What you pay for when you buy hosting
Hosting rents you space on a server that’s always online, so your website and email are reachable. The price depends on four things:
- Storage — how much space your files, images, and email take up.
- Bandwidth — how much data visitors download each month.
- Databases — WordPress and most shops need at least one.
- Support and extras — SSL, backups, migration,n and who helps when it breaks.
Web hosting prices in Zimbabwe: Tremhost’s plans
| Plan | Monthly | Yearly | NVMe storage | Bandwidth/month | Databases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Himalaya | — | $30 | 20 GB | 20 GB | 3 |
| Bvumba | $5 | $50 | 50 GB | 50 GB | 5 |
| Chimanimani | $8 | $80 | 100 GB | 100 GB | 10 |
| Nyangani | $10 | $110 | 250 GB | 1 TB | 50 |
Every plan includes cPanel, free automatic SSL, unlimited email accounts, and a WordPress manager.
Is yearly billing cheaper?
Yes, by up to about 17%. Worked out from the table:
| Plan | 12 × monthly | Yearly | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bvumba | $60 | $50 | $10 (16.7%) |
| Chimanimani | $96 | $80 | $16 (16.7%) |
| Nyangani | $120 | $110 | $10 (8.3%) |
Paying yearly also means one invoice instead of twelve — useful if you pay by EcoCash or bank transfer.
What else adds to the cost?
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name | .co.zw $7 and .com $16 per year | Renewed yearly; keep it in your name |
| SSL certificate | Free | Included and auto-renewed on every Tremhost plan |
| Business email | Included | Unlimited accounts on your hosting; bigger teams may want a dedicated email plan |
| Website design | From $550 a year | Or build it yourself with the included WordPress manager |
| Security | From $9 a month | Optional Cloudflare protection |
Which plan does your business need?
- A simple brochure site (5–10 pages, a contact form): Himalaya at $30 a year.
- A business site with a blog and staff email: Bvumba at $50 a year.
- Several sites, or a WordPress site with lots of images: Chimanimani at $80 a year.
- An online shop or a busy site: Nyangani at $110 a year, or move to a VPS when you outgrow it. See VPS vs shared hosting.
You can upgrade between plans without moving your site.
Why cheap hosting can cost more
The lowest price on a comparison site is often an introductory rate. Before you pay, check:
- The renewal price. Tremhost policy: the renewal matches the sign-up price.
- Payment. Can you pay in USD by EcoCash, InnBucks, ZimSwitch, Omari, or a local card? Tremhost accepts all of these as well as Visa and Mastercard.
- Support hours and how to reach someone.
- Migration. Moving an existing site should be free; ours is free.
Our guide to choosing a hosting provider has the full checklist.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest web hosting in Zimbabwe?
Tremhost’s Himalaya plan costs $30 a year and includes 20 GB NVMe storage, free SSL, and unlimited email accounts. Other providers’ prices change often; compare the renewal price, not just the first year.
Can I pay for hosting with EcoCash?
Yes. Tremhost accepts EcoCash, InnBucks, ZimSwitch and Omari, as well as Visa, Mastercard and some cryptocurrencies.
Is the hosting price in USD or ZiG?
Prices are listed in US dollars.
Do I need to pay for SSL separately?
No. SSL is installed and renewed automatically on every plan.
