Privacy Law at Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's data protection and privacy landscape is governed by the Cyber and Data Protection Act (No. 5 of 2021), which consolidates various laws related to cybercrimes, data protection, and electronic communications. This Act aims to safeguard personal data, regulate electronic communications, and address cybercrimes within the country.
🛡️ Key Provisions of the Cyber and Data Protection Act
1. Designation of Data Protection Authority The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) is designated as the Data Protection Authority Its functions include regulating the lawful processing of personal data, promoting fair data processing practices, issuing opinions on privacy matters, conducting investigations, and facilitating cross-border cooperation on data protection issues
2. Data Processing Principles The Act establishes principles for data processing, including
3. Data Subject Rights Individuals have the right to
Access their personal data held by data controllers Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or unlawfully processed data Object to the processing of their data under certain circumstances
4. Data Breach Notification Data controllers are required to notify the Data Protection Authority and affected individuals of any data breaches that may compromise personal data
5. Cybercrimes and Offenses The Act criminalizes various cyber-related offenses, including
6. Penalties for Non-Compliance Violations of the Act can result in civil and criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment, depending on the nature and severity of the offense
📰 Related Legislation
Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (AIPPA) This Act provides for access to information held by public bodies and the protection of personal privacy. It establishes procedures for requesting access to records and outlines exemptions to disclosur.
🧭 Summar
Zimbabwe's Cyber and Data Protection Act (2021) establishes a comprehensive framework for the protection of personal data, regulation of electronic communications, and addressing cybercrims It designates POTRAZ as the Data Protection Authority, sets principles for data processing, grants rights to data subjects, and criminalizes various cyber-related offenss Compliance with this Act is essential for organizations handling personal data to ensure the privacy and security of individuas.
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