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Zimbabwe Personal Data Protection Law

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Maximum Fine
ZWL 20,000,000
Scope
National
Regulator
Data Protection Authority
Status
Active

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Overview

Zimbabwe's Personal Data Protection Law establishes requirements for the protection of personal data and individual privacy rights.

Key Facts

  • National data protection law
  • Enforced by Data Protection Authority
  • Registration requirements
  • Security measures mandatory
  • Rights protection framework

Key Principles

Data Protection

Core principles for protecting personal data.

Requirements

  • Lawful processing
  • Purpose limitation
  • Data minimization
  • Accuracy requirements
  • Storage limitations

Examples

  • Processing records
  • Purpose documentation
  • Data policies
  • Storage procedures

Security Measures

Required security measures.

Requirements

  • Technical measures
  • Organizational controls
  • Access restrictions
  • Security policies
  • Incident handling

Examples

  • Security protocols
  • Access controls
  • Policy documents
  • Incident procedures

Compliance Requirements

Registration Requirements

Requirements for registering with authorities.

Implementation Steps

  • Identify requirements
  • Prepare documentation
  • Submit registration
  • Maintain records
  • Update as needed

Required Documentation

  • Registration forms
  • Required documents
  • Record maintenance
  • Update procedures
  • Compliance logs

Data Protection Measures

Required measures for protecting personal data.

Implementation Steps

  • Implement security
  • Train personnel
  • Monitor systems
  • Document procedures
  • Regular reviews

Required Documentation

  • Security policies
  • Training materials
  • Monitoring logs
  • Procedure documents
  • Review reports

Rights Management

Procedures for handling data subject rights.

Implementation Steps

  • Establish procedures
  • Implement systems
  • Train staff
  • Document requests
  • Monitor compliance

Required Documentation

  • Rights procedures
  • Response templates
  • Training materials
  • Request logs
  • Compliance records

Enforcement & Penalties

Authority Enforcement

Enforcement by the Data Protection Authority.

Penalty Categories

Administrative Fines
Up to ZWL 20,000,000
For serious violations
Corrective Measures
Varies
Including orders and suspensions

Example Cases

Consent Violation
ZWL 10,000,000
2023 - Processing without valid consent
Security Breach
ZWL 15,000,000
2023 - Inadequate security measures