Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021)
The Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (Chapter 11:22) establishes a comprehensive data protection framework for Zimbabwe. It creates the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) as the data protection authority, establishes data processing principles, and provides for individual rights and enforcement mechanisms.
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Framework Domains (6)
Part I — Preliminary
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 1 | Open Finance Implementation |
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| Sec. 1 | Short Title and Commencement |
| Sec. 2 | Interpretation |
| Sec. 3 | Scope and Application |
| Sec. 4 | Exemptions |
| UGA-1 | Application |
| UGA-2 | Interpretation |
| ZWE-1 | Objectives (Section 2) |
| ZWE-2 | Definitions (Section 3) |
| ZWE-3 | Application (Section 4) |
Part II — Data Protection Authority
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ZWE-4 | Designation of Authority (Section 5) |
| ZWE-5 | Functions of Authority (Section 6) |
Part III — Quality of Data
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ZWE-6 | Quality of Data (Section 7) |
Part IV — General Rules on Processing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ZWE-10 | Sensitive Information (Section 11) |
| ZWE-11 | Biometric and Health Data (Section 12) |
| ZWE-7 | Generality of Processing (Section 8) |
| ZWE-8 | Purpose of Processing (Section 9) |
| ZWE-9 | Non-Sensitive Data (Section 10) |
Part V — Duties of Controller and Processor
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ZWE-12 | Controller Duties (Section 13) |
| ZWE-13 | Data Subject Rights (Section 14) |
| ZWE-14 | Information Disclosure (Sections 15–16) |
| ZWE-15 | Security and Breach Notification (Sections 18–19) |
| ZWE-16 | Notification and Accountability (Sections 20–24) |
Trans-Border Data Flows and Enforcement
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ZWE-17 | Trans-Border Data Flow |
| ZWE-18 | Cybersecurity Criminal Provisions |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021)?
Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021) is a compliance framework from Zimbabwe with 6 domains and 28 controls. The Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (Chapter 11:22) establishes a comprehensive data protection framework for Zimbabwe. It creates the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) as the data protection authority, establishes data processing principles, and provides for individual rights and enforcement mechanisms. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021) have?
Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021) has 28 controls organised across 6 domains. The largest domains are Part I — Preliminary (13 controls), Part IV — General Rules on Processing (5 controls), Part V — Duties of Controller and Processor (5 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021) map to?
Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2021) maps to 598 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are Chile Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 21.719) (43% coverage), UK Telecommunications (Security) Act 2021 (43% coverage), TISAX — Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (43% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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