Data protection in Zimbabwe
Data protection in Zimbabwe is governed by Cyber and Data Protection Act, 2021. If you process personal information about customers, staff or suppliers — which is almost every business — you must handle it lawfully and for a clear purpose, keep it secure, and appoint an information officer where the law requires one.
What to do
- 1 Process personal data lawfully and for a clear purpose.
- 2 Get consent where required and keep data secure.
- 3 Appoint an information officer / register where the law requires.
Frequently asked questions
Which data-protection law applies in Zimbabwe?
Data protection in Zimbabwe is governed by Cyber and Data Protection Act, 2021.
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with ZIMRA or a registered professional.