Understanding Cyber Security: A Review of the Cyber Security and Data Protection Bill in Zimbabwe

Jeffrey Kurebwa
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Jeffrey Kurebwa: Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe

International Journal of Systems and Service-Oriented Engineering (IJSSOE), 2021, vol. 11, issue 1, 43-55

Abstract: This study provides an understanding of cyber security and further analyses the Cyber Security and Data Protection Bill of Zimbabwe. The internet and other technological developments have provided a variety of platforms for increased and sometimes unrestricted exercise of freedom of expression, association, online transactions, and access to information rights. Zimbabwe has faced increased threats from cyber activities. This has necessitated the country to enact the Cyber Security and Data Protection Bill. The purpose of the Cyber Security and Data Protection Bill is to increase cyber security in order to build confidence and trust in the secure use of information and communication technologies by data controllers, their representatives, and data subjects. This study relied on data gathered through key informant interviews and documentary search. The key informants were drawn from various institutions that deal with cybercrime. Zimbabwe does not have adequate and effective legislative instruments to combat cybercrime.

Date: 2021
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