As Zambia ushers in a new era of data protection, compliance with the Data Protection Act is no longer optional - it is a legal imperative. With enforcement by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner fully underway since February 2025, the risks of non-compliance are immediate and significant. Businesses that fail to align with the Act now face not only substantial legal and financial penalties but also the very real threat of lasting damage to their reputation and erosion of consumer trust.
In part 1 of the Navigating Data Protection Act Series, Senior Associate, Chimwemwe M. Bwalya, shares fundamental insights into Zambia’s evolving data protection landscape.
This article explores critical compliance considerations, including the legal and regulatory framework and its implications for entities operating in Zambia.
It breaks down essential components of data protection into practical, actionable insights helping businesses not only navigate the compliance landscape but also uncover strategic opportunities for growth and innovation.
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