Bikita Minerals – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 08 August 2020
In accordance with the Zimbabwe Data Protection Act [Chapter 11:12]
1. Introduction
Bikita Minerals (Pvt) Ltd respects and upholds the privacy rights of all individuals whose personal information we collect or process. This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to managing your data in accordance with Zimbabwe’s Data Protection Act [Chapter 11:12], as well as internationally recognized privacy principles.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Identification Data – full name, ID/passport number, email address, phone number, residential or business address.
- Employment or Business Details – job title, CVs, company details, supplier data, contractor profiles.
- Website Usage Data – IP address, cookies, geolocation, browser/device data, navigation behaviour.
3. Purpose of Data Collection
We process personal data for the following lawful and legitimate reasons under the Act:
- To respond to stakeholder, supplier, or community queries.
- To manage employment and recruitment processes.
- For legal compliance and regulatory reporting.
- To ensure safety, security, and operational efficiency.
- To communicate corporate news, project updates, and community initiatives.
- To improve user experience on our website.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Bikita Minerals processes personal information in compliance with the Data Protection Act [Chapter 11:12], under the following bases:
- Consent – freely given, specific, and informed (e.g., subscribing to updates).
- Legal Obligation – for fulfilling statutory or regulatory requirements.
- Legitimate Interest – e.g., operational efficiency, security, fraud prevention.
- Contractual Necessity – to perform duties related to employment, procurement, or partnerships.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
Your personal data may be shared only with:
- Authorized service providers (e.g., IT, payroll, security) under contractual safeguards.
- Government or regulatory bodies, as required by law or court order.
- Professional advisors bound by confidentiality, where legally necessary.
We do not sell or rent personal data to any third parties.
6. Data Subject Rights (As per the Data Protection Act)
Under Zimbabwean law, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data.
- Request correction, update, or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data.
- Withdraw consent at any time, where applicable.
- Object to data processing under specific circumstances.
- Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority (Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe – POTRAZ).
7. Data Security & Retention
We apply technical and organizational measures such as encryption, access controls, and regular audits to protect personal data.
Data will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated or as required by law (e.g., tax or employment legislation).
8. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside Zimbabwe (e.g., to cloud providers or affiliated partners), such transfers will comply with Sections 26–28 of the Data Protection Act, ensuring adequate protection measures are in place.
9. Use of Cookies
Our website may use cookies or tracking tools to improve user experience and gather usage data. You can accept or decline cookies via your browser settings. A full Cookie Notice is available on request.
10. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to amend this policy as needed to comply with legal, technological, or operational changes. Updated policies will be posted on our website with a revision date.
11. Contact Us
For privacy concerns or to exercise your rights under the Data Protection Act, contact:
Data Protection Officer
Email: info@bikitaminerals.co.zw
Address: Bikita Minerals Complex, Glencova, Masvingo, Zimbabwe