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Zimbabwe age-verification & online ID laws

Proposed Under-18 social-media restriction (under consideration)

In March 2026 Zimbabwe's ICT minister said the country would look into restricting social-media access for under-18s; critics urged enforcing existing data-protection law instead.

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Social media

Proposed

Bill / statute: Under-18 social-media restriction (under consideration)
Status: Proposed bill (not yet law)

In March 2026 Zimbabwe's ICT minister said the country would look into restricting social-media access for under-18s; critics urged enforcing existing data-protection law instead.

Timeline

Jan 1, 2026Proposed
Mar 8, 2026Minister floats an under-18 social-media restriction

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Frequently asked questions

Does Zimbabwe require age checks or ID to use social media?

Not yet -- a bill is pending. Under-18 social-media restriction (under consideration) is proposed. In March 2026 Zimbabwe's ICT minister said the country would look into restricting social-media access for under-18s; critics urged enforcing existing data-protection law instead.

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