Victims will also benefit greatly from the provision on the transmission of intimate images without consent as cases of revenge pornography have been on the rise, not only in Zimbabwe but also in other jurisdictions. Regrettably, the Data Protection Act, also has provisions that have the potential of reversing these gains. One such provisions is that which criminalises what is termed as transmission of data message that incites violence or damage to property. Another problematic provision is the one relating to the transmission of false data messages. False news offences promote self-censorship and unjustifiably infringe on freedom of expression, media freedom and ultimately, citizens’ right to access to information for informed choices and decisions. This position is also supported by an existing constitutional court order which struck off criminal defamation. In other jurisdictions, proposals that lead to interceptions of communication in anyways, are accompanied by the enactment of the Whistleblower Act which is meant to promote transparency and accountability in society. Commendably, in September 2021, following the enactment of the Freedom of Information Act, the then outstanding requisite information regulations were finally enacted under Statutory Instrument 229 of 2021 as Freedom of Information (General) Regulations 2021. These regulations obligate entities to publish information on their institutions within six (6) months from the date when the regulations were enacted, and for those that were or will be established post the enactment of the regulations, within six (6) months from the date of establishment of the entity. Information to be published includes their functions, departments and agencies, operating hours and business addresses, among others. A description on the nature or subject of the information that the entity holds should also be included. Entities also have a duty to appoint information officers who will handle information requests and such information officers shall have several functions which include keeping a register of and tracking all applications. 6