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PRIVACY POLICY

​Bethel Koinonia Bible College (BKBC)**

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Bethel Koinonia Bible College (“BKBC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Zimbabwean law, including the Cyber and Data Protection Act [Chapter 12:07], the Consumer Protection Act, and other applicable regulations governing digital services.

By using our online learning platform or enrolling in our courses, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

In compliance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act, BKBC may collect the following identifiable information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Mobile number

  • Physical or postal address (if required)

  • Payment information (handled by secure third-party processors)

  • Student records and enrolment details

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1.2 Automatically Collected Data

This includes:

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Browser type

  • Learning activity and progress

  • Log files and access times

  • Cookies and analytics data

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1.3 Academic and Course Data

  • Assignment submissions

  • Quiz and exam results

  • Forum participation

  • Instructor feedback

  • Certificates issued

 

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

According to Zimbabwean data protection principles, we process your information on these legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you register or accept our terms

  • Contractual necessity: To deliver courses you have paid for

  • Legal obligation: Record keeping, ministry requirements, taxation

  • Legitimate interests: Improving academic delivery and platform security

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Register and manage your account

  • Deliver online courses, assessments, and certificates

  • Process secure payments

  • Provide technical and academic support

  • Improve course quality and user experience

  • Communicate updates, schedules, and announcements

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

 

4. Sharing of Information

BKBC does not sell your personal information.

We may share information only with:

  • Authorized service providers (LMS systems, payment gateways, IT support)

  • Instructors and course administrators

  • Regulators or government authorities when legally required

  • Security partners to prevent fraud or cyber threats

All third parties must follow Zimbabwe’s data protection laws and confidentiality standards.

 

5. Data Security

We apply reasonable security measures in line with the Cyber and Data Protection Act, including:

  • Encrypted communication channels (SSL/HTTPS)

  • Access-restricted database systems

  • Secure password protocols

  • Regular system audits and backups

However, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.

 

6. Your Rights Under Zimbabwean Law

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority of Zimbabwe (DPAZ)

To exercise these rights, contact: (Insert Email).

 

7. Data Retention

We retain data for as long as:

  • You remain an active student,

  • Required for certification or academic records, or

  • Required by law or regulation.

 

8. Cookies

Our platform uses cookies for:

  • Login and session management

  • User experience enhancements

  • Traffic analytics

You may disable cookies, but some features may not work properly.

 

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If your data is stored or processed outside Zimbabwe (e.g., by LMS or cloud providers), BKBC ensures compliance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act regarding cross-border data transfer safeguards.

 

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to comply with legal changes or improve clarity. Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

 

11. Contact Us

Bethel Koinonia Bible College (BKBC)
Email: 
Phone: 

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