The Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe was established by the Broadcasting Services Act Chapter [12:06]. The Act provides for the functions, powers and duties of the Authority, which includes the planning, management, allocation, regulation and protection of the broadcasting frequency spectrum and the regulation and licensing of broadcasting services and systems. The Authority falls under the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services and is headed by twelve member Board. The Authority`s Management team is headed by the Chief Executive Officer and has an establishment of experts in Engineering, Broadcasting, Law, Finance and Administration.