Online shopping has made it easier than ever to find clothes, electronics, beauty products and household essentials at the click of a button. But as online shopping grows, so does the risk of falling victim to fake websites designed to steal money or personal information. Also see: How to avoid common online banking scams A […]
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South African rapper Toss has revealed that he finally received a refund after allegedly losing nearly R20,000 in what he described as an Uber Eats scam. Also see: Toss claims he was scammed of nearly R20,000 on Uber Eats The musician recently took to social media to explain how money was allegedly taken from his […]
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February is traditionally a time when people seek companionship with the hope of finding true love. But while many are searching for genuine relationships, scammers are equally active, preying on emotional vulnerability and the desire for connection. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) warns that romance scams spike during this period, with criminals using […]
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Multi-award-winning actress Lerato Mvelase has urged the government to regulate travel agents. This comes after a travel agency named Black Trotters Africa allegedly scammed her of over half a million, while she was planning a surprise international trip for her mother and loved ones. According to Sunday World, this would have been her mother’s first […]
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Despite confirmation from the main man himself, fans have voiced their scepticism after spotting a few red flags regarding the upcoming Kanye West concert, scheduled to take place in Ellis Park, Johannesburg, this December. After a few unfortunate, but somewhat avoidable instances ended in tears, South African concertgoers and music lovers have developed major trust […]
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TymeBank is cautioning consumers about fraudsters using notifications about the VAT increase, which was expected to come into effect on 1 May, as bait to trick you. “It’s not just banking customers who are being targeted. Anyone who has an account or subscription where VAT is payable, be that a mobile service provider, a retailer, […]
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After garnering the internet’s attention with her content that panders to the male gaze, TikTok user Tamara has taken to social media to reveal the scam behind her campaign. Those of us who are chronically online are already up-to-date with the Tamara, and know exactly what’s going on. However, for those of you who have […]
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South African internet users want answers as they have been left confused and concerned after musician Dr Malinga made headlines for his latest addition to his car fleet. These users inquire whether the funds they donated to the artist financed his latest buys. A few years ago, Dr Malinga admitted to facing financial difficulties and […]
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As we approach the festive season online scammers are trying everything in their power to target the pockets of South Africans in their quest to make an easy buck. The media personality Maps Maponyane recently urged his social media followers not to fall for these scams. This comes after the former Top Billing presenter recently […]
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The drama between reality TV stars has reached a dramatic turn, crossing over from The Real Housewives to Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip (RHUGT), and The Mommy Club. The latest controversy began when Melanie “Mel” Viljoen, a prominent star on The Real Housewives of Pretoria, addressed serious allegations against her in one of the episodes […]
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In the highlights of the growing trend of younger individuals luring older people into romantic relationships with the sole intention of exploiting their financial security, a former police captain from North West Province found herself at the mercy of a con artist who posed as a medical doctor. Dr Kalvin Sofika, a 30-year-old Ugandan national, […]
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Adele fans are crushed following an announcement on the Computicket website that the British songstress would visit South Africa on tour. Alas, it wasn’t meant to be. Moments after the Adele Presents: Coming to Africa concert was listed as an event on the ticketing service provider’s website, fans were amazed at the cost. For only […]
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