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A Gauteng man, posing as a doctor, has been arrested for defrauding victims through a fake pharmacy scheme. His assets, including a VW Polo, are now subject to forfeiture as authorities pursue justice.
An international syndicate has allegedly defrauded South African investors of hundreds of millions, operating under the guise of legitimate financial service providers, while the country's financial regulator remains slow to respond despite mounting evidence.
South African businesses are being targeted by a sophisticated scam where fraudsters pose as the Compensation Fund, threatening deregistration and demanding payments.
A Nigerian scammer has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for defrauding an American homebuyer of over R3,2 million through a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme.
A Nigerian scammer has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for defrauding an American homebuyer of over R3,2 million through a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme.
Woman scammed out of R6 500 and 288 bottles of fabric softener
A 30-year-old man has been arrested by the Hawks in Hartswater for allegedly operating a forex trading scam, fleecing at least R2 million from his victims.
Ever-improving generative artificial intelligence tools have become weapons in the hands of bad actors intent on tricking people out of their money or even their identities.
Is the FSCA failing South African investors? Explore the shocking allegations of regulatory double standards as the authority remains silent on a multi-billion rand scam while swiftly acting against others.
Authorities apprehend a suspect in Pretoria linked to a romantic scam that cost a woman R365,000 and her Toyota Fortuner.
A 44-year-old suspect was arrested in Pretoria for allegedly helping defraud a woman of R365,000 and a Toyota Fortuner in a romance scam.
Zenani, a 46-year-old woman from North West, seeks answers from FNB after R520,000 of her pension mysteriously vanished. This follows another case of pension fraud reported by IOL.
33-year-old Indian national was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport while attempting to flee the country after allegedly defrauding a bank of R1. 4 million to finance a luxury BMW M4 Coupe.
A Klerksdorp man's elaborate vehicle financing scam unravelled when he never made a single payment on a R542,000 VW Kombi, leading to a decade behind bars.
Francois Swart, accused of defrauding friends in a R250,000 holiday scam, now faces serious fraud charges as investigations reveal a pattern of deceit.
“Barbara, 60s, tired of being on my own! Petite, brunette, looking for male for friendship possibly relationship. Looks unimportant. ”
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Teboho Boiki Nhlapo, 39, faces fraud charges after allegedly stealing R3 million from his employer by creating fake invoices and transferring funds to personal accounts.
Ariel Lyndsey shares her alarming experience with accommodation scams in Camps Bay, Cape Town, urging fellow travellers to verify listings before booking.
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Education spokesperson Muzi Mahlambi said the department had noted with serious concern the allegations of fraud involving the individual known as “Amahle Nene-Sishi”, who has made false promises.
Unemployed teachers in KwaZulu-Natal are being warned about a fraudulent scheme that promises teaching jobs in exchange for money, as the Department of Education distances itself from the scam.
Online platforms have become popular meeting places for people looking to find intimate partners, making them a prime target for cyber criminals.
A North West woman, aged 64, is fighting for answers from FNB after losing her R2 million pension to a romance scam, leaving her in dire poverty.