Black Axe Nigerians extradited to US over R100m scam
Six Nigerians extradited to US over an alleged R100 million Black Axe romance scam that targeted more than 100 American women.
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These influencers are being investigated for allegedly recruiting ‘young girls’ for jobs in Russia
South African influencers are under investigation for allegedly promoting a Russia internship scam that recruits young girls with promises of jobs and training opportunities.
Lifestyle
Are your sports memorabilia real or fake? How to spot forgeries and avoid scams
Fake sports memorabilia is common—learn how to identify forgeries, understand authentication risks, and protect your money when buying collectibles.
News
Solar company changed its story just before gagging whistleblowers
Whistleblower alleges he was tricked into believing he was buying locally made material
Viral News
UJ exposes Joel Sangweni as fake lecturer
The University of Johannesburg has confirmed Joel Sangweni is not a lecturer after his inflammatory social media post caused public outrage.
Crime
Juan Meyer: Person of interest in Priscilla du Toit murder at the centre of crypto scam
Juan Meyer, a controversial businessman linked to the unsolved murder of Priscilla du Toit, is now leading efforts to track down the founders of the Africrypt crypto scam.
Viral News
Walter Magaya: UNISA refutes claims made by self-proclaimed Zim prophet
UNISA has refuted claims that Zimbabwean prophet Walter Magaya is a graduate of the institution, confirming he was never registered or awarded a qualification.
International
‘Hawk Tuah’ creator Hailey Welch faces backlash over failed crypto launch
Hailey Welch described the crypto coin as “an exciting way for the Hawk Tuah family to grow together and prosper.”
News
City of Tshwane warns service providers of fraudster
The City said it will be registering a case docket with the South African Police Service and ask them to escalate the matter to the Hawks.
News
Eskom meter upgrades: Scammers target vulnerable in Soweto queues
Eskom warns Soweto residents about scammers targeting customers in meter upgrade queues, as the utility extends its prepaid meter reconfiguration deadline to accommodate "zero buyers."
Crime
Ruja Ignatova: FBI’s most-wanted ‘CryptoQueen’ hiding in Cape Town – report
Investigations into the murders of four Bulgarians in Constantia with ties to Ruja Ignatova’s crime network reportedly led to this revelation.
Viral News
JSE slams Thabi Leoka with career-ending ban
Economist Thabi Leoka has been banned by JSE for misrepresenting her PhD credentials. The five-year ban ends her career in listed companies.
Crime
Nachy Britz: Serial con artist gets 5 years for car fraud scam
Nachy Britz was sentenced to 15 years in North West for defrauding victims in a luxury car import scam.
Crime
Louis Liebenberg abandons bail: Here are the latest updates
Diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg, accused of masterminding a R4 billion diamond scam, has abandoned his bail application.
News
Investigation uncovers disturbing claims about Chris Hani’s daughters
Home Affairs records show that Nosipho Hani Khumalo, Vanessa Phindile Madonsela, and Cleopatra Tunyiswa have no legitimate ties to Chris Hani.
Viral News
Johann Steynberg dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Johann Steynberg, the former CEO of Mirror Trading International, has reportedly died while under house arrest in Brazil.
Crime
Krugersdorp police seize R250k worth of counterfeit goods from fake jeweller
In Krugersdorp, police have confiscated counterfeit branded watches valued at R250,000 and arrested a suspect for violating the Counterfeit Goods Act.
Crime
Fidelis Moema hard luck worsens after exes agree to turn state
Fidelis Moema faces increased legal troubles as ex-girlfriends agree to testify against him in the KPMG R16.5 million fraud case.
Crime
Mandisa Ndletyana: Ex-Absa Bank manager part of trio sentenced for R1m credit card fraud scam
Former Absa Bank manager Mandisa Ndletyana and two accomplices have been sentenced for orchestrating a R1 million credit card fraud scheme involving trafficked individuals.
Crime
Nelson Mandela Bay brothers killed in Facebook Marketplace scam
Two brothers were tragically killed in Nelson Mandela Bay after being lured by a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace ad.
Viral News
Who is Kudakwashe Mpofu? – Qualifications, work experience and controversies
The Pretoria Magistrate's Court has postponed Kudakwashe Mpofu's fraud case, accused of using a fraudulent permit in South Africa.
Crime
Jacobus Stephanus Geldenhuis: FSCA raises red flags over alleged serial Ponzi schemer
Jacobus Stephanus Geldenhuis, already under the intense scrutiny of the FSCA, allegedly continues his elaborate Ponzi scheme, the financial watchdog warns.
Crime
Scammer fakes identity of Deputy Chief Justice Maya
The OCJ said the scammers are using WhatsApp to lure in unsuspecting victims.
Viral News
Langa Madonko deletes LinkedIn page amid fake qualifications scandal
Langa Madonko deletes his LinkedIn page as questions intensify over his alleged fake qualifications.
Crime
Jo-Anne Mantladi Mmela: Middelburg attorney on the run over RAF fraud
Hawks intensify efforts to find Jo-Anne Mantladi Mmela, a Middelburg attorney, over RAF fraud after she skipped bail.
Crime
Tsheto Modise: Palm Ridge police stumble on ‘house of horror’
Tsheto Modise appeared in court on human trafficking charges, accused of exploiting foreign nationals for employment in South Africa.
Crime
Pretoria woman arrested for conning R255.2K out of Free State municipality
The woman posed as a representative from Project Pioneer Construction, in an email to the municipality’s budget manager, falsely claiming an outstanding invoice.
Crime
Gqeberha Spar HR manager in court for milking R592K using ghost workers
A former HR manager from a Super Spar in Gqeberha is accused of defrauding the company of over R592 000 using ghost workers.
