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Chinese nationals convicted of running cybercrime ring from Zambia

Chinese nationals convicted of running cybercrime ring from Zambia

The suspects, including a woman, were sentenced to seven years of rigorous imprisonment, with ringleader Li Xianlin receiving 11 years

Cybercrime: Why playing catch-up won't cut it with digital thugs

Cybercrime: Why playing catch-up won't cut it with digital thugs

The digital realm is no stranger to the dark web of cybercrime. Many have felt the icy touch of this faceless predator creep up on them when least expected, either directly or through the experiences of acquaintances.

Tinubu decries linking of Nigerians to cybercrime, corruption

Tinubu decries linking of Nigerians to cybercrime, corruption

President Bola Tinubu has faulted people linking the entire Nigerian population to the vices of corruption and cybercrime.

Malawian top official's WhatsApp account hijacked

Malawian top official's WhatsApp account hijacked

It's unclear when the account of the director of information was compromised, but the alleged fraudster was now impersonating him.

Scammers 'impersonate' South African president

Scammers 'impersonate' South African president

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called out impersonators soliciting funds using his name.

How Africa loses billions of dollars to cybercrime

How Africa loses billions of dollars to cybercrime

Between 2018 and 2022, African financial institutions were specifically targeted by France-based cyberterrorists OPERA1ER.