A simple click on a suspicious link, sharing too much sensitive personal information on social media, or using the same password for multiple accounts could be all a scammer needs to steal your identity- and your money.
As identity theft continues to rise in SA, experts are warning consumers that everyday habits are making it easier for fraudsters to target them.
The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service Safps says many victims only discover they have been scammed months or even years after criminals have used their personal information to open accounts, take out loans or commit fraud in their name.
