Fraud/Crime / General

COVID-19 likely to affect fraud statistics for years to come

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a marked effect on the fraud cases that have been reported among businesses over the last two years. Indeed, around 52% of businesses that reported fraud in their organisations during the course of 2020 and 2021, indicated that pandemic-related factors played a significant role in their cases.

How to avoid being scammed

There has been news aplenty about an onslaught of investment scams since the start of 2022, from popular shows on Netflix glorifying the brazen tales of ‘swindlers’, to home-ground stories about opportunists fleecing individuals as well as businesses.

Basic rules for protecting yourself against insurance fraud

As more South Africans prepare to enjoy the festive season, it is important that they remember to not overspend so their debit orders can be honoured but also to be alert regarding suspicious transactions. Here is what every South African needs to be aware of as a client or potential client of an insurer:

Q&A about insurance fraud with Glenn Hickling