In 2025, Africa Check investigated over 20 scams circulating online in Nigeria, from Facebook pages impersonating popular ...
Romance scams are evolving into a major cyber threat across Africa, with criminals now leveraging artificial intelligence and deepfake technology to deceive victims and drain millions in fraudulent ...
Online romance scams are sweeping across Africa, leaving a trail of broken hearts and empty bank accounts. Fraudsters, often masquerading as charming potential partners, are exploiting dating apps, ...
Romance scams rise as Valentine’s Day approaches, with fraudsters using social media and dating apps to exploit emotions and steal money.