Listeners open up about falling victim to ATM, card and digital scams as fraudsters tighten their grip on everyday South Africans.
Zuko Komisa

South Africans are increasingly under siege from a wave of sophisticated fraud, with criminals targeting victims everywhere from shopping malls and ATMs to digital spaces like email and SMS.
The pervasiveness of these schemes has left few corners of daily life untouched, prompting a nationwide conversation on personal security.
Recently on Drive 959 listeners shared their harrowing experiences of being “caught out” by various scams.
One listener shared how a pizza delivery guy deliberately punched in an excessive amount for her order, and she only realised that she had been scammed after receiving a notification.
The testimonials highlighted a diverse range of tactics, from high-tech phishing to old-school physical distractions at cash machines.
Listen to the conversation here:
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