FSCA issues multiple public warnings about unauthorised operators
South Africans should verify anyone offering financial services or investment opportunities.
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Year-end surge in FSCA warnings: watch out for unauthorised financial offers
The FSCA warns that fraudsters are ramping up, impersonating licensed providers, soliciting unrealistic returns, and even posing as the regulator itself.
Syndicates falsely claiming links to JSE and FSCA
Two WhatsApp-based syndicates are misrepresenting links to the JSE and the FSCA and unlawfully soliciting funds.
Ramaphosa deepfake scam highlights rising threat of AI-driven investment fraud
Not even South Africa’s president has been spared as scammers use deepfake videos of public figures to promote bogus investment schemes – prompting fresh warnings from the FSCA about social media scams, impersonations, and unauthorised financial services.
Fraudsters pose as SAPS officers to extort money and data
Impostors use calls, WhatsApp and video links – complete with fake warrants – to coerce compliance under the guise of a criminal probe.
Digital scams surge during the festive season – are you prepared?
Scammers are using fear, urgency, and authority to exploit unsuspecting shoppers. Discover how to keep your finances safe amid the surge in holiday fraud.
NCC warns shoppers of fraudulent suppliers this festive season
From 1 December, the NCC’s contact centre hotline will be zero-rated for three months to help consumers report fake or expired foodstuffs.
FSCA investigating Solis Markets following complaints from investors
The Authority also warns about fraudsters impersonating HF Markets, and urges caution when doing business with FXNONSTOP and Tiger Agriculture.
