GASA Report | 68% of adults in the surveyed countries encountered at least one scam. More concerning is the success rate: 41% of those targeted ended up losing money. As Africa’s digital economy accelerates, a shadow industry is growing just as fast. The Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) recently released its definitive State of Scams in Africa 2025 report , painting a sobering picture of the fraud landscape across Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Surveying 4,000 adults, the report reveals that scams are no longer just a nuisance—they are a pervasive financial and emotional crisis. The sheer scale of the threat is startling. Within the last year, 68% of adults in the surveyed countries encountered at least one scam. More concerning is the success rate: 41% of those targeted ended up losing money...
AI Generated image | Protect your e-wallet or mobile bank by updating your mobile number in case you lose access. If you are planning to change the phone number registered to your Coins.ph account, or if you have lost the SIM card associated with it, this guide is for you. Updating a mobile number in financial apps is a serious matter, as these platforms prioritize account security. While some apps require a 7-day waiting period or an exhausting list of requirements, Coins.ph is more straightforward than you might think. Before starting, ensure your app is updated to the latest version. The Challenge of OTPs If you still have access to your account via Google or email, you might assume changing the number is easy. However, most apps require an OTP (One-Time Password) sent to the old number to authorize changes. If...