Businesswoman scammed of US$500k
“The scammers presented themselves as important figures from a reputable company, which made me trust them, and I introduced them to my team, believing they were legitimate.”
By PRIDE NYAMUPANGEDENGU
Dec. 7, 2025
Inside Zimbabwe’s rising real estate scams
According to the real estate portal, Property.co.zw, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) recorded property fraud cases valued at over US$15 million in 2024.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Nov. 8, 2025
Public urged to verify online deals through ScamAlert.Africa
Online scams continue to rise across Zimbabwe and the African continent
By Jacob Mutisi
Oct. 24, 2025
‘Miracle cash’: Huge Zimra scam exposed in Beitbridge
Zimra allegedly lost millions of dollars in a well-orchestrated hacking scheme in which “miracle” money was credited to shipping companies’ accounts for duty purposes.
By Rex Mphisa
Sep. 17, 2025
Bogus lawyer scams Harare resident
Budiriro man appeared before Harare Magistrate Musaiona Shotgame facing fraud and forgery charges after allegedly posing as a registered legal practitioner to scam a client.
By TREVOR MUTSVAIRO
Aug. 14, 2025
How scammers execute fraudulent transfers from firms to their accounts
The unsuspecting employee processes the transfer, believing it to be a legitimate request; and
By Jacob Mutisi
Feb. 28, 2025
Overseas scammers target desperate Zim job seekers
The world of scams is a treacherous place, particularly in the context of overseas job opportunities.
By Jacob Mutisi
Feb. 23, 2024
Minister warns scammers impersonating his name
Machakaire said he has since filed a police report while also conducting private investigations to bring the scammers to book.
By Staff Reporter
Nov. 30, 2023
Tips to protect against social media scams
Scammers may pose as representatives of legitimate organisations or services, such as banks, social media platforms, or online marketplaces
By Jacob Mutisi
Nov. 10, 2023
