Why South Africa is the top target for cyber attacks and how to stay safe

Date: 1 October 2025 · Link: Read on The Star

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The Star looks at why South Africa has become a prime target for cybercriminals. Anthony explains how to spot a fake website from the address bar, and warns people not to act out of panic when looking for help online. He also cautions against piracy sites and explains that hacked accounts can often be recovered. "It will take me approximately a day to set up an exact lookalike of a Facebook website," he told the paper.