How to outsmart cybercriminals this shopping season good evening, and welcome to Afrika Tonight, your trusted platform for dissecting the stories shaping our continent and beyond.

This November, South Africa’s economy is buzzing with the anticipation of Black Friday sales, with the wholesale, retail, and fuel sectors poised to contribute over R88 billion in economic activity.

However, with this surge comes a darker side of opportunistic scammers exploiting online shopping frenzy.

From fake websites and phishing emails to social media traps, these cybercriminals are evolving tactics to steal from unsuspecting consumers, eroding trust and siphoning economic value from legitimate players.

 We speak to Dee Mokoena a cybersecurity and governance specialist.

How to outsmart cybercriminals this shopping season good evening, and welcome to Afrika Tonight, your trusted platform for dissecting the stories shaping our continent and beyond.
This November, South Africa’s economy is buzzing with the anticipation of Black Friday sales, with the wholesale, retail, and fuel sectors poised to contribute over R88 billion in economic activity.
However, with this surge comes a darker side of opportunistic scammers exploiting online shopping frenzy.
From fake websites and phishing emails to social media traps, these cybercriminals are evolving tactics to steal from unsuspecting consumers, eroding trust and siphoning economic value from legitimate players.
 We speak to Dee Mokoena a cybersecurity and governance specialist.

THE LEGACY OF MAMA AFRICA – ADV SIPHO MANTULA TALKS ABOUT THE LEGENDARY CAREER OF MIRRIAM MAKEBA

This year, The Miriam Makeba Foundation has urged people around the world to celebrate Dr Miriam Makeba known around the world as "Mama Africa".

To speak more about the importance of her legacy in modern day Africa Adv. Sipho Mantula of the University of SA (UNISA) speaks Makeba legacy on Afrika Tonight.

THE LEGACY OF MAMA AFRICA – ADV SIPHO MANTULA TALKS ABOUT THE LEGENDARY CAREER OF MIRRIAM MAKEBA This year, The Miriam Makeba Foundation has urged people around the world to celebrate Dr Miriam Makeba known around the world as "Mama Africa".
To speak more about the importance of her legacy in modern day Africa Adv. Sipho Mantula of the University of SA (UNISA) speaks Makeba legacy on Afrika Tonight.

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Bongani Miya is a powerhouse of purpose-driven leadership, combining his entrepreneurial spirit, philanthropic dedication, and faith-centered values to leave an indelible mark on society.

Starting his business journey at just 19, Bongani built a career defined by resilience and innovation.

In 2009, his passion for social impact led to the founding of Usindiso, a nonprofit organization uplifting underserved communities through education, empowerment, and essential resources.

As an author of The Man I Wanna Be, Bongani shares a deeply personal roadmap to becoming the best version of oneself, blending themes of faith, self-development, and perseverance.

This message aligns powerfully with the Movember movement, which champions men's health and well-being.

His insights on leadership, overcoming obstacles, and living with purpose offer timely inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, balanced lives.

Bongani Miya is a powerhouse of purpose-driven leadership, combining his entrepreneurial spirit, philanthropic dedication, and faith-centered values to leave an indelible mark on society.
Starting his business journey at just 19, Bongani built a career defined by resilience and innovation.
In 2009, his passion for social impact led to the founding of Usindiso, a nonprofit organization uplifting underserved communities through education, empowerment, and essential resources.
As an author of The Man I Wanna Be, Bongani shares a deeply personal roadmap to becoming the best version of oneself, blending themes of faith, self-development, and perseverance.
This message aligns powerfully with the Movember movement, which champions men's health and well-being.
His insights on leadership, overcoming obstacles, and living with purpose offer timely inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, balanced lives.

PROGRESSIVE AFRICAN: BONGANI MIYA: INSPIRING PURPOSE, LEADERSHIP, AND COMMUNITY ACTION

This week on Finance Wednesday, we spotlight a powerful trend reshaping the insurance landscape: more South Africans are securing life cover in U.S. dollars.

With the rand’s instability and growing global economic uncertainty, the demand for offshore policies is soaring.

Kashmeera Kanji, Head of Market Analytics and R&D at Discovery Life, joins us to break down why this shift is happening and what it means for South Africans looking to protect their financial future.

This week on Finance Wednesday, we spotlight a powerful trend reshaping the insurance landscape: more South Africans are securing life cover in U.S. dollars.
With the rand’s instability and growing global economic uncertainty, the demand for offshore policies is soaring.
Kashmeera Kanji, Head of Market Analytics and R&amp;D at Discovery Life, joins us to break down why this shift is happening and what it means for South Africans looking to protect their financial future.

FINANCE WEDNESDAY: WHY MORE SOUTH AFRICANS ARE TURNING TO U.S. DOLLAR LIFE INSURANCE

Good evening and welcome to Afrika Tonight, where we celebrate visionaries shaping Africa’s future.

Tonight, we shine a spotlight on our Progressive African, Tabi-Tabe, the dynamic CEO of Granville Energy, a company revolutionising the renewable energy landscape.

Under Tabi Tabe’s leadership, Granville Energy has become a trailblazer in driving local manufacturing of solar panels, inverters, and batteries, showcasing how South Africa can harness its potential to create jobs, fuel economic growth, and lead in sustainable innovation.

Good evening and welcome to Afrika Tonight, where we celebrate visionaries shaping Africa’s future.
Tonight, we shine a spotlight on our Progressive African, Tabi-Tabe, the dynamic CEO of Granville Energy, a company revolutionising the renewable energy landscape.
Under Tabi Tabe’s leadership, Granville Energy has become a trailblazer in driving local manufacturing of solar panels, inverters, and batteries, showcasing how South Africa can harness its potential to create jobs, fuel economic growth, and lead in sustainable innovation.

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