Lindanix Blog
Fraud knowledge for East Africa
Research, detection guides, and safety practices from the Lindanix team. Written for real people, not security professionals.
The Most Common Mobile Money Scams in Tanzania
More than 8 million Tanzanians were targeted by mobile money fraud last year. These are the six schemes that caused the most harm — and what each one looks like in your inbox.
How Phishing Links Work — and Why They Are Getting Harder to Spot
A phishing link does not look dangerous. That is the entire point. Modern phishing URLs are engineered to pass a quick glance and bypass platform filters.
Fake Job Offers: The Fraud That Targets the Most Vulnerable
Unemployment is fertile ground for fraud. Fake job postings exploit desperation with promises of high pay, remote work, and immediate hiring — before asking for a fee.
SIM Swap Fraud: How Attackers Take Over Your Phone Number
Your phone number is the key to almost every account you own. SIM swap fraud transfers that key to an attacker in minutes, using information you may have already shared online.
Practical Safety: A Guide for Staying Secure Online in East Africa
Digital safety does not require technical expertise. It requires consistent habits. This guide covers seven practices that reduce your exposure to fraud, account theft, and data loss.