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The WhatsApp Scam That Fooled My Uncle — Don’t Let It Fool You Too

Scams are getting smarter. What used to be obvious fake messages — like a prince offering you millions — are now disguised as urgent, believable texts on platforms like WhatsApp. Here’s the story of how my uncle nearly lost money to a WhatsApp scam, and the red flags you should look for to stay safe. The Setup One evening, my uncle received a WhatsApp message: “Good evening, sir. This is MTN customer care. Your line will be blocked in 24 hours if you don’t...

Von 2025-08-28 21:07:32 0 173

Digital Safety & Security

Recover Your Hacked Facebook Account in 5 Minutes: A Step-by-Step Guide

It’s a nightmare: you wake up, try to log into Facebook, and suddenly you can’t. Someone else has taken over your account. Maybe they’re messaging your friends, posting scams, or even asking people for money in your name. Don’t panic. Many people across Africa — from students to business owners — face this problem daily. The good news: you can recover your account quickly, if you act fast. This guide breaks it down in simple, clear steps. Step 1: Check if...

Von 2025-08-28 21:06:46 0 157

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A crucial category for every user. Provides practical guides on protecting oneself online: how to create strong passwords, recover hacked social media accounts, spot phishing scams, and secure personal devices.

Women in Tech Spotlight

From Medicine to Machine Learning: Dr. Adaobi’s AI Journey

When people think of tech careers, they often imagine someone who studied Computer Science, spent...

Von 2025-08-28 21:05:03 0 154

Tech Simplified

Cloud Computing Is Not an Actual Cloud: A Beginner’s Guide to What It Really Is

If you’ve ever imagined your files floating somewhere in the sky because someone said...

Von 2025-08-28 21:02:44 0 166

The Student's Tech Guide

Tech 101: 10 Beginner Questions You Were Afraid to Ask (Answered Simply)

Everyone starts somewhere. But in tech, many beginners feel embarrassed asking...

Von 2025-08-28 21:17:02 0 202

The Student's Tech Guide

Showcase & Feedback: Why Sharing Your Project Is Just as Important as Building It

You’ve spent weeks, maybe months, building something — a website, an app, a data...

Von 2025-08-28 21:19:34 0 199

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Common Defenses in Product Liability Cases

Introduction In the intricate realm of civil litigation, Product Liability disputes occupy a...

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