Grandparents fight back against cyber scammers

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Grandparents fight back against cyber scammers

As cybercriminals increasingly target vulnerable members of society, Botswana’s senior citizens are leaning how to fight back. Botswana’s old timers are emerging as an important frontline in the country’s fight against digital fraud. In a bid to strengthen their defenses, Mascom Wireless recently conducted a cybersecurity workshop for elderly residents of Pitsane Village, equipping them with the knowledge needed to identify and avoid online scams.

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The post Grandparents fight back against cyber scammers first appeared on Sunday Standard and is written by Portia Nkani