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Be (Cyber) Safe in 2020!

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Published on: 04/03/2025

Email, though vital, is a major cybercrime risk. Attacks in South Africa rose 22% in 2019, exploiting our increasing email reliance. Cybercriminals constantly evolve, targeting vulnerabilities. Strengthen your business's defenses with the "Email in the age of cybercrime" article on LexisDigest, featuring a "quick guide to email security." Share it with your team and schedule monthly reminders for ongoing vigilance.

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Don’t Fall Victim to a Ponzi Scheme in 2021!

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Published on: 04/03/2025

Ponzi and pyramid schemes are rising, exploiting pandemic-related economic woes. These scams target everyone, even the wealthy, with promises of unrealistic returns, like 10% monthly. The 2020 MTI collapse, involving billions in Bitcoin, highlights the scale of these frauds. Be wary of "too good to be true" offers, promoters without physical addresses, and even seemingly legitimate MLM schemes. Warn others, as these scams often spread through workplaces. Remember, "early bird" winners may also lose everything.

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Living Wills: 6 Myths Busted

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Published on: 04/03/2025

A Living Will, or advance healthcare directive, is crucial for everyone, regardless of age. It clarifies your wishes regarding medical treatment if you become incapacitated, unlike a Last Will and Testament which deals with matters after death. A Living Will is not euthanasia; it expresses your desire to let nature take its course, refusing artificial life support when recovery is impossible. It relieves your family of difficult decisions and potential financial burdens.

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Dual Citizens: Good News if You Lost Your South African Citizenship, But…

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Published on: 04/03/2025

South Africans who unknowingly lost their citizenship by acquiring foreign citizenship without prior ministerial permission may be in luck. The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) ruled the relevant provision invalid, deeming affected citizens to have never lost their status. However, this ruling awaits Constitutional Court (CC) confirmation. Until then, the Department of Home Affairs may still enforce the provision. Critically, while dual citizenship is permitted, always enter and exit South Africa using a valid South African passport. This information does not constitute legal advice.

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Don’t Lose Your Own Citizenship When You Apply for Another!

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Published on: 04/03/2025

South Africans acquiring foreign citizenship without prior Ministerial permission risk losing their SA citizenship, regardless of birth status or reasons for dual citizenship. This applies to everyone over 18, except minors and those acquiring citizenship through marriage. Apply for retention of SA citizenship before acquiring another. Losing citizenship requires reinstatement applications (if by birth/descent, must reside in SA) or reapplication for permanent residence (if by naturalization).

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