Spot a scam
Signs of fraud, checking a licence, what to do if it happens.
8 Signs an Investment Offer Is a Scam
Check an investment offer in minutes. Learn eight warning signs, how to verify a broker's licence, and what to do before sending money.
How to Check If a Company Is Licensed in Tanzania
Check whether a Tanzanian bank, lender, broker or insurer is licensed. Use the official BoT, CMSA, TIRA and BRELA registers step by step.
Tanzanians Lost 5.3bn TZS to Fraud in One Year. Only 4.8% Came Back
Tanzanians lost 5.345bn TZS in reported financial fraud during 2024. See how much was recovered, what the data means and how to report fraud.
Pyramid Schemes: How the Math Guarantees Most People Lose
Understand pyramid schemes in Tanzania with a recruitment table, payment example, warning signs and the difference from genuine retail selling.
69 Loan Apps Were Banned. How to Tell If Yours Is Legal
Check whether a loan app is approved by the Bank of Tanzania. Learn your rights, warning signs and where to complain about a digital lender.
Someone Promised You a Fixed Daily Return. Here's Why That's the Red Flag
Spot fixed daily return scams with a TZS example showing what 2% a day promises, how payouts are funded and what to check before paying.
What to Do in the First 24 Hours After You've Been Scammed
Learn what to do after being scammed in Tanzania: secure your account, preserve evidence, contact your provider and report the fraud.