Fighting Fraud in the Digital Era: Integrity, Inclusion & Innovation

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Guest: Dr Nishal Khusial, Head of Digital Forensics and AI, Forvis Mazars

This International Anti-Corruption Day, we explore why corruption accounts for 59% of reported fraud cases in sub-Saharan Africa, far above the global average. Dr Nishal Khusial explains how traditional fraud schemes are evolving online, accelerated by AI, digital banking, and cryptocurrency.

He also highlights why organisational culture, ethical leadership, and inclusive teams especially the participation of women in technology are critical to preventing fraud and building resilient organisations.
9 Dec 2025 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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