S3xtortion and revenge p0rn on the rise
Experts warn that "s3xtortion" and revenge p0rn are on the rise, and South Africa is no exception. These types of internet exploitation include the sharing of expl!cit content without consent, which is frequently used for blackmail or humiliation. Recent cases have targeted both ordinary folks and high-profile figures, such as politicians and celebrities. Notable cases include former minister Malusi Gigaba, who had a private video hacked and shared among his colleagues, and ANC leader Zanele Sifuba, whose explicit s3x tape was allegedly leaked by her ex-boyfriend after she refused to pay him R300,000 in blackmail money. Gcinile Twala, a social media influencer, fell victim to this type of exploitation when her explicit s3x t2pe was published online, prompting a non-profit group to speak out against her ex-partner, accusing him of being responsible for the leak. These cases show the importance of raising awareness and taking action to avoid this type of online @buse.
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