Guard your phone line by treating unexpected research calls with skepticism. When a stranger claims to represent a survey or research firm, ask for a verifiable business name, official email, and a call‑back number before sharing any personal details. Never disclose identifiers such as ID numbers, bank information, or addresses unless you can confirm the caller’s legitimacy through an independent source. Use built‑in call‑blocking features or a reputable third‑party app to filter numbers with unknown origins. Keep a log of repeated callers, and report persistent scams to your local consumer protection agency. Privacy, call blocking, and verification are your best defenses.
Phone rang, picked up and talked to a rude guy named Tlou. He claimed some odd research outfit, I asked how he got my digits and he said SABS. Knew it was bs instantly. He insisted he was in Jhb but the code's Port Elizabeth. Kept questioning and the **** disconnected.
