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Beyond the Name Check – Why Biometric Fingerprint Scanning Changes Everything

In an era where identity fraud is increasingly sophisticated, relying solely on a candidate’s name or ID number to conduct a criminal record check is no longer sufficient. The margin for error is significant and in a business context, that margin can have serious consequences. Uphando offers criminal background verifications and police clearance through the […]

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What Employers Need to Know About South Africa’s Legal Requirements for Criminal Background Checks

In today’s competitive hiring landscape, conducting thorough background checks is no longer optional –  it’s a legal and ethical necessity. Yet many South African employers remain unaware of the specific legal requirements governing how criminal record checks must be conducted.

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