Africa Uncensored, a Kenya-based investigative journalism outfit, recently released a documentary exposing how fraud operates in the cybercrime world. The documentary shed light on various forms of online scams and fraud schemes targeting individuals and businesses in Kenya. It highlighted issues like identity theft, banking fraud, digital extortion, and social engineering tactics used by cybercriminals to steal money and sensitive information from victims. The investigation revealed how ATM cards can be used physically and online, leading to potential scams, with websites used for purchases often being illegitimate. The documentary also exposed cases of fraud involving ride-hailing apps, where users' card details are compromised, resulting in unauthorized deductions from accounts.
According to the 2021 Fin Access Household Survey, 6.8% of bank account users reported losing money through cybercrime, with a majority attributing their losses to internal fraud or inside jobs. The documentary emphasized the importance of protecting personal information, particularly email addresses and social media accounts, which serve as crucial security bases for online interactions. It called attention to the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act of 2018, which lists various offenses related to cybercrime, including identity theft, fraud, electronic theft, phishing, and hacking.
The investigation revealed the consequences of falling victim to cybercrime, including financial losses, emotional distress, and potential legal complications. Africa Uncensored's documentary aims to raise awareness about the growing problem of cybercrime in Kenya and the need for increased security measures to protect individuals and businesses from online fraud schemes. It emphasizes the importance of vigilance and proper cybersecurity practices to prevent falling prey to cybercriminals.
Measures have to be put in place to curb online frauds
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