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Senegal Police warn of Mobile Money scam
Senegalese Police have warned about a mobile money scam targeting users, urging caution against malicious apps and phishing links.
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The story so far as of 10 October 2026
On October 9, 2026, the Senegalese Police warned about a widespread scam targeting mobile money users, involving malicious apps and fraudulent links. They advised the public to be cautious when receiving links or downloading applications. The following day, on October 10, the police reiterated their warning, specifically mentioning services like Wave and Orange Money, and urged users to secure their accounts to prevent financial losses.
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Police warn of mobile money scam affecting users
Impact Mobile money users face increased risk of financial loss due to scams.
Sources: Senenews ↗, Rewmi ↗
- Safety & health
Senegal Police warn of mobile money scam
Impact Mobile money users in Senegal risk financial loss due to a widespread scam.
Sources: Senego ↗, le Soleil ↗
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