Kenya warns citizens of Myanmar scams and extortion --[Reported by Umva mag]

Kenyan authorities have issued a stern warning to citizens considering travel to Myanmar, highlighting the dangers of falling victim to criminal cartels operating in the country.

Oct 15, 2024 - 13:44
Kenya warns citizens of Myanmar scams and extortion --[Reported by Umva mag]

The Kenyan Embassy in Bangkok has reported that dozens of young Kenyans have been trapped in these cartels, subjected to forced labor and extortion. The cartels demand hefty ransoms for the release of their victims, who are often lured to Myanmar under false pretenses of employment opportunities.

The Embassy has been actively working to secure the release of Kenyan citizens held captive in Myanmar, engaging in negotiations with the cartels and seeking assistance from local authorities. However, the ongoing civil war in Myanmar has complicated rescue efforts and increased the risks faced by victims.

The Embassy has urged Kenyan citizens to exercise extreme caution and avoid traveling to Myanmar, emphasizing the grave dangers posed by these criminal organizations.

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