Fake Videos of Former First Lady Scam Namibians

Summary: Scammers are exploiting the likeness of Namibia’s former first lady, Monica Geingos, to execute investment scams, leveraging social media and manipulated videos to deceive victims. Geingos has alerted the public about the rise in impersonations and fraudulent schemes targeting unsuspecting individuals, particularly in Africa where such scams are prevalent. Despite efforts from law enforcement to combat these scams, the combination of limited resources, cross-border criminal activity, and low digital literacy contributes to their persistence.

Affected: Monica Geingos and Namibian citizens

Keypoints :

• Monica Geingos has reported a surge in scams using her image to promote fake investment opportunities.
• Impersonation scams targeting influential figures are a widespread issue across Africa, with many examples from countries like Kenya.
• Limited law enforcement resources and low digital literacy in certain areas make it challenging to combat these fraudulent activities effectively.