Scam Calls from +252 (Somalia): Wangiri & Diaspora Fraud
● High scam risk
Somalia (+252) is associated with wangiri scams and targeted fraud against the Somali diaspora. Real calls are rare for non-Somali speakers.
Common Scam Types from +252
Wangiri
Premium-rate callback fraud.
Diaspora targeting
Calls to Somali-Americans claiming family emergencies.
Money transfer fraud
Hawala system abuse for money laundering.
Warning Signs
- Unsolicited call from +252
- Family emergency you cannot verify
What to Do
- Verify family emergencies through trusted contacts
- Never call back unknown +252 numbers
How to Block Calls from +252
- Block international calls if not needed