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

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