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Online Scams in Kampala, Uganda

Fraudulent booking sites, phishing, fake reviews, and digital cons targeting travelers. Below are the online scams scams reported in Kampala β€” how they work and how to avoid them.

For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Mombasa.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Online Scams Scams

10

Total in Kampala

How it works

Sellers outside Entebbe Airport sell SIM cards claiming they are pre-loaded with data. The cards have minimal or no data credit and sellers become unreachable after departure.

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10 total warnings across all categories

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