Kenyan TikToker Rish Kamunge Charged in Connection with Job Scam

Kenyan TikToker Rish Kamunge has been charged for running a fraudulent job scheme targeting Kenyans seeking employment in Mauritius. Released on Ksh5 million bond, she allegedly collected Ksh12.9 million from victims. Many individuals faced hardship after travelling to Mauritius without the promised job placements, leading to public protests at her agency’s Nairobi offices.

In a significant development, Kenyan TikToker Wangare Kamunge, popularly known as Rish Kamunge, has been arraigned in court regarding a fraudulent job scheme that deceived Kenyans seeking employment in Mauritius. Following her court appearance, she was released on a Ksh5 million personal bond after the prosecution’s request for a seven-day detention was denied.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) disclosed that Rish, who operates the Trustpine Travel Agency, had charged victims between Sh200,000 and Sh400,000 for job placements that were ultimately non-existent. Many victims reported this fraudulent activity, revealing their dismay upon discovering they had been misled.

Some unfortunate victims went as far as travelling to Mauritius, only to find themselves stranded at the airport, leading to their deportation back to Kenya. Detectives revealed that Rish admitted to having acquired a staggering Ksh12.9 million from 43 victims through the scam.

At her court hearing for custodial orders, Rish was remanded at Capital Hill Police Station. The DCI has encouraged other individuals who may have been victimized by this scheme to report their experiences at the Central Police Station in Nairobi.

On March 27, a large group of outraged Kenyans gathered at Rish’s job agency offices in Nairobi, demanding refunds due to the financial losses they incurred while seeking overseas employment. Victims expressed their frustrations, with one individual sharing her experience of paying Ksh225,000 for a job that did not exist. Faith Nasimiyu, a trained driver and carer, described her payments, stating, “I first paid Ksh80,000 as a down payment, and then I added Ksh145,000 for flight tickets.”

The case involving Rish Kamunge serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with fraudulent job schemes. With significant financial losses reported by victims, the incident has prompted extensive public outcry and calls for further investigation. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations continues to seek additional victims to bring to justice those responsible for such deceitful practices.

Original Source: www.kenyans.co.ke