Mulamwah Raises Alarm Over Scam While in China

Kenyan comedian and entertainer Mulamwah has raised serious concerns about mobile security after falling victim to a SIM-swap scam while abroad.

The popular comedian, who is currently in China, revealed that his Kenyan phone line was illegally swapped and used by fraudsters to con unsuspecting people through WhatsApp.

Sharing his frustration on social media, Mulamwah questioned how such a serious breach could happen without proper verification. “How are our lines safe when SIM swapping can be done without documents?” he asked.

The Ordeal and The Growing Threat

Mulamwah explained that the ordeal began when he was suddenly logged out of his WhatsApp account. Soon after, fraudsters created a fake account using his number and began contacting his friends and fans with the intention of defrauding them.

“I was logged out of my WhatsApp account and then they created an account with it, and conned people. Then my line was swapped,” he narrated.

His revelation has sparked concern among Kenyans online, many of whom noted that SIM-swap scams have become increasingly common in the country.

In most cases, fraudsters use stolen personal information or collusion with rogue telecom agents to gain access to people’s mobile numbers.Once in control of the number, they can access mobile money accounts, WhatsApp, and other sensitive services.

A Call for Greater Security

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Mulamwah’s case adds to growing fears that ordinary Kenyans remain vulnerable to such fraud. Mobile numbers in Kenya are tightly linked to banking, M-Pesa, and social accounts, making SIM-swap attacks especially damaging.

Fans have urged the comedian to report the matter to his service provider and ensure the number is secured. Others called on mobile operators to strengthen their security protocols, warning that if celebrities can fall victim, then millions of ordinary Kenyans are at even greater risk.

For now, the comedian has cautioned his fans to be extra vigilant about messages from his number and to double-check before sending money or sharing personal details online.