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Cyber extortion: 226 people lost GH₵112,209 to online blackmail in just 6 months

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Blackmail and Sextortion surge to nearly GH¢500,000 in early 2025 – CSA

Blackmail and Sextortion surge to nearly GH¢500,000 in early 2025 – CSA

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By: Nana Antwi Boasiako

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has raised alarm over a sharp increase in online blackmail incidents, with a staggering 226 victims losing a total of GH₵112,209 in the first half of 2024. An additional 141 cases were reported between March and June, bringing the total number of reported incidents to 367. The cases involved threat actors who befriend victims on social media, building trust under false pretenses, and then secretly recording intimate video calls. The compromised content is later used to extort money from the victims, leaving them vulnerable and exploited.

The Cyber Security Agency (CSA) has issued a warning, urging individuals to exercise caution when interacting online. To safeguard personal information, the CSA recommends rejecting friend requests from unfamiliar persons and utilizing robust, unique passwords to secure sensitive data.

Building on the alarming trend reported in March 2024, where online blackmail cases surged by 254% in the first two months of the year, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has revealed an additional 141 cases between March and June.

This brings the total number of reported cases to 226 for the year, resulting in a staggering loss of GH¢112,209. The escalating threat underscores the need for heightened vigilance and proactive measures to combat online extortion.

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