International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)
Mobile money and organized crime in Africa
- France International Criminal Police Organization 2020
- 53p.
This report, published by International Criminal Police Organization, presents an overview of the criminal exploitation of mobile money services including fraud, money laundering, extortion, human trafficking, the illegal wildlife trade and terrorism. The report notes that mobile money itself has proven to be a positive force for financial inclusion and economic development in many African countries. In addition, the report suggests that that a more cash-based informal economy can sometimes present even greater challenges for law enforcement.
Human trafficking, Money laundering, Organised crime,
