This archive report was first published on 27 August 2019.
With the rise of online dating, many women have turned to websites and social media to find love. However, this trend has also led to a surge in cases of exploitation and harm, particularly when women travel abroad to meet their online partners.
According to various reports, women who visit strangers abroad are at risk of being killed, forced into surrogate motherhood, turned into porn stars, or even held hostage. These risks are not only physical but also emotional and financial.
One such case is that of Kenyan socialite Pesh Lema, who was lured by men from Western Africa and caught with drugs on her way back home. She is now serving time in a Kumasi prison.
Experts warn that women should be cautious when meeting strangers online and should not travel abroad without proper research and precautions. The risks associated with online dating are real, and women need to be aware of them to stay safe.
