Safaricom has detailed a method fraudsters are using to exploit its Shiriki Pay feature to target M-PESA customers, according to a report by People Daily. The telecommunications company issued the warning to alert users about the emerging scam.
Shiriki Pay allows M-PESA users to share payment requests with others. People Daily reports that criminals are manipulating this feature to trick customers into sending money to fraudulent accounts. The scam typically involves fraudsters sending fake payment requests that appear legitimate, prompting unsuspecting users to authorize transactions.
Safaricom has advised customers to verify any payment request received through Shiriki Pay before approving it. The company emphasizes that users should only share payment requests with trusted individuals and should double-check the recipient details on each request. This warning comes as part of Safaricom’s broader efforts to protect M-PESA users from evolving fraud tactics.
In related news, Safaricom recently introduced a new M-PESA privacy feature aimed at preventing unwanted calls and messages, as reported by NewsTrendsKE. This feature gives users more control over who can contact them through the platform.
Customers are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to Safaricom’s customer service. The company continues to update its security measures to address new threats as they emerge.
