Why Crypto Scams Are Rising
Africa is one of the fastest-growing crypto markets in the world. Unfortunately, this has also made the continent a hotspot for crypto scams targeting foreigners — from fake exchanges and Ponzi schemes, to romance scams requesting Bitcoin, and fraudulent ICOs. Victims often send funds across borders before realising they’ve been tricked.
The good news? With the right legal and forensic strategy, recovery is possible.
Steps for International Victims
1. Secure and Preserve Evidence
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Collect all transaction IDs (TXIDs), wallet addresses, emails, WhatsApp messages, and screenshots.
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Don’t delete conversations; they can be critical evidence.
2. Escalate With Exchanges & Platforms
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File immediate complaints with Binance, Coinbase, or other exchanges used.
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Request KYC information freezes and wallet blacklisting.
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Raise red flags with payment processors and mobile money providers.
3. File a Cybercrime Complaint in the Right Country
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Ghana: CSA, EOCO, and CID.
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Nigeria: EFCC cybercrime division.
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Kenya: DCI Cybercrime Unit.
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South Africa: Hawks and SAPS Cybercrime.
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Properly drafted complaints increase the chance of freezing local accounts.
4. Trace Assets With Blockchain Forensics
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Using blockchain analytics tools, wallet flows can be traced across multiple countries.
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Tracing reports strengthen both criminal and civil proceedings.
5. Pursue Civil Recovery & Restitution
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File civil claims against identifiable perpetrators or complicit intermediaries.
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Apply for injunctions and freezing orders where assets are located.
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Use MLAT (Mutual Legal Assistance Treaties) to escalate across borders.
How Clinton Consultancy Helps
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Crypto Triage Pack: Within 48 hours, we assess your evidence, provide a feasibility memo, and issue legal hold letters to exchanges.
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Complaint Drafting: We prepare dossiers for CSA, EFCC, DCI, Hawks, and other agencies.
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Blockchain Tracing: We coordinate forensic wallet tracing with certified partners.
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Cross-Border Liaison: We file in every jurisdiction where the fraud touched — Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond.
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Civil & Criminal Dual Track: We pursue both accountability and restitution.
Why Clinton Consultancy
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Pan-African Reach: Operating in Ghana and Sierra Leone with partners in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Francophone Africa.
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Crypto Experience: Handling cryptocurrency fraud alongside traditional cybercrime.
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International Standards: Exchange escalation, MLAT filings, and forensic evidence admissibility.
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Fixed Fees: Clear entry packs for triage, complaint drafting, and government liaison.
FAQs
Q: Can I get my stolen crypto back?
It depends on speed, evidence, and fund flow. With immediate escalation and tracing, chances improve dramatically.
Q: Do exchanges cooperate?
Yes — major exchanges respond to properly formatted legal requests or regulator demands.
Q: Do I need to travel to Africa?
Not always. With sworn affidavits and a local lawyer, filings can be made on your behalf.
Q: How long does recovery take?
Triage within days; criminal/civil proceedings may take months.
Call to Action
Lost funds in a crypto scam? Don’t delay — speed is critical in digital asset recovery. Clinton Consultancy helps international victims act fast across Africa.
WhatsApp: +233 27 252 2695
Email: amanda@clintonconsultancy.com
