MEDIUM · Phishing · 4/10/2026
Fake DHL / customs payment phishing
Emails impersonating DHL, Aramex and Posta Kenya demand small “customs clearance” fees via card or M-Pesa. Card details are then used for high-value international fraud.
What it looks like
Warning signs
- Sender domain not @dhl.com or @aramex.com
- Demand for under $20 USD via card or mobile money
- Tracking link redirects through twice before loading
What to do
Defenses
- 1Track shipments only on the official courier app.
- 2Never enter card details on emailed links — always navigate manually.
- 3Use Antivirus.com identity monitoring to detect card breach reuse.
Region
Where this is active
Pan-African
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