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2 clusters · 4 sources · 14 days · First seen 15 days ago · Last updated 2 days ago

Senegal cybersecurity investigations into social media

Overview

The Special Cybersecurity Division (DSC) in Senegal has launched investigations into several individuals regarding social media conduct and digital activities.

Initially, Mariama Ba, also known as Nourah Ba, was detained and questioned for alleged insults and content deemed contrary to public morals. Ba admitted to authoring a controversial post but claimed she was responding to insults from supporters of Deputy Tahirou Sarr. She further alleged that artificial intelligence was used to alter her writings in a separate publication. Authorities also initiated identity verification procedures to confirm the legitimacy of her Senegalese national identity card and passport.

Subsequent investigations expanded to include influencers and intermediaries. Mame Diarra Thiam, known as ‘Diodio Glow Skin’, and Rokhaya Fall, known as ‘Rox la Chancelière’, were targeted following the technical exploitation of Fall’s mobile phone. The probe involves allegations ranging from criminal association and extortion to money laundering and provocation of a crime. Thiam reportedly admitted to making payments to various influencers through Fall to manage specific issues. As a result of legal proceedings, Fall received a six-month sentence under judicial supervision, while Thiam was placed under strict electronic monitoring.

Entities

Special Cybersecurity Division · Senegal · Mame Diarra Thiam · Mariama Bâ · Rokhaya Fall

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[○ 1 SOURCE] Mame Diarra Thiam admitted to making payments to influencers through Rokhaya Fall. www.pulse.sn
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rokhaya Fall confirmed acting as an intermediary for individuals managing their social media image. www.pulse.sn
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rokhaya Fall has been placed under judicial supervision. www.leral.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] Mame Diarra Thiam is to be placed under electronic monitoring. www.leral.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] The investigation includes charges of money laundering and extortion. www.leral.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] Three doctors examined Thiam and found no medical pathology. www.senenews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The DSC is investigating potential involvement of businesspeople in the case. www.leral.net

Timeline

2 days ago

[CRIME] 4 sources
Senegal cybersecurity investigation targets influencers and businesspeople
Senegal's DSC is investigating Mame Diarra Thiam and Rokhaya Fall for alleged cyber-crimes, including extortion and money laundering, involving TikTok influencers and unidentified businesspeople.
15 days ago

[CRIME] 6 sources
Mariama Ba questioned by cybersecurity investigators in Senegal
Mariama Ba, alias Nourah Ba, has explained her controversial social media posts to Senegalese investigators, claiming she was reacting to insults and alleging AI was used to manipulate her words.

Sources

leral.net · public.fr · pulse.sn · senenews.com