Warning on Fraudulent Facebook Accounts Impersonating EDB and SheTrades Mauritius Hub

The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius wishes to inform the public that it has identified the existence of fraudulent Facebook accounts falsely impersonating the EDB and the SheTrades Mauritius Hub.

These malicious accounts are unlawfully using the EDB logo, branding, and institutional identity, and are engaging with members of the public under false pretences. It has been brought to our attention that these accounts are being used to mislead individuals and solicit payments, thereby exposing the public to financial loss and fraud.

The EDB wishes to clarify that:

• The only official Facebook page for the SheTrades Mauritius Hub is:
  SheTrades Mauritius Hub (Official)
• Any other Facebook pages or accounts claiming to represent the EDB or SheTrades Mauritius Hub should be treated as fraudulent and unauthorised unless formally verified.

The EDB has formally escalated this matter to Meta (Facebook) and requested the immediate removal of all impersonating accounts, as well as the verification of the legitimate page to prevent further abuse.

Public Advisory

Members of the public are strongly advised to:

• Exercise extreme caution when interacting with social media accounts claiming affiliation with the EDB or SheTrades Mauritius Hub.
• Refrain from sharing personal, financial, or sensitive information with unverified sources.
• Avoid making any payments or financial transactions based on communications received via such accounts.

Reporting of Fraud

Any person who has been contacted, misled, or has suffered financial loss as a result of these fraudulent activities is strongly urged to report the matter immediately to:

• The Mauritius Police Force, and
• Relevant enforcement authorities, including cybercrime units.

Prompt reporting is essential to facilitate investigations and prevent further harm to others.

The EDB remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of its programmes and protecting the public from fraudulent and deceptive practices.

DISCLAIMER

The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius hereby disclaims any responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, or prejudice suffered by any individual or entity as a result of interactions, communications, or transactions conducted with unauthorised and fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the EDB or its programmes, including the SheTrades Mauritius Hub.

The EDB confirms that:

• It does not conduct financial transactions, request payments, or solicit sensitive personal information through unverified or unofficial social media accounts.
• Any such requests made through impersonating accounts are fraudulent and not authorised by the EDB.

The EDB shall not be held responsible for any direct or indirect consequences arising from reliance on information provided by such unauthorised sources.

The public is advised to rely solely on official EDB communication channels and verified accounts for accurate and legitimate information.