$300 Million Crypto Scam Busted in Zambia as Interpol Shuts Down 25 Mines in Angola

Interpol’s latest operation across Africa led to major crackdowns on crypto crimes. Including Angola’s dismantling of 25 illegal mining centers and the seizure of $37 million in equipment from 45 illicit power stations.

Authorities said the equipment will be redirected to support power distribution. Following Angola’s 2024 mining ban aimed at protecting monetary sovereignty and reducing environmental impact. Despite earlier warnings, dozens of Chinese nationals were arrested for illegal mining activities. In Zambia, police shut down a $300 million crypto scam that defrauded 65,000 victims, arresting 15 suspects and seizing key digital evidence.

Overall, the operation recovered $97.4 million, dismantled over 11,000 malicious infrastructures, and highlighted Interpol’s expanding role in tackling cybercrime.

Clever Robot News Desk 28^th August 2025