In a dramatic operation, Nagalama territorial police rescued 51 individuals from alleged human trafficking on April 2, 2025, dismantling a scam run by a networking company promising lucrative jobs. The victims, lured by AIM GLOBAL ALLIANCE, were trapped in cramped, squalid conditions across Kalagi villages in Mukono District, forced to pay hefty fees while recruiting others into the scheme.
“This was a manipulative operation preying on desperation,” said a police statement. “Victims were told to bring 150,000 UGX [one hundred fifty thousand shillings] upfront for ‘training,’ only to have their phones seized and families extorted for 1.5 million UGX [one million five hundred thousand].”
Authorities raided three locations:
– Kakola Village: 14 victims (11 women, 3 men) crammed into one room.
– Kalagi Village: 20 victims (10 men, 10 women) in a single room.
– Bbosa Village: 14 others
(8 women, 6 men) found similarly confined.
The suspects, identified as Kasule Zephaniah and Nantima Evelyn, allegedly masterminded the scheme, convincing victims they’d earn up to 1 million UGX monthly based on recruitment and sales.
“They promised us millions if we brought in more people,” one survivor recounted. “But we slept on floors, trapped.”
Police revealed victims were coerced into contacting relatives for funds to buy company products, with threats of violence if they resisted. “Once they take your phone, you’re isolated,” the statement added.
The suspects, now detained at Nagalama Police Station, face charges of human trafficking and fraud. Investigations continue as authorities urge vigilance against “get-rich-quick” schemes. “If an offer sounds too good, verify first,” the spokesperson warned.
The rescued victims, aged 18–35, are receiving counseling and aid. For many, the ordeal highlights a harsh reality. “They sold us dreams,” said another survivor, “but it was just a prison.”
As police trace the scam’s reach, the case underscores the dark side of unchecked recruitment networks—and the resilience of those who escaped.
