QNET, a global direct selling company, has taken strong measures to dissociate itself from alleged human trafficking and scam networks operating in Côte d'Ivoire, after Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs mentioned the company's name in connection with the issue. Since January 2026, 61 Ghanaian nationals have been rescued from locations in Côte d'Ivoire, while a further 315 have voluntarily returned to Ghana.
QNET Condemns Human Trafficking and Scams
QNET unequivocally condemns all forms of human trafficking, migrant smuggling, recruitment fraud, deception, and organised crime. The company categorically dissociates itself from the individuals and criminal networks allegedly involved and wishes to make it clear that it has no affiliation, ownership, partnership, or involvement with any of the activities described in the publication. QNET further reiterates that it does not offer employment opportunities, overseas jobs, migration services, visa assistance, recruitment services, or investment schemes.
Partnership with Ghana's EOCO and UNODC
QNET has partnered with Ghana's Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to combat human trafficking and organised crime. At the UNODC–INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit, the QNET-EOCO partnership was presented as a practical case study demonstrating how cooperation between law enforcement agencies and responsible businesses can help combat recruitment fraud, human trafficking, and the criminal misuse of legitimate brands. Since the partnership was established in 2025, QNET and EOCO have worked closely on intelligence sharing, investigative cooperation, public awareness initiatives, and victim support.
Public Education Efforts
QNET has intensified its public education efforts through nationwide media engagements. Naana Quartey, Global Compliance Officer, and Cherif Sarr, Regional General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, participated in extensive interviews on Joy FM and GBC Radio, where they educated the public on how to identify fraudulent schemes and report the misuse of the QNET name and business opportunity. Members of the public are strongly encouraged to verify any opportunity claiming an association with QNET before making any financial commitment or travel arrangements.
Commitment to Combating Organised Fraud
QNET is willing to engage with Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to support national efforts to address fraudulent overseas recruitment, human trafficking, and irregular migration involving Ghanaian nationals. The company believes that strengthened collaboration between government, law enforcement agencies, and responsible private sector organisations is essential to preventing exploitation, improving public awareness, and dismantling criminal networks that prey on unsuspecting job seekers. As part of its broader commitment to combating organised fraud and protecting vulnerable communities, QNET will continue to support law enforcement agencies through awareness creation, stakeholder engagement, and preventive education.
Source: Joy Online
