Warning: Contains disturbing content and graphic descriptions of sexual acts
A man running a sex ring operating out of Dubai's most glamorous neighbourhoods, and exploiting vulnerable women, has been identified by a BBC investigation.
Charles Mwesigwa, a self-proclaimed former London bus driver, reportedly provides women for a sex party, with prices starting at $1,000 (£740) per night, promising they can fulfill all clients' requests.
Rumors of extravagant sex parties in the UAE have swirled for years, amplified by the viral hashtag #Dubaiportapotty on TikTok. However, reports suggest that the truth is even bleaker.
Many young Ugandan women believed they were traveling to Dubai for legitimate jobs in supermarkets or hotels, only to find themselves caught in a grim cycle of sex work. Personal accounts reveal that some women face degrading treatment, with one reporting clients demanding extreme acts including defecation.
Compounding the tragedy, at least two women connected to Mwesigwa's network have died under suspicious circumstances. Although labelled as suicides, family and friends are calling for deeper investigations into their untimely deaths.
Mwesigwa vehemently denies the allegations, claiming he merely helps women find accommodation through landlords and insists that many women willingly attend parties he organizes.
The investigation, which traced Mwesigwa back to Jumeirah Village Circle, reveals the disturbing practices of coercion, manipulation, and abuse, where women are trapped under heavy debts owed to Mwesigwa, often much higher than initial agreements.
Despite Mwesigwa stating his lack of involvement in illicit activities, survivor accounts paint a different picture, likening the network to a modern form of slavery facilitated by the allure of financial independence. Activists warn that these operations exploit desperate individuals seeking better lives, leaving those still trapped in fear for their futures.
This investigation not only sheds light on the dark side of Dubai's luxurious façade but also calls for urgent action to protect vulnerable migrants and hold exploitative networks accountable.
A man running a sex ring operating out of Dubai's most glamorous neighbourhoods, and exploiting vulnerable women, has been identified by a BBC investigation.
Charles Mwesigwa, a self-proclaimed former London bus driver, reportedly provides women for a sex party, with prices starting at $1,000 (£740) per night, promising they can fulfill all clients' requests.
Rumors of extravagant sex parties in the UAE have swirled for years, amplified by the viral hashtag #Dubaiportapotty on TikTok. However, reports suggest that the truth is even bleaker.
Many young Ugandan women believed they were traveling to Dubai for legitimate jobs in supermarkets or hotels, only to find themselves caught in a grim cycle of sex work. Personal accounts reveal that some women face degrading treatment, with one reporting clients demanding extreme acts including defecation.
Compounding the tragedy, at least two women connected to Mwesigwa's network have died under suspicious circumstances. Although labelled as suicides, family and friends are calling for deeper investigations into their untimely deaths.
Mwesigwa vehemently denies the allegations, claiming he merely helps women find accommodation through landlords and insists that many women willingly attend parties he organizes.
The investigation, which traced Mwesigwa back to Jumeirah Village Circle, reveals the disturbing practices of coercion, manipulation, and abuse, where women are trapped under heavy debts owed to Mwesigwa, often much higher than initial agreements.
Despite Mwesigwa stating his lack of involvement in illicit activities, survivor accounts paint a different picture, likening the network to a modern form of slavery facilitated by the allure of financial independence. Activists warn that these operations exploit desperate individuals seeking better lives, leaving those still trapped in fear for their futures.
This investigation not only sheds light on the dark side of Dubai's luxurious façade but also calls for urgent action to protect vulnerable migrants and hold exploitative networks accountable.
