Cambodia Debunks Viral Deportation Notice Targeting Africans
The Cambodian government has officially dismissed a viral immigration notice targeting African nationals as fake news.
On May 29, 2026, the Cambodian Ministry of Interior and the General Department of Immigration rejected the circulating claims publicly.
Consequently, authorities described the document as completely fabricated and misleading.
Additionally, officials warned the public against spreading unverified immigration information online.
Fake Notice Sparked Panic Among African Nationals
The viral document falsely claimed Cambodia would expel African nationals after May 31, 2026.
Additionally, it specifically mentioned citizens from Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, and Cameroon.
The notice alleged that affected individuals would face an $8,000 fine and possible imprisonment.
Consequently, the false claims triggered fear and confusion across social media platforms.
Many users believed the fabricated directive represented an official government policy.
Cambodian Officials Confirm Document Was Forged
Government spokesperson Touch Sokhak confirmed the immigration notice was entirely fake.
Additionally, officials clarified that Cambodia never issued such a directive targeting Africans.
Authorities stated that unknown individuals forged the document to distort immigration realities.
Consequently, the government urged residents and foreigners to rely only on official communication channels.
International media outlets also reported the government’s strong rejection of the claims.
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Kenya’s Ambassador Also Rejects the Claims
Kenya’s ambassador in Thailand, who also serves Cambodia diplomatically, formally addressed the issue.
Consequently, the envoy confirmed that the viral immigration warning lacked legitimacy completely.
Additionally, Kenyan officials reassured citizens living or working in Cambodia.
Authorities urged Kenyans abroad to avoid panic and verify information before sharing online.
Cambodia Continues Crackdown on Illegal Activities
Although the notice was fake, Cambodia continues enforcing strict immigration and security operations nationwide.
Authorities are actively targeting illegal stays, unlawful employment, and online scam syndicates.
Additionally, the crackdown focuses heavily on human trafficking and cybercrime networks.
Consequently, immigration enforcement now affects individuals violating Cambodian laws regardless of nationality.
Officials emphasized that operations do not specifically target African citizens.
Government Urges Public to Avoid Misinformation
The incident has renewed concerns about fake immigration alerts circulating on social media.
Additionally, authorities warned that misinformation can create unnecessary panic and diplomatic tension.
Consequently, officials encouraged the public to confirm immigration updates through official government channels.
The Cambodian government also promised continued action against individuals spreading false information online.
