HARARE, Zimbabwe — Econet Wireless, the country’s largest mobile operator, has issued a fresh warning to its customers about a surge in WhatsApp‑based scams targeting Zimbabwean mobile users. In a statement, Econet Wireless urged customers to protect their WhatsApp accounts from hackers and social engineering schemes that have been circulating on the platform. The warning follows increased reports of fraudulent messages impersonating trusted contacts and offering unrealistic deals. According to The Herald Zimbabwe, the scams often involve malicious links that, when clicked, install spyware or prompt users to enter login credentials. Some fraudsters pose as bank representatives or government officials, requesting personal information under the guise of account verification.