Death in Dubai
A woman falls from a high-rise tower block - a clip goes viral. She鈥檚 accused of being a #DubaiPortaPotty. But nothing is as it seems.
A woman falls from a tower block. It's caught on camera and the clip goes viral. Within hours, Mona Kizz鈥檚 name is trending worldwide. In death, the beautiful 23-year-old Ugandan is accused of being a #DubaiPortaPotty. With over 450 million views on TikTok, the hashtag leads to parodies and speculative expos茅s of women suspected of being paid by men to be their human toilet.
This 麻豆社 Eye investigation for the 麻豆社 World Service reveals that behind the online rumours lies an even darker reality.
For over two years, investigative journalist Runako Celina has been uncovering what really happened to Mona Kizz - whose real name is Monic Karungi. She delves into a sinister world behind the glitz and glamour of Dubai, where nothing is as it seems.
This podcast includes disturbing scenes, including discussion of sexual abuse and suicide. Some episodes also contain strong language.
Produced with Ruth Evans and Ly Truong. Sound design and mix by Andy Fell. The editor is Rebecca Henschke. The 麻豆社 Eye investigation was produced in association with Thread Studios.
Please note, the show image is being used for illustrative purposes only and the person depicted in it is a model.
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