Free delivery: Watchdog calls out e-commerce firms over rising scams

The watchdog has urged vigilance against deceptive practices employed by some online sellers and companies from fake deals to hidden charges. [iStockphoto]

Shoppers beware! The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has issued a strong warning about a surge in e-commerce scams and online rip-offs targeting consumers.

The watchdog has urged vigilance against deceptive practices employed by some online sellers and companies from fake deals to hidden charges.

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