sakawa
n.— «Internet fraud, code named “Sakawa” in the parlance of its perpetrators has gained grounds in Ghana. This swiftest means of amassing wealth and acquiring flashy electronic gadgets like mobile phones and elegant footwear has negative effects on students.» —“Internet scam gains grounds” by Kent Mensah & Theresah Adzaku Accra Daily Mail (Ghana) Sept. 29, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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