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TikTok bans influencers as Russia's Alabuga START Programme exposed

Summary by Sunday World
South Africa’s influencer world has been rocked to its core since the Alabuga START Programme, sold to young women as a glittering Russian work-study opportunity, was unmasked as a sinister front for human trafficking and war exploitation. The glossy TikTok promos, fronted by some of Mzansi’s hottest social media stars, promised the chance of a lifetime: free flights to Russia, luxury accommodation, Russian lessons, and salaries starting at $700…
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Sunday World broke the news in on Friday, August 29, 2025.
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