Internet Sensation 'Muzungu Boda' Deported from Uganda over Illegal Work Claims
“To work in any country, an individual must possess a valid work permit. It is not permissible to work on a tourist visa, which he was doing while running a charitable NGO," Mundeyi stated during a press briefing on Monday.
Raid Samuel James Armin, also known as "Muzungu Boda," has captivated the attention of thousands on social media with his unique take on Ugandan culture and amusing, engaging tweets about daily life in Uganda. However, this internet sensation's trip took an unexpected turn lately when the Ugandan government announced his deportation. According to officials, Armin was discovered to be working unlawfully in the country, in breach of local labor standards.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has confirmed it "removed" Reid Samuel James, popularly known as Muzungu Boda on social media, from Uganda over his illegal work status.
Mr Simon Mundeyi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Internal Affairs, informed journalists in Kampala on Monday that the content producer known for drifting various sorts of cars and riding a boda boda motorcycle was discovered operating a charitable organization without the necessary paperwork.
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“To work in any country, an individual must possess a valid work permit. It is not permissible to work on a tourist visa, which he was doing while running a charitable NGO," Mundeyi stated during a press briefing on Monday.
"As standard practice, he was removed from the country."
Before leaving Uganda, Muzungu Boda admitted that immigration officials had detained him.
He also acknowledged using a tourist visa to enter the country, claiming he was not earning income but simply helping vulnerable children.
“I go in and out of the country using a tourist visa. I don’t work or make money here. I just help the children like you’ve seen. Apparently, that is considered work, and immigration cancelled my visa immediately,” he said.
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