Warning: Contains disturbing content and graphic descriptions of sexual acts
A man running a sex ring operating out of Dubai's most glamorous neighbourhoods, and exploiting vulnerable women, has been identified by a BBC investigation.
Charles Mwesigwa, who claims to be a former London bus driver, told our undercover reporter he could provide women for a sex party at a starting price of $1,000 (£740), stating that many can fulfill pretty much everything clients desire.
Rumors of extravagant sex parties in the UAE have persisted for years, but this investigation reveals a much darker reality.
Young Ugandan women shared their harrowing experiences, disclosing that they were misled into sex work, believing they were heading to the UAE for jobs in supermarkets or hotels.
Disturbingly, one woman, using the alias 'Mia', recounted a client who demanded defecation rituals as part of their sessions with her. Although Mwesigwa denies such allegations, he boasts of helping women find accommodations and insists they choose to attend parties due to his wealth.
Investigators also uncovered that two women connected to Mwesigwa had died under suspicious circumstances. Their deaths were ruled suicides, yet friends and families believe the investigations were inadequate.
Monic Karungi, one of the deceased women, arrived in Dubai under the impression she would be working in retail, only to discover the harsh reality of Mwesigwa's operation. Reports suggest that Monic was severely debt-trapped and sought escape before her tragic demise.
Statements from individuals in Mwesigwa's operation suggest a systemic abuse of the women involved, with many claiming to have experienced harassment and exploitation by clients, leading to a call for stringent investigations into the conditions faced by these migrant women.
The inquiry shines a spotlight on the urgent need for reform and oversight concerning the treatment of such vulnerable populations, especially within the lucrative Gulf job market.
