The internet is full of trends, but the recent BBC Africa Eye documentary, “Death in Dubai: #DubaiPortaPotty,” exposes a chilling reality behind a viral online rumor.
For a while, stories circulated online about the “Dubai Porta Potty” phenomenon—a term for horrifying sexual acts women were allegedly paid to perform for wealthy men in Dubai. Many thought it was just a fake internet story. However, the BBC’s documentary shows the truth is far more serious and heartbreaking.
Timeline of the “Dubai Porta Potty” Story
- Early 2022: The “Dubai Porta Potty” rumors first gain widespread attention online, fueled by social media posts and anonymous accounts. The term becomes a viral hashtag.
- Late 2022 – Early 2023: A video circulates on social media, reportedly showing a young woman falling from a building in Dubai. Her name is identified as Mona Kizz, a 23-year-old Ugandan model, and her death is linked to the “porta potty” allegations.
- Mid-2023: The story of Mona Kizz and the “Dubai Porta Potty” trend continues to be a topic of discussion online, with many speculating about the details of her death.
- September 2025: The BBC Africa Eye releases the documentary “Death in Dubai: #DubaiPortaPotty.” This investigation moves beyond the online gossip and reveals the tragic truth: Mona Kizz’s case is part of a larger, systemic problem of human trafficking where vulnerable young women are lured to Dubai and forced into prostitution and exploitation.
- The Documentary’s Findings: The report details how traffickers operate, trapping women with false job promises, confiscating their passports, and controlling them through debt. It also identifies an alleged trafficker, known as “The Untouchable,” who is a central figure in this dark network.
At the center of this expose is the heartbreaking story of Mona Kizz, a young Ugandan model whose suspected suicide in Dubai became a symbol. The BBC’s investigation makes it clear that her story is not one of choice, but of systematic human trafficking.
The documentary shows how vulnerable young women are lured to the UAE with false promises of work, only to be trapped in a cycle of debt and forced prostitution. Their passports are taken, and their lives are controlled by ruthless traffickers.
The film is a crucial piece of journalism that forces us to look past the sensational hashtags and see the human cost of exploitation. It exposes the problems that traffickers exploit and highlights the urgent need for better protection and justice for victims.
