Samoa Threatens BG Wealth Sharing Promoters with Criminal Charges
The Central Bank of Samoa (CBS) has issued a strong warning against BG Wealth Sharing, describing it as a suspected Ponzi scheme. Authorities are now threatening promoters and participants with criminal prosecution.
CBS Issues Second Warning
On April 24, 2026, the Central Bank of Samoa released its second public alert about BG Wealth Sharing. Despite the first warning in late March, promotion of the scheme continues in Samoan communities.
CBS strongly advises the public to avoid investing in, attending, promoting, or supporting any BG Wealth Sharing activities or workshops.
Why BG Wealth Sharing is Considered Risky
The Central Bank states that schemes promising fast profits with little or no risk are usually dishonest. BG Wealth Sharing shows clear signs of being a Ponzi or pyramid scheme.
People involved in operating or promoting the scheme may face criminal charges under Samoan law. Possible offences include:
- Obtaining money by deception
- Making false or misleading claims
- Carrying out dishonest activities together
These actions can breach the Crimes Act 2013 and the Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2016.
Who Can Be Held Responsible?
Legal action is not limited to main operators. Recruiters, promoters, facilitators, and anyone who knowingly assists or benefits from the scheme may also be held responsible.
CBS has instructed all banks and financial institutions to monitor suspicious transactions linked to BG Wealth Sharing and report them to police and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labor (MCIL).
Background on BG Wealth Sharing
BG Wealth Sharing is a “click a button” app-based MLM Ponzi scheme operated by Chinese scammers. It uses a fake trading platform called DSJ Exchange (DSJEX).
The scheme first appeared in 2021, and similar scams have been widely documented since then. Fraud warnings have already been issued by regulators in the United States (Washington and Utah), Australia, New Zealand, UK, Tonga, Philippines, Saskatchewan, and the Bahamas.
