In a statement released on Tuesday, January 20, KPA said it had noted a worrying trend where fraudsters are exploiting unemployed Kenyans by falsely claiming they can secure them jobs at the authority.
According to KPA, the scams have intensified in recent weeks, prompting the agency to issue a public warning.
The authority explained that the individuals behind the scams often impersonate senior KPA officials or pretend to be brokers with close connections to the organisation.
The authority explained that the individuals behind the scams often impersonate senior KPA officials or pretend to be brokers with close connections to the organisation.
In most cases, the fraudsters demand money from job seekers in exchange for promises of employment.
“KPA has observed an increase in cases where unscrupulous individuals are deceiving members of the public by claiming they can influence recruitment within the Authority,” the statement read in part.
KPA firmly dismissed the claims, emphasising that its recruitment process is transparent, structured, and strictly based on merit.
“KPA has observed an increase in cases where unscrupulous individuals are deceiving members of the public by claiming they can influence recruitment within the Authority,” the statement read in part.
KPA firmly dismissed the claims, emphasising that its recruitment process is transparent, structured, and strictly based on merit.
The authority reiterated that it does not use agents, brokers, or intermediaries to recruit staff and does not accept bribes or payments at any stage of employment.
The port operator further warned job seekers against sharing personal details such as national ID numbers, academic certificates, phone numbers, or bank information with strangers claiming to offer employment opportunities.
“The Authority does not solicit or accept any form of payment from individuals seeking employment. Members of the public are advised not to share personal information or send money to anyone claiming to recruit on behalf of KPA,” the statement added.
KPA also made it clear that it will not take responsibility for any financial losses incurred by individuals who fall victim to such scams.
The port operator further warned job seekers against sharing personal details such as national ID numbers, academic certificates, phone numbers, or bank information with strangers claiming to offer employment opportunities.
“The Authority does not solicit or accept any form of payment from individuals seeking employment. Members of the public are advised not to share personal information or send money to anyone claiming to recruit on behalf of KPA,” the statement added.
KPA also made it clear that it will not take responsibility for any financial losses incurred by individuals who fall victim to such scams.
Job seekers who suspect fraudulent activity have been urged to report the matter to the nearest police station for investigation.
The warning comes at a time when unemployment remains high, making many Kenyans vulnerable to exploitation by con artists posing as recruiters from reputable institutions.
Meanwhile, KPA’s warning follows a similar alert issued recently by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA).
The warning comes at a time when unemployment remains high, making many Kenyans vulnerable to exploitation by con artists posing as recruiters from reputable institutions.
Meanwhile, KPA’s warning follows a similar alert issued recently by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA).
The roads agency raised concerns over fraudulent text messages sent to job applicants shortly after advertising vacant positions.
In a notice dated January 14, KeRRA said it had received multiple complaints from members of the public who were contacted via suspicious SMS messages claiming to be part of the recruitment process.
In a notice dated January 14, KeRRA said it had received multiple complaints from members of the public who were contacted via suspicious SMS messages claiming to be part of the recruitment process.
Some messages reportedly directed applicants to external links or asked them to pay fees to proceed to the next stage.
KeRRA clarified that it does not conduct aptitude tests through unsolicited messages, does not request any payments from applicants, and only communicates through officially announced channels.
“Any message asking for money, personal details, or directing applicants to unknown links should be ignored,” KeRRA stated.
The authority also warned job seekers against clicking on suspicious links, noting that action had already been taken to report the fraudulent contacts circulating the messages.
Both agencies urged Kenyans to remain vigilant and verify job advertisements directly from official government websites, verified social media pages, or national newspapers before applying.
KeRRA clarified that it does not conduct aptitude tests through unsolicited messages, does not request any payments from applicants, and only communicates through officially announced channels.
“Any message asking for money, personal details, or directing applicants to unknown links should be ignored,” KeRRA stated.
The authority also warned job seekers against clicking on suspicious links, noting that action had already been taken to report the fraudulent contacts circulating the messages.
Both agencies urged Kenyans to remain vigilant and verify job advertisements directly from official government websites, verified social media pages, or national newspapers before applying.
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