The Kenyan Embassy in Moscow has issued a warning to Kenyan citizens against using informal and unverified recruitment channels for job opportunities in Russia. This advisory follows an increase in reports of individuals traveling to Russia based on deceptive job offers from unverified agents and online recruiters.

• Many individuals reported promised employment, high salaries, and residency arrangements that often did not materialize, leading to issues like non-existent contracts or withheld passports.
• The Kenyan Embassy warned that traveling through irregular channels complicates access to timely consular assistance and may hinder immediate extraction or repatriation due to contractual disputes.
• Kenyans are strongly advised to avoid employment arranged via social media, messaging apps, or unlicensed agencies and to exercise due diligence by seeking guidance from relevant government offices before traveling abroad for work.

The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding fake employment offer letters circulating on social media. These fraudulent schemes demand payments from unsuspecting Kenyans under the guise of recruitment for various positions, including Administrative Assistant.

• KPA has confirmed that the letters, which appear authentic with the authority's logo and formatting, are fake and do not originate from their official channels.
• The fake letters often detail job titles, contract terms (like a six-year contract starting March 2, 2026), and salary offers, requiring job seekers to pay a certain amount for "document processing."
• KPA explicitly states that it "does not, under any circumstances, charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process," and any payment request is a clear indication of fraud.
• The authority advises job seekers to verify all recruitment information through KPA's official website and its verified social media platforms to avoid falling victim to these scams.