The National Employment Authority (NEA) has warned jobseekers against applying for jobs through a private recruitment agency, M-Ajira, stating that it is not registered to offer recruitment services.
In a notice on May 15, NEA said the agency has not complied with the requirements of the Labour Institutions Act, 2007, which governs the registration and operation of recruitment and placement firms for both local and overseas employment.
“The National Employment Authority wishes to caution jobseekers and members of the public against engaging with a private recruitment agency operating under the name M-Ajira,” read part of the statement.
NEA Cautions Jobseekers Over M-Ajira Recruitment Agency
The authority urged jobseekers and migrant workers to verify the registration status of any recruitment agency before engaging its services, noting that verified listings are available on its official website.
NEA further encouraged members of the public to report suspected recruitment malpractices to its offices through official communication channels.
Members of the public have been encouraged to report any suspected cases of recruitment malpractice to the Director General of the National Employment Authority (NEA) via [email protected] or +254 (020) 8610000
M-Ajira Announces Job Opportunities for Truck Drivers
The warning comes days after the recruitment agency announced job opportunities for over 400 truck drivers.
According to the agency, successful applicants were to be placed in safe overseas employment in Saudi Arabia, with a monthly earning potential of up to Ksh130,000, inclusive of meals and mileage.
The interviews were scheduled over six days in Nairobi and Mombasa to accommodate applicants from across the country.
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Sessions in Nairobi were held from May 11 to May 13, 2026, while the Mombasa interviews are scheduled for May 15 to May 17, 2026.
Candidates from across the country were encouraged to apply, provided they could attend interviews in either Nairobi or Mombasa.
The opportunity targeted male heavy truck drivers aged between 20 and 45 years who possessed valid heavy commercial driving licenses and at least three years of driving experience.
The agency also indicated that successful applicants without passports would be assisted with the application process.
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About the Recruitment Agency
M-Ajira was founded to facilitate overseas employment for Kenyans and has grown from a small initiative into what it describes as a trusted platform for international jobs.
The agency says it helps jobseekers navigate the recruitment process, from application to placement, while vetting employers, verifying job opportunities, and supporting candidates seeking work abroad.
Its mission is “to empower Kenyan workers by connecting them to safe, legal, and rewarding overseas job opportunities, while also offering trusted recruitment services to international employers.”
The platform envisions becoming the leading international employment hub in East Africa, recognized for integrity, professionalism, and life-changing opportunities.
