Has the Government Started Kazi Mtaani Recruitment; National Youth Council Clarifies

The National Youth Council (NYC) has issued a warning to the public regarding fraudulent recruitment posters for the Kazi Mtaani youth programme that are circulating online.

In an official statement released on August 01, 2024, NYC labeled the posters fake and urged individuals to disregard them.

The poster falsely claimed that the national government was hiring 18,000 youth across all 47 counties as part of a revised Kazi Mtaani youth program.

“The National Government is hiring 18000 youth across all the 47 counties in its revised program of the youth: Kazi Mtaani Program,” read the poster.

Also, the poster highlighted that the program, which has been operational since 2019, has played a vital role in engaging unemployed youth in various activities while providing them with a monthly stipend.

Details of the Fraudulent Kazi Mtaani Advert

According to the fake announcement, the 18,000 youth would be involved in a nationwide initiative aimed at planting over 60 billion trees in the coming months.

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“The 18,000 youth will be engaged in the Nationwide planting of over 60 billion trees in the coming months as directed by the president.”

The fake poster surfaced days after President William Ruto hinted at the return of the Kazi Mtaani, a program rolled out during the era of his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta. Speaking in Nakuru County in July, the President acknowledge requests from Kenyans asking him to reintroduce the program in a bid to address unemployment in the country.

“There are ladies here who have told me they want Kazi Mtaani. I have said in that Kazi Mtaani programme, 500 people will be working here starting next week as we ensure many youths get employment opportunities,” the President noted.

However, the government was yet to issue any update regarding the program by the time of this publication.

How to spot Fake Job Adverts

To avoid falling victim to such scams, it is essential to know how to spot fake job adverts. Here are some key indicators:

1. Unofficial Channels: Legitimate job postings are usually advertised on official company websites, job boards, or social media platforms. Be wary of job adverts that are posted on unofficial channels or personal email addresses.

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2. Urgency: Fake job adverts often create a sense of urgency, asking applicants to apply quickly. Legitimate job postings usually provide a reasonable timeframe for applications.

4. No Payment Required: Legitimate job postings rarely ask for payment or fees for job applications. Be cautious of job adverts that request payment or fees.

5. No Official Contact Information: Legitimate job postings usually provide official contact information, such as a company email address or phone number. Fake job adverts often lack official contact information.

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