The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has issued a public warning over a surge in recruitment scams targeting unsuspecting job seekers, cautioning the public against fraudsters falsely claiming to offer employment opportunities at the Authority.

In a public notice, KPA said the scammers are impersonating senior management, staff, or posing as agents and brokers, with the aim of extorting money from desperate job seekers.

"KPA does not solicit, demand or accept any form of payment at any stage of its recruitment process,” the Authority stated, emphasizing that all hiring is conducted through a transparent, merit-based and structured system.

The Authority reiterated that it is an equal opportunity employer and that any claims of paid job placements linked to KPA are fraudulent.

The Authority further urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspected recruitment fraud to the nearest police station.

“We advise the public to refrain from sharing personal information or making payments to individuals claiming to facilitate employment at KPA,” the statement added, noting that the Authority will not be held liable for losses arising from such scams.