ANA reports that the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has warned members of the public about scams taking place in different parts of SA whereby community members are being swindled out of their money in exchange for fictitious jobs.

Spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo indicated: “Vulnerable citizens are enticed with appointment letters provided they make a transaction as a guarantee factor in securing permanent employment in DCS. This is a scam filtered with all elements of thuggery.” He went on to state: “Correctional Services is on record as having stated that there is no requirement for people to pay money when applying for employment in the public service. Employment opportunities are only advertised in the mainstream media and via departmental website.” He advised that the DCS had no contract with recruitment or placement agents, and it did not recruit via social media platforms. “In as much as harsh realities of unemployment may leave citizens vulnerable, we urge people not to fall prey to these scammers. Those posing as consultants or using online media platforms are fraudsters who must be reported to law enforcement agencies,” said Nxumalo.

• Read the original of the report in the above regard by Jonisayi Maromo at Independent Media

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