×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Be wary of Malaysia job scams- Government

Be wary of Malaysia job scams- Government. [File, iStockphoto]


The Kenyan High Commission in Kuala Lumpur has raised alarm over increased cases of Kenyans being lured to Malaysia with promises of lucrative job opportunities that often turn out to be fraudulent.

In a statement, the Commission stated: "Unscrupulous recruitment agencies and individuals are exploiting the 30-day visa-free entry arrangement, leaving unsuspecting Kenyans stranded, burdened with return air ticket costs and overstay fines."

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Fact-first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902