Kouga Local Municipality has issued a public warning about a scam targeting residents in the region.
The municipality recently became aware of individuals falsely claiming to be municipal employees. According to reports, these scammers are approaching members of the public and requesting payments of approximately R1 500 for alleged medical examinations or employment opportunities at the municipality.
Municipal officials have confirmed that these claims are false.
Municipality Does Not Charge Job Applicants
Importantly, Kouga Local Municipality does not charge applicants for jobs, interviews, medical examinations, or any recruitment-related process.
As a result, residents should immediately be suspicious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for employment opportunities. The municipality says any person making such demands is acting fraudulently and does not represent the municipality in any way.
Furthermore, residents should be cautious of unsolicited phone calls, messages, emails, or face-to-face approaches that promise employment in return for money.
How Residents Can Protect Themselves
The municipality has urged residents to take several simple precautions.
Firstly, do not make payments to anyone claiming they can secure a municipal job.
Secondly, do not share personal information, banking details, identity numbers, passwords, or copies of important documents with unknown individuals.
In addition, residents should verify any suspicious communication directly with the municipality before taking any action.
These simple steps can help prevent financial loss and identity theft.
Report Suspicious Activity Immediately
Anyone who has been approached by individuals making these claims should report the matter without delay.
Residents can contact the Kouga Municipality Call Centre on 042 200 2200. Alternatively, they can report the incident to their nearest South African Police Service station.
Prompt reporting may help authorities identify those responsible and prevent other residents from becoming victims.
Stay Vigilant
Employment scams often target people who are actively looking for work. For that reason, residents are encouraged to remain alert and question any offer that requires payment up front.
Kouga Local Municipality says it remains committed to protecting residents from fraud. The municipality also encourages the public to stay vigilant, verify information carefully, and report suspicious activity whenever it occurs.
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