‘When you’re desperate, you fall for things easily’: the scam job ads on TikTok taking people’s money

The GuardianMonday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00:45 AM
‘When you’re desperate, you fall for things easily’: the scam job ads on TikTok taking people’s money
  • A recent investigation by The Guardian has uncovered that fake recruitment agencies are exploiting TikTok to deceive Kenyans into paying for non-existent job opportunities in Europe. One victim, Lilian, a 35-year-old Kenyan in Qatar, encountered a post from WorldPath House of Travel, which claimed to offer hassle-free work visas and showcased fake work permits to lure applicants.
  • This situation highlights the growing issue of online scams targeting vulnerable individuals seeking employment abroad, raising concerns about the effectiveness of regulatory measures on social media platforms like TikTok in preventing such fraudulent activities.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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