Ministry of Foreign Affairs Warns Ghanaians Against Fraudulent Job Schemes in Zambia Following Cybercrime Arrests

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an urgent travel advisory for Ghanaian nationals seeking employment in Zambia, following the arrest of six Ghanaians in a high-profile cybercrime operation. In a statement released on October 5, 2026, the Ministry alerted the public to a deceptive recruitment trend where citizens are lured to the Southern African nation with promises of legitimate and lucrative jobs, only to be forced into illegal activities upon arrival. This development follows a coordinated raid by the Zambia Police Service and other security agencies targeting international cyber-fraud syndicates.

According to the Ministry, the arrested individuals were victims of sophisticated recruitment scams that mirror human trafficking tactics. After being recruited for what appeared to be professional positions, the victims found themselves coerced into participating in cyber-scams and other fraudulent activities under restrictive and abusive conditions. The advisory emphasizes that these individuals are often misled about the nature of their work and face extreme pressure or threats once they are in the country, making it difficult for them to escape their situation.

In light of these events, the Ministry has strongly advised all Ghanaians to exercise extreme caution and maintain high levels of vigilance when considering employment offers based in Zambia. Prospective travelers are urged to thoroughly verify the authenticity of job contracts and the reputation of recruiting agencies through official channels before making any travel arrangements. The Ministry stressed that performing due diligence is a critical step in preventing the exploitation of unsuspecting job seekers and curbing the spread of transnational crime within the region.