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Job scams targeting unemployed and underemployed South Africans are increasing, with Gauteng job seekers among the most affected due to the province’s high unemployment rate and dense digital job market. Fraudulent job offers are being used to steal money, personal information, and banking details from people actively searching for work. The issue matters now as more residents rely on online platforms and social media to find employment, creating fertile ground for scammers posing as recruiters, employers, or government-linked agencies.
