{
  "id": 12379792,
  "title": "Ghana cautions citizens over fraudulent jobs luring them to Zambia for cybercrime",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/ghana-cautions-citizens-over-fraudulent-jobs-luring-them-to-zambia",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T12:44:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/ghana-cautions-citizens-over-fraudulent-jobs-luring-them-to-zambia-for-cybercrime/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a caution to its citizens regarding fraudulent job postings in Zambia that have led to the arrest of six Ghanaians in connection with an alleged organized cybercrime operation. This travel advisory, dated October 5, highlights a concerning trend where Ghanaians are enticed to Zambia with seemingly legitimate job offers, only to find themselves coerced into participating in cybercrime activities.\n\nThis advisory was prompted by a joint operation by the Zambia Police Service, Drug Enforcement Commission, and Department of Immigration on August 23, which resulted in the arrest of 79 individuals. Among those apprehended, six were from Ghana. The Ministry's information suggests that some Ghanian job seekers, lured by advertised online data-entry positions, were later forced into engaging in online scams after their passports were confiscated by their employers.\n\nThe Ministry's concern lies in the emerging tactic by human trafficking syndicates to exploit job seekers through fraudulent employment offers as a gateway into illicit activities. It emphasizes the importance of thorough verification of job offers, recruitment agencies, and prospective employers before accepting any position. For those already residing in Zambia, the Ministry advises maintaining vigilance when encountering online employment opportunities and to keep in regular contact with the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka, seeking consular assistance when needed.\n\nThis advisory is part of the broader government efforts to protect Ghanaians traveling and residing abroad, underscoring the commitment to safeguarding the welfare and interests of its citizens.",
  "summary": "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Ghanaians against fraudulent employment opportunities in Zambia following the arrest of six Ghanaian nationals in Lusaka in connection with an alleged organised cybercrime operation.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "6 Ghanaian victims of human trafficking arrested in Zambia cybercrime raid – Foreign Affairs Ministry",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/6-ghanaian-victims-of-human-trafficking-arrested-in-zambia-cybercrime",
        "published": "2026-10-06T13:29:34.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}