Zambia National Service (ZNS) Commander Lieutenant General Maliti Solochi has warned youths against falling victim to fake recruitment schemes that demand money in exchange for jobs.
Speaking during a courtesy call on Central Province Permanent Secretary Milner Mwanakampwe ahead of the in-service pass-out parade on Friday at Kabwe Training School, Lt Gen Solochi said some fraudsters are using social media and phone calls to trick young people into paying for non-existent positions.
“Anyone claiming to offer ZNS employment in exchange for money is operating illegally and no one should fall for fake social media accounts or fraudulent schemes. The Service does not and will never sell positions,” he said.
Lt Gen Solochi added that recruitments into the Service are strictly merit-based and fully transparent. He noted that ZNS continues to create permanent employment opportunities for young Zambians and is converting some civilian staff into uniformed roles to strengthen operations.
The public was urged to ignore individuals promising instant uniforms, pay slips, or fast-tracked recruitment and to report anyone demanding payment to the nearest police station.
Meanwhile, Permanent Secretary Mwanakampwe commended ZNS for its focus on youth development, highlighting that the Service has employed young people nationwide based on merit rather than connections or background.
“Through this initiative, young people are employed on skill and mental tenacity, giving hope to those who had previously struggled to find opportunities,” Mwanakampwe said.
ZNS confirmed it will continue working with law enforcement to clamp down on recruitment scammers and protect vulnerable youths from exploitation.
