Kenyans have been warned to be on the lookout for fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO).
In an official notice, KALRO disowned several Facebook accounts falsely operating under its name, logo, and branding, cautioning Kenyans not to engage with or share personal details through the illegitimate platforms. "These accounts are not affiliated with KALRO.
Any information shared by these fake accounts is not authorised by the organisation, and it shall not be liable for any misleading content, claims, or transactions made through them," the statement read in part.
The scam appears to be preying on social media users interested in agricultural opportunities, with the fake page offering livestock, job opportunities, and farm inputs, often demanding mobile money payments or personal information upfront.
