--- title: "Fake Work-From-Home Job Offers on WhatsApp (Kenya) | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/fake-job-offer-scams-whatsapp-kenya description: "The DCI warns of work-from-home offers that lead to app downloads and malware: how the scam works and how to avoid it. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/fake-job-offer-scams-whatsapp-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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The safest home is the one where the plan works even when you are not there. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Real employers do not charge to hire you. - Do not install apps from chat links. - Check the company independently. Quick answer The DCI has warned that fraudsters lure people with work-from-home messages, ask them to complete small tasks and then push them to download an app that can hold malware or steal data. Real employers do not ask you to pay to get a job or to install unknown apps. [Photo: Alan J. 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Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Real employers do not charge to hire you. - Do not install apps from chat links. - Check the company independently. - Report scams. ## What to look for before you buy - Be wary of unsolicited job messages with high pay for easy tasks - Never pay a registration or training fee - Do not download apps sent through chat - Search the company and call it on a number you find yourself - Report scam numbers to 333 and keep screenshots ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [Kenyans.co.ke: DCI warns of WhatsApp phishing](https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/95309-dci-raises-alarm-over-phishing-technique-being-used-scam-whatsapp-users); [Eastleigh Voice: Kenyan cybercrime in 2026](https://eastleighvoice.co.ke/technology/263316/why-2025-was-a-perfect-storm-for-kenyan-cybercrime-and-how-to-stay-safe-in-2026). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund - **Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card**; refunds go back the same way - **Free delivery in Nairobi** on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya - **Delivered to your door**, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews ([bought from us? leave a review](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions How can I verify a job offer? Contact the company through its official website or phone, not the chat link. What if I installed the app? Uninstall it, run a security scan and change important passwords. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. 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