South Africa's education ministry dismissed claims circulating on TikTok that educators must submit 350 rand for credential authentication during hiring procedures. Spokesperson Terence Khala labeled the assertion as deliberately misleading and confirmed that provincial offices handle all qualification checks without charging applicants. Authorities are collaborating with law enforcement to identify whoever initiated the fraudulent posts.
The false material exploits thousands of certificated instructors awaiting permanent positions across the nation. Khala cautioned that spreading unconfirmed material damages confidence in public schooling systems. Legitimate vacancy announcements and appointment protocols occur exclusively through government web portals and verified department accounts.
Officials previously issued warnings about similar schemes requesting advance fees from job candidates. The ministry operates its Peduli placement system at no cost to participants and urged teachers to consult provincial education offices directly rather than respond to suspicious online solicitations.
The false material exploits thousands of certificated instructors awaiting permanent positions across the nation. Khala cautioned that spreading unconfirmed material damages confidence in public schooling systems. Legitimate vacancy announcements and appointment protocols occur exclusively through government web portals and verified department accounts.
Officials previously issued warnings about similar schemes requesting advance fees from job candidates. The ministry operates its Peduli placement system at no cost to participants and urged teachers to consult provincial education offices directly rather than respond to suspicious online solicitations.
