Brazzaville: LCDE denies viral mass recruitment posts
As “mass recruitment” announcements spread widely on social media over the past few days, La Congolaise Des Eaux (LCDE) has issued a formal denial dated Wednesday, January 7. The company says the posts are part of a fraud attempt and asks the public to remain extremely vigilant.
- Brazzaville: LCDE denies viral mass recruitment posts
- Official statement: the links do not come from LCDE
- Why scammers target job seekers and public companies
- LCDE hiring rules: only internal services run recruitment
- What to do if you see the suspicious portal link
- Digital vigilance rises at the start of the year
The warning comes as many users continue to share a link presented as a “candidate portal” offering jobs within the national water distribution company. With the content circulating quickly on WhatsApp and Facebook, LCDE says it felt compelled to react promptly to limit confusion.
Official statement: the links do not come from LCDE
In an official statement released in Brazzaville, LCDE’s General Management sought to clarify what it describes as misinformation. The company states that the publications are entirely false and that they do not originate from any LCDE department.
The message is aimed at anyone who may have considered applying through the shared link, as well as friends and family members forwarding the information in good faith. LCDE’s denial is intended to draw a clear line between its official communications and unauthorised online content.
Why scammers target job seekers and public companies
LCDE also points to a common pattern behind this type of operation. According to the company, such schemes are often driven by individuals with malicious intent who try to collect personal data or extract money from job seekers looking for opportunities.
In practice, these scams can rely on urgency and hope: a “limited time” offer, a promise of rapid hiring, or instructions to submit identity documents and contact details through unofficial channels. LCDE’s alert focuses on stopping that chain before it reaches more people.
LCDE hiring rules: only internal services run recruitment
To prevent any misunderstanding, LCDE reminded the public that its hiring processes are strictly regulated. The statement notes that any recruitment procedure is conducted exclusively by the company’s competent services and follows the administrative and legal rules in force.
This reminder is meant to help residents quickly identify red flags. If a recruitment message bypasses established procedures or directs candidates to unfamiliar portals, LCDE implies that it should be treated with caution and checked against official communications.
What to do if you see the suspicious portal link
LCDE calls on partners, institutions, and the general public to ignore suspicious links circulating on WhatsApp or Facebook. The company specifically advises people not to provide any banking details or identity documents through non-official platforms tied to these messages.
For those seeking employment information, LCDE’s position is clear: refer only to the company’s official communication channels for any recruitment-related updates. The goal is to protect applicants and limit the spread of false information across online networks.
Digital vigilance rises at the start of the year
The company’s statement also comes in a period where online scams often multiply, particularly at the beginning of the year, when many people are actively searching for new opportunities. LCDE’s message frames the situation as a reminder to stay cautious with unexpected offers shared at high speed.
By issuing a formal denial, LCDE aims to reduce the risk of residents losing money or exposing sensitive personal information. The company’s call for vigilance highlights the importance of verifying sources before clicking, sharing, or submitting data online.
