The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has issued a strong warning to Ghanaians—especially young people—about fraudulent schemes linked to QNET that promise lucrative opportunities abroad but often end in hardship and exploitation.
In a public notice released on March 13, 2026, the Ministry revealed a growing number of complaints from citizens who were lured overseas with promises of employment, business prospects, or assistance in securing European visas. Many victims, however, reportedly discover too late that the offers are deceptive.
According to the Ministry, several individuals who fall prey to these schemes end up stranded in foreign countries without legitimate jobs or support. Some have reportedly been detained by immigration authorities, while others face exploitative living and working conditions after arriving abroad.
The Ministry specifically cited QNET, a multilevel marketing company that has previously drawn scrutiny from regulators across several African countries, as one of the networks associated with these recruitment tactics. Officials say such groups often target vulnerable youth with misleading claims of quick wealth and international travel opportunities.
Authorities are urging the public to thoroughly verify all travel, recruitment, and business offers through official government channels before paying any money or committing to travel arrangements.
Parents, guardians, and community leaders are also being encouraged to speak openly with young people about the risks associated with overseas recruitment schemes that appear too good to be true.
The Ministry emphasized that it is working closely with security agencies to protect Ghanaian citizens and crack down on criminal networks exploiting unsuspecting individuals seeking better opportunities abroad.
