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The Ministry of Agriculture has distanced itself from an advert circulating on social media titled “Expression of Interest for the Agriculture Small and Micro Enterprises (SMEs) Grant Initiative 2025.”
Ministry Principal Public Relations Officer, Balewa Zyuulu, warned members of the public—especially farmers, agribusinesses, and other stakeholders—that no such call for applications or grants under that title had been issued.
In a statement issued in Lusaka on Saturday, Zyuulu said the document, which bears the Ministry’s name, logo, and purported contact details, was unauthorized, fraudulent, and should be disregarded.
“The Ministry further clarifies that all official communications, including funding opportunities and public calls for proposals, are issued through our verified communication platforms and channels,” he said.
He cautioned that any links or application procedures not disseminated through official outlets should be treated with extreme caution.
Zyuulu urged the public not to engage with or submit any information via the fraudulent link provided in the advert.
“Furthermore, the Ministry has reported this matter to the relevant security authorities for investigation and possible prosecution of those behind the scam,” he revealed.
He encouraged stakeholders to verify information through the Ministry’s Public Relations Unit, official website, or verified social media pages to avoid falling victim to scams.
Zyuulu reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and the promotion of sustainable agricultural development in Zambia.
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