South African authorities have issued warnings to young people about a Russian job scheme called the Alabuga Start Programme, which has been linked to human trafficking and forced labor camps. The scheme allegedly targets young South African women, luring them abroad with false promises of employment and skills training. Social media influencers, including South African influencer Cyan Boujee, have been implicated in promoting the programme and have faced public scrutiny, with Cyan Boujee issuing an apology for her involvement. The South African government cautions job seekers to be vigilant and to avoid offers that do not come from official channels, especially given the country's high unemployment rate that drives many to seek work overseas. Reports indicate that the recruitment process itself raised concerns among applicants, and authorities emphasize the risks of scams and exploitation associated with such foreign job offers.