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Why Background Checks in Kenya Matter Before Hiring

Background ChecksAugust 5, 202511Views 0Likes 0Comments

Hiring the right employee is critical for business success. Yet, in Kenya and across Africa, CV fraud is increasingly common. Job applicants may exaggerate qualifications, invent employers, or even forge referees. That’s why every serious employer must conduct background checks in Kenya before onboarding new staff — to avoid costly hiring mistakes and protect their…

Data Protection

Background ChecksAugust 5, 202530Views 0Likes 0Comments

Data Protection In today's increasingly digital world, data protection is more important than ever. At Semafacts Services Limited, we are committed to being the leading background checks company in Kenya and Africa by ensuring the privacy and security of personal information is a top priority and adhering to the highest standards of data protection. We specialize…

Employment History Verification in Background Checks

Why Employment Verification Matters in Hiring

Background ChecksJuly 26, 2024349Views 0Likes 0Comments

Verifying a candidate's employment history is more crucial than ever. Background checks in employment are essential because employers rely heavily on the accuracy of resumes to make informed hiring decisions. Unfortunately, candidates may falsify past employers, employment dates, and job titles to appear more qualified. This is where thorough background checks, including employment history verification,…

CV Lies

Background ChecksJuly 24, 2024164Views 0Likes 0Comments

Job seekers often resort to falsifying information on their CVs to enhance their employability. Common fabrications that are found when doing a background check include overstating educational qualifications, inflating job titles, exaggerating responsibilities, and extending employment dates to cover gaps. Some even go as far as creating fictitious employers or providing counterfeit certificates to substantiate…

Education Checks

Background ChecksJuly 24, 2024298Views 0Likes 0Comments

Education background checks are a service offered by SEMAFACTS Services Limited, the first East African company based in Kenya that specializes in background screening. This type of background check involves verifying the educational qualifications and credentials of job candidates. It helps employers ensure that they are hiring the best-qualified individuals for the job and that…

Background Checks

Background ChecksJuly 24, 2024332Views 0Likes 0Comments

At Semafacts Services Ltd, we specialize in providing trusted background checks in Kenya. Our comprehensive pre-employment screening services are designed to help employers verify the credentials and history of potential hires, ensuring they make informed decisions. Why Background Checks Matter in Kenya In today's competitive job market, background checks are crucial for ensuring that job…