# The ANC has warned the public against a fraudulent message claiming to offer an instant free 300-rand as part of its 2026 election campaign. The party has not authorised or launched any such giveaway, urging members of the public not to click on links accompanying the message, respond to it or share it with others. It also cautioned people against sharing their identity numbers, banking details, card information, passwords or one-time PINs. The ANC has condemned the abuse of its name to exploit members of the public through false promises.
ANC warns public against fake instant R300 giveaway election campaign scam