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Beware of Munnik Basson DaGama Inc. with their scam.

Just got an email from them and starts with; Dear (surname only) Please pay your Vodacom account that is in arrears and you will receive a discount..... No figures just an account number. WTF. I have...

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Poll : Would you Rent your residential property to a lawyer

As per the subject line , would you Rent your residential property to a lawyer. Please share your experiences.

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Do you want your on-road-cost fee back?

It’s that fee which dealerships across the country routinely add to car deals, whether the buyer is paying cash or financing the purchase. And it’s not a small amount - usually between R4000 and R5000...

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Debt Collectors, Emails, SMSs

Hi, I recently had a medical procedure done and the pathology company had me sign an agreement. Even before they sent me a bill I received an SMS saying that since payment had not been made they would...

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"Printer cartridge scam"

Hi all Anyone dealt with the company before (Haltrex Systems)? I did some research today and found this: http://www.theforumsa.co.za/forums/showthread.php?t=3948 I find myself in the same boat now with...

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findoutmoresa online supplier doesnt respond

Hi All, Hope you guys are well. I bought two fold up laptop tables to work in bed during these covid times from https://findoutmoresa.co.za I havent had any word about it in three weeks and have just...

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Internet censorship law

What is the differenced between the law signed by Ramaphosa in 2019 and the latest regulations for which the comment period has been extended until Sept. Are these regulations in terms of the q2019 law...

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baby monitor importation

Is it necessary to register a baby monitor with ICASA for import purposes. If so what is the cost and how do I go about doing it?

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SABC Licensing

Does the broadcasting act of 1999 not specify that TV Licensing fees should be paid to the regulator (ICASA) and not directly to the SABC for the possession of a television? A Radio Amateur has to pay...

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Takealot Third Party Problems.

Have anyone had problems with third party sellers on Takealot? The seller doesn't even communicate with Takealot, I'm trying to return a product. Any advice?

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So many don't verify your contact number

There are so many companies out there that simply accept any contact number spoken or written on paper. Why is this a problem you ask. When it comes to number theft the fraudster needs to know a number...

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Prepaid electricity Arrears Fee?

Anyone else experience this? I buy electricity when i'm down to the last 30 units or so. When the machine starts beeping. Wife normally buys via her Absa account. Today i bought via my FNB account,...

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Virtual prepaid credit card

Anyone know where I gan get a virtual prepaid credit card endorsed by Mastercard or Visa? I can only find VCpay if I search but they are not accepting new users due to regulations (worrying?) although...

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How can I track an incoming international parcel? (SAPO/Customs)

Years ago I used to be able to phone or email cape-mail with my international tracking number to find out where it was. More recently they closed down all of their cape-mail call center numbers. The...

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Companies with fake reviews on HelloPeter

A friend of mine was looking for a PS4 the other day and one of the sites that came up in Google was MrShopper.co.za, however it was immediate red flags when looking at their pricing compared to...

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Cash Crusaders/Converters return policy?

Bought a Blackberry with pathetic battery life. What is the return policy? I bought it 4 days ago. Will they give me a refund?

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CPA and a out of box failure on a TV

I bought a tv which was on special on black friday - so I got the TV at quite a discount. Samsung 55MU7351 I collect the tv and set it up and when i switch it on i see the display is messed up and it...

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What to do if a supplier refuse a refund on a deposit paid.

The supplier refuse to refund a deposit after not being able to deliver the product on time and also the product being of a poor design when he finally managed to get it made.

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Telecommunications Ombudsman

Good morning, I have a dispute currently with Vodacom and their unfair billing. I am looking to find out how to get hold of the correct Ombudsman relevant to this industry please. Can anyone help me...

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Broadband ought to be a regulated utility like electricity

Electricity vs. Broadband: Does History Repeat Itself? - CounterPunch.org Americans take household electric for granted, but this was not always the case. Millions of U.S. households have access to...

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